Strymon Deco Tape Saturation and Doubletracker Delay Pedal V2

Description

Even in the days of 2″ magnetic tape, achieving the characteristic odd-order harmonic saturation and classic tape effects to your live sound was a near impossibility. Strymon’s Deco Tape Saturation & Doubletracker pedal not only makes these effects possible, it puts them on your pedalboard in an easy-to-access format. With the Deco, you can dial in the rich harmonics you crave, double your sound, and thicken it up further with natural detuning, or go even further with auto flanging, chorusing, or full-on tape delay. And, in true Strymon style, there are tons of adjustable parameters onboard the Deco, allowing you to dial in a wide range of fun and inspiring tones.

Strymon Deco Tape Saturation & Doubletracker V2 Features:

• An effects pedal that emulates classic reel-to-reel tape saturation and effects
• Variable tape saturation lets you dial in rich odd-order harmonics
• Doubletracker section provides thickening and classic tape effects
• Adjust the Lag Time control for flanging, chorusing, and echo effects
• Wobble control lets you add natural variance to the second tape deck speed
• Auto-Flange, wide-stereo, filtering, and more available by depressing both switches
• Take control of any parameter via any standard expression pedal
• Connect a footswitch to instantly recall your favorite preset
• Effects fueled by the full power of an Analog Devices SHARC DSP chip
• Choose between true-bypass and analog-buffered trails operation

For musicians and producers seeking to infuse their sound with rich, vintage character and innovative delay effects, the Strymon Deco Tape Saturation and Doubletracker Delay Pedal V2 offers an exceptional solution. This pedal is designed to deliver the warm, lush tones of classic tape saturation along with a versatile doubletracker delay, enabling artists to add depth, dimension, and texture to their performances or recordings. If you want to capture the organic feel of analog tape while harnessing modern digital flexibility, the Deco is built to transform your sound palette.

The core appeal of the Deco lies in its dual functionality: tape saturation and doubletracker delay. Its tape saturation feature replicates the sonic imprint of both classic reel-to-reel tape machines and cassette decks, allowing you to add subtle warmth or aggressive tape compression to your signal. This means that your guitar, synth, or vocal tracks can benefit from the rich harmonic distortion and natural compression that only tape can provide, resulting in a more dynamic and engaging sound. The doubletracker effect, on the other hand, offers three modes—Sum, Invert, and Bounce—giving you creative control over stereo imaging and modulation. This lets you create thick, chorus-like textures or spacious delays that evolve over time, adding complexity without sounding artificial.

Connectivity and control on the Deco are designed with the professional musician in mind. With a single 1/4″ input that supports mono or stereo signals, and dual 1/4″ outputs, you can seamlessly integrate the pedal into any rig, whether you’re running a simple setup or a complex stereo chain. The inclusion of MIDI In and USB ports provides advanced control options, including preset management and firmware updates, ensuring your pedal stays current and adaptable. Additionally, the 1/4″ TRS jack allows for an expression pedal or external MIDI controller, granting real-time manipulation over key parameters for dynamic performance versatility.

Practical considerations such as size and power requirements also make the Deco a user-friendly choice. Measuring just 1.75 inches in height, 4 inches in width, and 4.5 inches in depth, this compact pedal fits comfortably on pedalboards both large and small. It operates on a standard 9 V DC, 300 mA power supply (sold separately), a common format that ensures compatibility with most pedal power sources. The True Bypass function is switchable to buffered bypass, allowing you to preserve your tone when the effect is disengaged and maintain signal integrity through long cable runs.

With a maximum delay time of 500 milliseconds, the Deco provides ample space to explore rhythmic delay patterns and atmospheric textures without introducing unwanted latency. This makes it a perfect tool for a wide range of genres, from indie and rock to electronic and experimental music. Whether you are tracking in the studio or performing live, the Deco’s combination of analog-inspired warmth and digital precision enables you to enhance your sound with authenticity and creativity.

Priced competitively at ₹39,400 during sale, down from ₹43,700, the Strymon Deco V2 offers outstanding value for professional-grade tone shaping. Its durable build, intuitive interface, and versatile features make it a reliable companion for musicians who demand both vintage character and modern functionality. With the Deco, you can confidently explore new sonic territories and elevate your sound to a level that stands out in any mix or stage setting.