Strymon TimeLine Delay Pedal

TimeLine provides you with twelve unique delay machines, each with extensive control over sonic character and feel. Go from crisp and clear, studio-quality digital delays all the way to the saturated and fluctuating sounds of tape delay machines. Get warm and fuzzy analog style repeats all the way to shimmery, sparkling, and crystalline ice delays.

Tweak to your hearts content and save up to 200 presets of your favorite sounds. Top it all off with full MIDI implementation and a routable, 30-second stereo looper and you’re on your way to delay bliss.

12 Unique Delay Machines
TimeLine provides twelve studio-class, fully tweakable delay machines.

Digital
A crystal-clear digital delay that can be endlessly tweaked and enriched with the Filter, Grit, Smear, High Pass, and Modulation controls. A wide range of delay tones can be achieved with this classic “voiced” digital approach. In addition, a non-linear mode allows the repeats to fade more quickly, while still retaining a natural feel.

Dual
Two independent delay lines can be configured in series or parallel (right/left split). The second delay has independent Mix, Repeat and Time values, and can also be set to track the first delay’s knob values.

Pattern
The Pattern machine gives you a variety of multi-tap patterns that span from rhythmic to ambient to percussive and everything in between. Filter, Grit and Mod knobs deliver a wide range of delay experiences.

Reverse
You play frontwards, it repeats backwards. Your playing triggers the delays, producing predictable, repeatable, and extremely useful reverse effects. Add some Smear to soften the attacks—smearing transients while retaining full frequency response.

Ice
The Ice machine slices and dices your input and plays the pieces back with a selectable Interval shift amount—from an octave down to two octaves up, and anywhere in between. You can Blend the ice amount from none to all. Selectable Slice size allows further possibilities, changing the size of audio chunks that get shifted.

Duck
Duck — and cover. You get a ducking delay with adjustable Sensitivity and Release Time, along with a switchable Feedback duck option. This allows for a wide variety of dynamic delay effects.

Swell
Variable swell time allows you to match the swell with the delay time. Turn the Mix to full wet and turn up the repeats for ethereal ambient effects. Adjust the Rise Time to set the time constant for the swell effect. Add some Smear to soften the attacks—smearing transients while retaining full frequency response.

Trem
The Trem delay machine provides you with a synchronized tremolo with Waveshape, Depth and Speed for cool new sounds. Choose from triangle, square, sin, ramp, and saw to vary the delay amplitude.

Filter
The Filter delay gives you a synchronized Filter that can be placed before or after the delay. Waveshape, Depth, Speed, Resonance, and Filter Location are all adjustable parameters. Choose from triangle, square, sin, ramp, saw, random, up, and down to vary the delay amplitude. Limitless filter possibilities!

Lo-Fi
Crush some bits with the Lo-Fi delay machine. Adjust Bit Depth and Sample Rate while blending the results with the full resolution signal. Select from several hand crafted lo-fi Filters, spanning transistor radios, telephones, phonographic horns, and other “collectibles”. Top it off with our exclusive dVinyl record noise, adding a scratchy record complete with dust and dirt.

dTape
The dTape machine delivers the complete experience of sought-after sliding-head tape echo machines, with every attribute relentlessly studied and faithfully recreated. Full control over Tape Age, Wow & Flutter, Tape Crinkle, Tape Bias, Low End Contour, and Tape Speed.

dBucket
The dBucket machine provides you with a deep and nuanced recreation of analog bucketbrigade style delay types. Two delay time ranges are available, for single or multiple BBD chip delay times. Utilize our exclusive Bucket Loss control, along with dedicated Filter and Mod controls.

Features:

200 Built-In Presets
Are presets your thing? TimeLine gives you the option to instantly save and recall up to 200 of your own presets. Easily bank up or down through your presets using the front panel switches. Or select presets externally with a MultiSwitch or MIDI controller.

Expression Pedal Control
Plug in an expression pedal and control any knob or combination of knobs, all saveable per preset. Or plug in an external momentary Tap Tempo switch for remote control of your tap tempo.

Built-In Looper
TimeLine comes with a built-in 30-second stereo looper, routeable pre- or post-delay. Record, overdub, play, and stop are right at your feet. Record the delay signal to your loop, or route the looper before your delay and saturate your dry loop in echoey goodness. Super simple to use and a ton of fun.

You can also control the looper with a MultiSwitch or external MIDI controller to access reverse, half speed, undo-to-initial-loop, and redo functions.

Feedback Loop
Switch to Feedback Loop mode and run an external effects pedal in the feedback loop of your TimeLine.

Extensive MIDI Support
Have a more complex rig? TimeLine offers a complete MIDI implementation to connect to your MIDI gear. Sync your delay time to MIDI clock. Remote control of any knob, parameter, or switch. Select your presets via MIDI. You can even send MIDI messages to the built-in looper.

Specifications:

Sound Desgin

• Hand crafted, studio-class delay algorithms deliver meticulous, detailed and nuanced delay experiences
• Twelve delay machines to choose from: Digital, Dual, Pattern, Reverse, Ice, Duck,
• Swell, Trem, Filter, Lo-fi, dTape™, dBucket™.
• Seven front-panel tone shaping knobs: Time, Repeats, Mix, Filter, Grit, Mod Speed, Mod Depth
• Additional menu-driven parameters deliver extremely flexible tone shaping options and complete tweakability
• 200 easily accessible and nameable presets, save and recall at the press of a switch

Hardware

• Three rugged metal footswitches for preset selection, effect bypass, looper control, and Tap Tempo
• LED display for preset info, BPM/time readout, and extended parameter control
• Multi-color preset LEDs (green for active preset, amber for edited preset)
• Full MIDI implementation allows extended control for those with more complex rigs
• 30-second stereo Looper, routable pre- or post-delay, with MIDI capability.
• Sturdy and lightweight gunmetal gray anodized aluminum chassis, with laser-etched artwork
• Durable black anodized aluminum knobs
• Studio-grade audio input and output jacks

Ins & Outs

• Stereo input and output
• Expression pedal input with selectable control over knob or combination of knobs, saveable per preset (also configurable as external tap input)
• MIDI input and output
• Switchable I/O configuration: Stereo Out or Mono with Delay Feedback Loop Insert
• Included 9V center-negative power supply (300mA minimum required)

Audio Quality

• Ultra low noise, high performance 24-bit 96kHz A/D and D/A converters
• 115dB typical signal to noise
• Analog dry path for a zero latency dry signal that is never converted to digital
• Premium analog front end and output section
• Super high performance DSP in a compact form factor
• 32-bit floating point processing

Others

• True Bypass (electromechanical relay switching)
• Selectable Trails mode with high quality, transparent Analog Buffered Bypass, saveable per preset
• +/- 3dB Boost/Cut, saveable per preset
• Selectable Tap Subdivision, saveable per preset
• Optional Kill Dry mode mutes dry signal, for use in parallel effects loops
• Optional Global Tap Tempo mode
• Dimensions: 6.75″ (171mm) wide, 5.1″ (130mm) deep

For musicians and producers seeking to elevate their sound with precision and versatility, the Strymon Time Line Delay Pedal offers an unparalleled delay experience that inspires creativity and delivers studio-quality effects in a compact unit. Whether you are crafting ambient soundscapes, tight rhythmic repeats, or lush echoes, this pedal provides the tools to shape your sonic identity with confidence and ease.

Delay pedals are essential for adding depth, texture, and space to your guitar or keyboard tones, but many units on the market fall short in offering both high fidelity and extensive control. The Strymon Time Line addresses this by combining digital innovation with intuitive design, ensuring that every repeat is crystal clear and musically meaningful. Its advanced DSP engine produces pristine delay tones ranging from classic tape and analog emulation to pristine digital delays, giving you access to a wide palette of sounds that can suit any genre or playing style.

One standout feature is the pedal’s 30-second looping capability. This extended looping time means you can layer multiple phrases and build complex musical ideas on the fly without feeling restricted. For live performers and improvisers, this opens up new creative possibilities, allowing you to construct rich, evolving soundscapes or practice soloing over your own backing loops. The true bypass function, which can be switched to buffered bypass, ensures that your core tone remains unaffected when the pedal is disengaged, preserving your instrument’s natural character and signal integrity.

Connectivity options on the Time Line are designed to integrate seamlessly into any setup. With two stereo 1/4″ inputs and outputs, the pedal accommodates stereo rigs or multi-instrument configurations, enabling immersive, wide delay effects. Additionally, the MIDI In/Out ports allow for precise synchronization with other MIDI-enabled devices, which is especially useful in studio environments or complex live setups where timing is critical. The expression pedal input lets you control parameters such as mix level, delay time, or feedback in real time, providing dynamic performance control that responds to your playing style.

Measuring 6.75 inches wide and 5.1 inches deep, the Time Line is robust yet compact enough to fit comfortably on most pedalboards. It operates on a 9 V DC power supply with a current draw of 300 mA, which is standard for professional pedals, but note that the power adapter is sold separately. This allows you to choose a power solution that best fits your rig, whether it be a dedicated pedalboard power supply or a daisy chain.

In practical use, the Strymon Time Line Delay Pedal is as suited for studio production as it is for live performance. Its extensive preset memory allows you to store and recall your favorite settings instantly, making it easy to switch between different delay styles during a set or session. From subtle slapback echoes perfect for blues to intricate rhythmic patterns for electronic music, this pedal adapts to your creative needs without compromise.

Investing in the Strymon Time Line means gaining a reliable, feature-rich delay pedal that pushes the boundaries of what a delay effect can achieve. It is built with meticulous craftsmanship and backed by a reputation for quality and innovation. For musicians who demand professional-grade sound, flexibility, and control, the Time Line stands as a definitive tool that will enhance your tone and inspire your musical journey for years to come.