Elevate your sound with the Strymon Volante, a stunning magnetic tape echo delay pedal that brings the timeless character of vintage echo devices straight to your pedalboard. With meticulously crafted algorithms and ultra high-quality components, Volante delivers rich, organic delay tones filled with warmth, grit, and atmosphere to inspire your creativity.

Main Features

• Quad playback heads with independent feedback, panning, and level controls for intricate rhythmic patterns and spacious textures
• Three magnetic delay types: magnetic drum echo, tape echo, and studio reel-to-reel echo, authentically modelled
• Dedicated vintage spring reverb with a lush, warm character that complements delayed tones
• Stereo looper included for extended soundscapes and layering
• Ultra low noise 24-bit 96kHz A/D and D/A converters for pristine audio fidelity
• Expression pedal input compatible with expression pedals, external tap pedals, MIDI cables, or MultiSwitch Plus
• Comprehensive MIDI in/out supporting MIDI CCs and program changes via 5-pin DIN, USB, and expression jack
• True Bypass or selectable transparent Analog Buffered Bypass switching for tone integrity
• Fully analogue dry signal path with discrete class-A stereo JFET preamps
• High-power Analog Devices SHARC ADSP-21375 DSP delivering processor-intensive delay algorithms
• PSU included for immediate plug-and-play use

Vintage Magnetic Delay with Modern Control

Strymon Volante faithfully recreates the sonic nuances of classic magnetic tape and drum echo machines. Enjoy the warm saturation, soft clipping, and mechanical imperfections such as head wear, tape crinkles, and varied head spacing—now controllable in real time. Whether you want the lush harmonics of drum echo or the smooth repeats of studio tape echo, Volante provides authentic vintage vibe at your fingertips.

Designed for Creative Expression

Customise every detail of your delay sound with four independent echo heads for unique panning, level, and feedback blends. Experiment with complex rhythmic echoes or shimmering, reverb-like atmospheres to enhance your performance. The addition of a vintage spring reverb and looper expands your sonic palette for limitless expression.

Seamless MIDI Integration

Volante serves as the heart of your MIDI rig with full control over every parameter and 300 preset slots. Use MIDI via DIN, USB, or expression connection to tailor your sound deeply within your setup—ideal for studio or live use.

Frequently Asked Questions ➤ What types of magnetic delay does the Strymon Volante offer?
The Volante features three magnetic delay types: magnetic drum echo, tape echo with mechanical imperfections, and studio reel-to-reel echo, each carefully modelled for authentic vintage tones.
➤ Can I control the delay parameters in real time?
Yes, all four playback heads have individual controls for feedback, panning, and level, allowing you to shape your echo patterns and textures dynamically during performance.
➤ Does the Volante include any reverb options?
It includes a dedicated vintage spring reverb with a gentle, warm character that can be used independently or to enhance the delay effects.
➤ Is the dry signal path analogue or digital?
Volante features a completely analogue dry path with discrete class-A stereo JFET preamps, ensuring zero latency and noise-free dry tone blending.
➤ How does the MIDI functionality work on the Volante?
The pedal supports full MIDI implementation, including MIDI Control Change messages and program changes via 5-pin DIN, USB, and expression jack, allowing extensive integration with MIDI pedalboards and studios.
➤ Is a power supply included with the Strymon Volante?
Yes, a power supply unit is included for immediate, hassle-free setup.

Outside the UK?

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