New Strymon Release! The EC-1!

Strymon EC-1: Elevate Your Echo Game – Now Available at Sims Music

If you’re a guitarist or musician who loves lush, studio-quality delays, the new Strymon EC-1 Echo Compressor is a game-changer. Designed for players who demand pristine tone and dynamic control, this compact powerhouse combines high-fidelity echo with an integrated compressor to deliver unparalleled clarity and sustain. Now available at Sims Music, the EC-1 is ready to take your sound to new heights.

A Timeless Classic Reborn

Strymon’s EC-1 captures the magic of ‘60s tape echo, blending lush, organic modulation with a warm tube preamp. From subtle slapback to expansive stereo echoes, EC-1 delivers rich harmonic textures, smooth tape saturation, and a beautifully tuned low-frequency response.

Full-Featured Compact Stereo Tape Echo

EC-1 offers selectable tube-modeled preamp voices, artifact-free tap tempo, and discrete stereo processing. Featuring a high-impedance Class A JFET input for exceptional touch sensitivity, MIDI control, and USB connectivity, it ensures premium performance in a rugged, compact form.

Tape, Tubes, and the Best of the Best

Built on Strymon’s renowned dTape technology, EC-1 draws inspiration from a meticulously modified Echoplex EP-2. This special unit, fine-tuned by legendary technician Cesar Diaz, informed the development of EC-1, combining the best qualities of vintage tape echoes.

Sound Design & Features

• Preamp: Two tube-modeled preamp circuits enhance the input signal, offering vintage warmth and an optional +6dB boost.

• dTape System: Accurately replicates tape conditions, bias settings, and mechanical imperfections for authentic echoes.

• Record Level: A three-way toggle adjusts input gain, shaping saturation from clean to heavily colored.

• Mechanics Control: Captures motor fluctuations and tape irregularities, creating immersive stereo modulation.

• Tape Age: Adjusts warmth and bandwidth, emulating fresh or aged tape characteristics.

• Repeats: Provides rich echo layers with precise control over feedback and saturation.

• Discrete Stereo: Independently processes left and right channels, with multiple routing options via a TRS input/output setup.

• Tap Tempo: Seamlessly adjusts delay time without pitch artifacts, preserving natural feel and groove.

Technical Specs

• Premium JFET analog front end

• 24-bit/96kHz converters with 32-bit floating-point processing

• 20Hz–20kHz frequency response, 116dB SNR

• MIDI and expression pedal compatibility

• Rugged anodized aluminum chassis

• 9V DC power, 250mA minimum (power supply not included)

• Designed and built in the USA

Why You Need the EC-1 in Your Rig

Whether you’re looking for classic rockabilly slapback, soaring atmospheric textures, or rhythmic delay patterns, the EC-1 gives you full creative control. The compression ensures that every note is articulate, making it perfect for lead lines, chordal work, and everything in between. Plus, Strymon’s reputation for ultra-high-fidelity sound means you’re getting a pedal built for both live performances and studio recording.

Get the Strymon EC-1 at Sims Music

The Strymon EC-1 Echo Compressor is available now at Sims Music. If you’re ready to enhance your tone with rich, dynamic echoes and smooth compression, this pedal is an essential addition to your setup.

Shop Now or stop by Sims Music to test it out for yourself!