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
EC-1 embodies Strymon’s commitment to exceptional sound quality, combining analog warmth with cutting-edge digital precision.