Description
The La Brea Analog Tape Drive by Strymon is an all-analog guitar pedal designed to deliver authentic tape saturation with a wide range of driven tones. Inspired by classic tape techniques and evolved from the Deco pedal’s saturation voices, La Brea offers smooth, natural compression alongside everything from subtle breakup to aggressive fuzz.
Main Features
- Entirely analogue circuitry ensuring pure, warm tape saturation sound without digital artefacts
- Multi-stage tape saturation for tones from mild breakup through to full-on fuzz
- Gain switch to adjust the saturation control’s range for precise drive shaping
- Shift switch providing two high-frequency boost modes: subtle sparkle or enhanced midrange fatness and clarity
- Fully variable dry output in phase with the saturated signal, preserving note definition at any drive level
- Internal 24V operation for higher headroom, extended gain range and low noise performance
- True bypass switching for preserving your signal integrity when off
- Mono input and output for simple pedalboard integration
Built for players seeking vintage tape warmth combined with modern versatility, La Brea features a fully analogue signal path with no digital processing. This pedal maintains your tone’s clarity and punch thanks to its in-phase dry blend and tailored high-frequency boost options.
Specifications
- Dimensions: 11.51 cm (depth) x 7.19 cm (width) x 5.92 cm (height)
- Power: 9V DC centre-negative required, minimum 500mA (power supply not included)
- Circuit: Fully analogue, no digital processing
- Controls: Gain switch, Shift switch, Tape Saturation potentiometer, Dry blend knob
- Bypass: True bypass
The La Brea Analog Tape Drive is ideal for guitarists craving vintage tape drive tones with flexible modern controls, from transparent overdrive to creamy fuzz textures. Its high-quality analogue design ensures every note rings clear with rich harmonics and dynamic responsiveness.
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ Does the La Brea pedal use digital processing?
No, the La Brea is a 100% analogue pedal with no digital components in the signal path.
➤ What power supply do I need for the La Brea?
The pedal requires a 9V DC centre-negative power supply capable of delivering at least 500mA. Note that the power supply is not included.
➤ Can I blend my dry signal with the saturated tone?
Yes, the pedal features a variable dry output that stays in phase with the saturated signal, allowing you to add clarity and fatness even at high saturation levels.
➤ What tonal options does the Shift switch provide?
The Shift switch offers two modes: a high-frequency boost for added sparkle or a high-frequency boost combined with midrange enhancement for increased fatness and clarity.
➤ How compact is the La Brea pedal?
It measures 11.51 cm deep, 7.19 cm wide and 5.92 cm tall, making it a compact addition to any pedalboard.
Delivery
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This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message. **
Mainland UK: ** from £4.99 within mainland UK ( Orders over £199 are delivered FREE )
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £35 (calculated at checkout).
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Warranty Information
Strymon Warranty Information: 2 Year on most products. See website for details
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