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Best Strymon Delay/Echo Pedals 2025

Premium Strymon delay/echo pedals - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $50 Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Ambient For Post-Rock For Country For Blues For Experimental
BRANDS: Boss tc electronic Electro Harmonix Mooer MXR Echo Fix Strymon Keeley JHS Pedals Catalinbread
Strymon Volante - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Strymon Volante

by Strymon
Country Post-Rock Experimental
Key Feature:
• Great for creating atmosphere
✓ PROS
  • • Useful for lead guitar textures
  • • Creative rhythmic possibilities
✗ CONS
  • • Requires practice to use musically
  • • Can muddy the mix if overused

Strymon VolanteEffects PedalDelay with 3 different magnet delays (drumtapestudio)spring reverb and looperTrue...

⭐ 4.9/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 456733
$448
Buy at Thomann View Details
Strymon Timeline - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Strymon Timeline

by Strymon
Experimental Country Ambient
Key Feature:
• Useful for lead guitar textures
✓ PROS
  • • Great for creating atmosphere
  • • Can simulate larger venues
✗ CONS
  • • Complex pedals have learning curve
  • • Requires practice to use musically

Strymon TimelineEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarDelay12 Selectable delay typesAdjustable delay modulationIndependent...

⭐ 4.6/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 261034
$521
Buy at Thomann View Details
Strymon Deco V2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Strymon Deco V2

by Strymon
Country Blues Rock
Key Feature:
• Great for creating atmosphere
✓ PROS
  • • Great for creating atmosphere
  • • Can simulate larger venues
✗ CONS
  • • Can create unwanted feedback
  • • May cause timing confusion

Strymon Deco V2Effect Pedal for Electric GuitarTape SaturationTape EchoTape ChorusTape Flanger2 Selectable tape...

⭐ 4.5/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 546732
$431
Buy at Thomann View Details
Strymon El Capistan V2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Strymon El Capistan V2

by Strymon
Ambient Rock Experimental
Key Feature:
• Useful for lead guitar textures
✓ PROS
  • • Great for creating atmosphere
  • • Can simulate larger venues
✗ CONS
  • • Requires practice to use musically
  • • May cause timing confusion

Strymon El Capistan V2Effect Pedal For Electric GuitarTape DelayDetailed replica of a real tape echo3 Different tape...

⭐ 4.8/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 546736
$461
Buy at Thomann View Details
Strymon Brig Delay - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Strymon Brig Delay

by Strymon
Ambient Blues Country
Key Feature:
• Adds depth and space to sound
✓ PROS
  • • Useful for lead guitar textures
  • • Adds depth and space to sound
✗ CONS
  • • Can muddy the mix if overused
  • • Complex pedals have learning curve

Strymon Brig DelayEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarClassic (32053005) and modern (multi) bucket brigade soundsFilter for...

⭐ 5.0/5 (53 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 569923
$285
Buy at Thomann View Details
Strymon EC-1 Delay - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Strymon EC-1 Delay

by Strymon
Rock Country Ambient
Key Feature:
• Adds depth and space to sound
✓ PROS
  • • Adds depth and space to sound
  • • Useful for lead guitar textures
✗ CONS
  • • Can create unwanted feedback
  • • Can muddy the mix if overused

Strymon EC-1 DelayEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarDelayEmulation of a classic 60s tape echo with the harmonic richness...

⭐ 4.7/5 (56 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 612171
$351
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Delay/Echo Pedals

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced delay/echo pedals typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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