Ernie Ball EB6201

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Ernie Ball EB6201

Ernie Ball

EB6201

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 490042
Model: EB6201
Price: $295.90

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Ernie Ball's taken a swing at combining a volume pedal with a tuner, and it's surprisingly well executed. The touchscreen is a bit different, but the solid build quality and buffer circuit keep things sounding clean. This is a great option for gigging musicians who want to save space and have a tuner readily available, especially those in rock, blues, or country where expressive volume control is key.

Product Description

  • Ernie Ball EB6201
  • Volume Pedal
  • Combines active 2-in-1 volume pedal and chromatic tuner
  • Control via touchscreen display
  • Discrete buffer circuit
  • Aluminium housing
  • Strong and durable PVC coated Kevlar cord
  • Colour: Silver
  • Current consumption: 150 mA
  • Power supply with a 9-18 V DC power adapter (not included)

*Connections:*

, Input: 6.3 mm jack, Output: 6.3 mm jack, Return: 6.3 mm jack, Send: 6.3 mm jack, Power supply: coaxial connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm (negative polarity inside)

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.

PROS
  • • Solid aluminum housing offers excellent durability and a premium feel
  • • Discrete buffer ensures signal integrity, minimizing tone loss at higher volume settings
  • • Integrated chromatic tuner is genuinely useful, streamlining your pedalboard setup
  • • Kevlar-reinforced PVC cord is robust, preventing cable fraying and damage
CONS
  • • Relatively high current draw (150mA) requires a quality power supply
  • • Touchscreen interface might feel less intuitive or responsive than traditional knobs
  • • Limited taper options restrict expressive volume swells compared to some classic pedals

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Key Features

Type Volume/Expression Pedal with Tuner
Taper Linear
Minimum Volume Near Silent
Connections 1/4 in Input, 1/4 in Output, 1/4 in Send, 1/4 in Return, 5.5 x 2.1 mm DC Power
Build Material Aluminum Housing, PVC Coated Kevlar Cord
Weight Approximately 3 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The discrete buffer maintains signal strength, preventing high-end roll-off when the volume is reduced – a common problem with passive volume pedals.
It's functional, but may require some practice to operate quickly and accurately under stage lights, especially compared to a familiar knob.
It's designed for mono signals; while the connections are 1/4 in, it's not a true stereo volume pedal.

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