Strymon Nightsky Reverb
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Strymon
Nightsky Reverb
Product Info
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The Strymon Nightsky is a serious reverb pedal for players who want to go beyond basic ambience. It's perfect for ambient music, post-rock, or anyone seeking truly unique and evolving reverb textures—just be prepared to dive deep into its feature set to unlock its full potential.
Product Description
- Strymon Nightsky Reverb
- Effects Pedal
- Reverb
- 3 Selectable reverb types
- Voice and Tone Sections
- Adjustable Shimmer
- Glimmer
- Morph & Pre- or Post-drive functions
- Adjustable Reverb Core size
- Independent Reverb and Dry Level controls
- 8-Step sequencer for rhythmic pitch fluctuations of the reverb
- 16 Presets can be called from the front panel and 300 presets via MIDI
- High-impedance
- extremely low-noise
- discrete Class-A-JFET stereo preamplifier inputs and low-impedance stereo outputs
- Input level switch for instrument and line level signals
- Controls: Mod Speed & Depth
- Decay Length & Size/Pitch
- Mix Reverb & Dry
- Tone Low & High Cut
- Voice Interval
- Shimmer
- Push buttons: Mod Target & Shape
- Decay Texture & Quantize
- Tone Filter Regen/Low Pass
- Shimmer Input/Regen
- Glimmer High Low
- Drive Pre/Post
- Sequence 1-8
- LED: Effect On/Sequence Step/Hold (Morph)
- Favorite/Sequence Tap
- Infinite/Hold (Sequence)
- Mod Target & Shape
- Decay Texture & Quantize
- Tone Filter Regen/Low Pass
- Shimmer Input/Regen
- Glimmer High Low
- Drive Pre/Post
- Sequence 1-8
- Footswitch: Effect Bypass/Sequence/Step/Hold (Morph)
- Favorite/Sequence Tap
- Infinite/hold (Sequence)
- Mono/Stereo input: 2x 6.3 mm jack
- Mono/Stereo output: 2x 6.3 mm jack
- EXP In
- Mains adapter connection: Hollow plug socket 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- negative pole inside
- Current consumption: 300 mA
- Power supply via 9 V DC power adapter (included)
- Switchable true/buffered bypass
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 178 x 114 x 44 mm
- Made in USA
- Power adapter included
*Note:* Battery operation is not supported
PROS
- • Exceptional shimmer and ethereal soundscapes create unique textures
- • The 8-step sequencer unlocks rhythmic, evolving reverb patterns
- • Discrete Class-A-JFET preamp delivers pristine, low-noise signal
- • Voice section adds harmonically rich layers, expanding creative possibilities
CONS
- • The complex controls demand time and effort to master fully
- • Size and weight make it less than ideal for smaller pedalboards
- • Price places it in the premium-priced reverb category
Product Video
Key Features
Reverb Type
Hall, Plate, Cloud; plus Shimmer, Glimmer and Morph variations
Controls
Mod Speed & Depth, Decay Length & Size/Pitch, Mix Reverb & Dry, Tone Low & High Cut, Voice Interval, Shimmer, Glimmer
Presets
16 front panel, 300 MIDI
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Stereo
Yes, with discrete Class-A-JFET preamps and low-impedance outputs
Power Supply
9V DC, 200mA (Isolated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Nightsky's shimmer is more nuanced and controllable than the older BlueSky, offering more precise pitch and regeneration adjustments.
While the sequencer is powerful, it can be a bit fiddly initially; it rewards patience and experimentation with rewarding results.
It works great with mono sources; the stereo preamp handles mono signals gracefully, though you’ll obviously lose the full stereo width.
