Strymon El Capistan and DIG Plugins: Double Trouble
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Strymon El Capistan and DIG Plugins: Double Trouble · Source: Strymon
Strymon El Capistan Plugin · Source: Strymon
Strymon DIG Plugin · Source: Strymon
The renowned guitar effects manufacturer returns with two recreations of the popular delay pedals, the Strymon El Capistan and DIG Plugins.
Although Strymon is known for the quality of its effects pedals, the manufacturer has pivoted neatly by offering plug-in versions of pedals like the Deco saturator/double-tracker and the BigSky reverb.
So far the approach has been to capture the sound character, but to expand the interface with DAW-friendly features that make the effects more versatile. With this in mind, we’re excited to try out this latest offering, the El Capistan and DIG Plugins.
Strymon El Capistan and DIG Plugins: El Capistan dTape Echo Plugin
The popular El Capistan dTape Echo is a vintage tape echo emulation pedal with a built-in spring reverb effect. With the new plug-in version, all its features are carried over with some useful additions that will favour electronic music producers.
There are still three different tape simulation modes, including single mode, fixed mode, and multi-mode. However, with each tape machine emulation, there are mode-specific controls in the main window to change the tape speed, head distance, and head configurations.
Other new controls include tape crinkle, low-end contour, and tape bias. With DAW sync mode and this extended feature set, the El Capistan sound is likely to find its way into a wider range of musical styles.
Strymon El Capistan and DIG Plugins: DIG Dual Digital Plugin
Like the DIG dual digital delay pedal, there are three delay modes: ADM (early 1980s), 12-bit (mid 1980s), and 24/96 (modern). Next, you can set the configuration to series, ping-pong, or parallel to suit your application.
There is a full knob control for modulation, for a wider range of effects, and the interface allows you to visually select the various subdivisions if you’re working in sync with your DAW tempo.
Overall, the DIG Plugin looks very intuitive, allowing you to dial in unique rhythmic sounds quickly while providing a wide tonal range.
Pricing and availability:
Both the Strymon El Capistan and DIG Plugins will soon be available from Thomann.
More about the Strymon El Capistan and DIG Plugins:
- More Strymon News
- Thomann’s Guide to Plug-ins
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