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Synthesizer pedals
(0 products)Synthesizer pedals
Synth pedals transform your guitar or bass signal into rich, electronic synth tones. They add waveforms, filters, modulation, and envelope responses to create entirely new sounds. This makes synth pedals ideal for modern pop, ambient, rock, electronic music, and experimental soundscapes.
What does a synthesizer pedal do?
A synthesizer pedal analyzes your incoming signal and converts it into synth sounds. This is done using oscillators, filters, and modulators, just like those you're familiar with from real synthesizers. Modern pedals have fast tracking, allowing you to play synth notes with your guitar without delay.
- Oscillators that generate tones in different waveforms.
- Filters to direct the sound from warm to sharp.
- Envelopes that respond to your touch and dynamics.
- Modulation like LFOs for movement and texture.
Why Synthesizer Pedals Are Popular
- You create completely new sounds with your existing instrument.
- You create ambient soundscapes without additional equipment.
- You add synth bass, pads and leads to your live setup.
- You can play electronic music without a synth or keyboard.
Types of synthesizer pedals
Synth pedals vary in tonal character, tracking, and depth of settings. The right choice depends on how elaborately you want to design sounds.
- Monophonic synth pedals for single-note basslines and leads.
- Polyphonic synth pedals that recognize chords and multiple notes simultaneously.
- Analog-style synth pedals with warm, vintage synth tones.
- Digital synth pedals with presets, complex modulation and modern sounds.
- Multi-engine synthesizers that combine multiple synth types into one pedal.
Choosing the right synthesizer pedal
Choose based on style, functionality and the sound you're looking for.
- Choose polyphonic synths if you want to play chords.
- Choose analog sound if you're looking for warm basslines or lead sounds.
- Choose digital synths for modern, tight electronic sounds.
- Pay attention to tracking if you want to play fast and tight.
- Check if the pedal supports presets, MIDI, or expression inputs.
Tips for better synth sounds
- Place the synth pedal all the way up front for the best tracking.
- Play tightly and with a clear touch to avoid misrecognition.
- Combine synth with delay and reverb for deep ambient sounds.
- Use a compressor before your synth for a smoother signal.
- Use expression or a volume pedal for dynamic filter sweeps.
FAQ
Does a synthesizer pedal work with chords
Only polyphonic synth pedals recognize chords correctly. Monophonic versions are intended for single-note playing.
Where do I place a synthesizer pedal in my chain?
Right up front, before drive, modulation, and delay. This is how tracking works best.
Can I use a synth pedal on bass guitar?
Yes, many synth pedals work great for bass, especially for electronic basslines and sub sounds.
Why does my synth pedal sometimes sound messy?
An uneven attack or too much gain before the pedal will result in poor tracking. Use a clean, pure signal.
Has a synth pedal latency
Modern digital synth pedals have minimal latency. Older or complex engines may lag slightly.
