{"product_id":"strymon-deco-tape-saturation-doubletracker-used","title":"Strymon Deco Tape Saturation \u0026 Doubletracker – Used","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eStrymon Deco Tape Saturation \u0026amp; Doubletracker\u003c\/strong\u003e recreates the sound and interaction of classic reel-to-reel tape machines, combining warm tape-style saturation with a versatile doubletracking section capable of flange, chorus, slapback and short tape echo effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eused example is in Good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing visible signs of previous use consistent with a pre-owned effects pedal. Its combination of studio-inspired tone shaping, stereo capability and hands-on controls makes it a particularly versatile addition to guitar, bass, keyboard and recording setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes the Strymon Deco Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than modelling a conventional single effect, the Deco explores the sounds created by running audio through two vintage-style tape decks. The \u003cstrong\u003eTape Saturation\u003c\/strong\u003e section adds harmonic richness, compression and drive, while the \u003cstrong\u003eDoubletracker\u003c\/strong\u003e section uses adjustable Lag Time, Blend and Wobble controls to move between tape flanging, chorusing, doubletracking, slapback and short echo textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree Blend Type settings — \u003cstrong\u003eSum, Invert and Bounce\u003c\/strong\u003e — further alter the phase and stereo behaviour of the delayed deck. Separate footswitches allow the Tape Saturation and Doubletracker sections to be engaged independently, while expression, external tap and Favorite switch compatibility add further flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Deco is ideal for players who enjoy vintage studio-inspired sounds and want more than a conventional modulation pedal. It suits guitarists, bassists, keyboard players and studio users looking for tape-style warmth, subtle widening, chorus, flange, slapback or characterful short delays from a single compact unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEffect Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTape Saturation \u0026amp; Doubletracker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsed – Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain Sections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTape Saturation \/ Doubletracker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoubletracker Modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSum, Invert, Bounce\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Lag Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 500ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStereo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBypass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrue or Buffered, Selectable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpression Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9V DC, Centre Negative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Strymon Deco is in \u003cstrong\u003egood used condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, with visible cosmetic signs of previous ownership and regular use. The condition is reflected in the grading, while the pedal remains suitable for pedalboard, rehearsal, recording and live applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrymon Deco Tape Saturation \u0026amp; Doubletracker Pedal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo power supply included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEffect Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTape Saturation \/ Doubletracking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaturation Controls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaturation, Volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoubletracker Controls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlend, Lag Time, Wobble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlend Types\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSum, Invert, Bounce\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLag Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 500ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuto-Flange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePress-and-Hold Function\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Impedance Mono Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStereo Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable via TRS with Internal Jumper Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeft \/ Mono and Right Stereo Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpression Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpression Pedal \/ External Tap \/ Favorite Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 MΩ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Input Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+8 dBu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA\/D \u0026amp; D\/A Conversion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24-bit \/ 96kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBypass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelectable True Bypass or Analogue Buffered Bypass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminium Chassis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 114 x 102 x 45mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesigned and Built in the USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Strymon Deco requires a regulated \u003cstrong\u003e9V DC centre-negative power supply capable of providing at least 250mA\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Deco is not designed for battery operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo power supply is included with this used pedal.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the Strymon Deco do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Deco recreates effects associated with vintage tape machines, combining tape-style saturation with doubletracking, chorus, flange, slapback and short echo sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Deco a delay pedal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can produce short tape-style echo and slapback effects, but its main focus is tape saturation and the timing interactions between two simulated tape decks rather than conventional long-form delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the Saturation control do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Saturation control increases tape-style drive, harmonic enhancement and compression, ranging from subtle warmth through to more obvious tape-inspired overdrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Doubletracker section?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Doubletracker recreates the sound of two tape decks running slightly apart in time, allowing effects such as widening, flange, chorus, doubletracking and slapback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do the Sum, Invert and Bounce settings do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese settings alter the phase relationship and routing of the two simulated tape decks, providing different tonal and stereo characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Deco operate in stereo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It features stereo outputs, while stereo input operation can also be configured using a suitable TRS connection and the internal input configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan an expression pedal be used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The EXP connection can be configured for expression pedal control of a selected parameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan an external tap switch be connected?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The expression input can alternatively be configured for an external tap switch to control Lag Time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan a preset be saved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compatible Strymon Favorite switch can be used to save and recall a favourite setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Deco use true bypass?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be configured for either \u003cstrong\u003etrue bypass or analogue buffered bypass\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the player's setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it run from a battery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Deco requires an external 9V DC power supply providing at least 250mA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a power supply included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. \u003cstrong\u003eNo power supply is included\u003c\/strong\u003e with this used pedal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat condition is this example in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is graded \u003cstrong\u003eGood\u003c\/strong\u003e, with visible cosmetic signs of previous use consistent with a pre-owned pedal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished independent music retailer since 1987\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced, musician-led advice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully selected pre-owned instruments and equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecure online ordering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast UK delivery available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge Birmingham showroom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy, sell and part-exchange available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver 6,000 Trustpilot reviews\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade In. 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