Strymon Deco V2 Tape Saturation / Doubletracker

The Strymon Deco V2 is a sophisticated tape saturation and doubletracker delay pedal designed for guitarists seeking authentic analog tape effects. This successor model builds upon the original Deco with enhanced functionality while maintaining the signature warm, musical tape character. The pedal features two distinct sections: the saturation side provides tape compression and overdrive effects ranging from subtle warmth to rich harmonic distortion, while the doubletracker side creates realistic tape flanging, chorus, and slapback delay effects. Both sections can be used independently or combined for complex tape modulation textures. Key improvements include expanded parameter ranges, improved signal-to-noise ratio, and enhanced MIDI implementation for precise control in studio and live performance settings. The Deco V2 measures 120 mm wide, 95 mm deep, and 55 mm high with a weight of 680 g, featuring a durable aluminum enclosure with multicolor finish. It operates on standard 9V DC power with center-negative polarity and consumes approximately 200 mA. The pedal includes true bypass switching with optional buffered bypass mode, stereo input and output jacks, and expression pedal input for real-time parameter control. Input impedance is 1 MΩ with output impedance of 100 Ω, ensuring compatibility with most guitar and amplifier setups. The tape saturation circuit emulates the characteristics of vintage tape machines with adjustable wow and flutter, while the doubletracker recreates the subtle timing variations of dual tape decks. This makes it suitable for adding dimension to single-coil pickups, thickening humbucker tones, or creating spacious stereo imaging. The Deco V2 is manufactured in the United States with premium components and rigorous quality control, delivering reliable performance for professional musicians and recording engineers.