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Strymon Sunset Dual Overdrive Pedal

Dual Overdrive Pedal with 6 Overdrive/Boost Circuits, Series/Parallel Operation, and Expression Pedal Input
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Double Up on Iconic Overdrive Tones

Put the sound of the top six overdrive circuits of all time on your pedalboard, with the Strymon Sunset Dual Overdrive Pedal. Strymon analyzed six of the most legendary overdrive and boost circuits, then fine-tuned their voicings to cover the widest range of tones possible. Use any of the six overdrive circuits on its own, stack one channel into the other, or even use two overdrives in parallel for amazing harmonic complexity. Noise reduction is available as a secondary function to reduce hum or buzz when you're not playing. And with its premium Class A JFET input stage with up to 20dB of analog gain, the Strymon Sunset Dual Overdrive Pedal combines the best of analog and digital technology to address all your overdrive needs with impeccable fidelity.

18 possible ways to stack your overdrives and boosts

Guitarists at Sweetwater love stacking overdrive pedals in different configurations, and the Sunset Dual Overdrive Pedal makes it easy with its 2-channel design. While you can use any of the six overdrive circuits on their own, you can also cascade either channel into the other via a switch on the rear panel. Strymon voiced these overdrives for maximum sonic compatibility however you stack them. Stacking your overdrives can seriously expand your expressive range by creating more harmonic complexity throughout your guitar's dynamic range, and once you try it with the Sunset Dual Overdrive, you'll wonder how you ever got along with just a single dirt pedal. You can also run two overdrives together in parallel — nine possible combinations offer a ton of creative flexibility.

2-channel design for maximum flexibility

Each of the two channels on the Strymon Sunset pedal offer two iconic overdrive circuit designs, plus a classic boost circuit design. Familiar controls for Drive, Tone, and Level make it easy to dial in your sound, and a Bright switch is available for adding some bite to help cut through the mix.

Expression pedal input for advanced functionality

Connect your favorite expression pedal to the Strymon Sunset Dual Overdrive to get the most out of this flexible pedal. You can set the heel-to-toe range for every knob and then morph parameters while you play. There's also a Volume mode that lets you use your expression pedal for smooth volume control, even when the Sunset Overdrive is bypassed — an excellent alternative to a standalone volume pedal.

Strymon Sunset Dual Overdrive Pedal Features:

  • 6 classic overdrive/boost circuits in a single dual-channel pedal
  • Run any circuit on its own, or run 1 channel into the other for stacked overdrive tones
  • Analog Class A JFET input gain stage for vibrant tone and up to 20dB of analog gain
  • Advanced SHARC DSP re-creates the harmonic complexity and sonic richness of analog drive
  • Familiar Drive, Tone, and Volume controls, plus a rear-panel Bright switch
  • Noise Reduction available as a secondary function, to eliminate hum and buzz when you're not playing
  • Expression pedal mode allows you to set heel-to-toe range independently for every knob
  • Volume mode allows you to use an expression pedal as a smooth volume control with logarithmic taper
  • Instantly recall your favorite setting with the Strymon Favorite Preset Switch (sold separately)
  • Switchable True Bypass or Analog Buffered Bypass operation
  • Includes 9V DC power supply

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Tech Specs

  • Pedal Type: Dual Overdrive
  • Analog/Digital: Analog gain stage with DSP algorithms
  • Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (instrument)
  • Outputs: 1 x 1/4"
  • Other I/O: 1 x 1/4" (expression), 1 x 1/4" (Fav preset switching)
  • True Bypass: Yes, Switchable to Buffered
  • Power Source: 9V DC power supply (included)
  • Height: 1.75"
  • Width: 4"
  • Depth: 4.5"
  • Manufacturer Part Number: Z12A-SNST

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Rated 5/5

Excellent Pedal - Strymon!

As you can tell by the picture, I'm a big fan of Strymon pedals. I've only been using them for about 6 months so far. You can also see in the picture that I'm playing with a Fender Vintage 2 1963 Tele, through a 5E3 Tweed Deluxe amp. This amp is REALLY picky when it comes to pedals. I think I tried 3 reverb pedals and they were all very noisy through this amp. Once I tried the Flint reverb my search was over. Since then I've been adding more Strymons to my collection. The Sunset is the latest.

I've had the Sunset for about a week or so and I'm really enjoying it. The A side "Texas" setting is a very adjustable T-9 type of tone, really nice. But I'm really enjoying the B side "2 Stage" setting. It's kind of an Eric Johnson type singing tone if you play a certain way and a very usable classic rock overdrive that gives you all the sustain you need. It's very touch sensitive to pick attack, you can get very detailed with it and the Sunset responds with great tones.

I downloaded the manual and I know the two sides are designed to compliment each other, but so far I've been all about instant gratification! :>) I'm looking forward to getting into the details of this pedal. It's so nice so far, I imagine there's a lot more great tone in there.

IMO, it's another great Strymon pedal, well worth the investment!
Music background: 55 years of guitar playing, pro and pleasure.
Rated 5/5

Does all the overdrive/distortion I'll ever need

This pedal is really quite a perfect addition for my HX Stomp--plus some pedals--rig. This thing makes my Fenderesque tones sing beautifully, and the favorites switch, while a bit pricey for what it does, really makes this a seriously versatile pedal. I particularly dig the Klon and TS sounds on this, and find either one of them at all times on, at very low drives for my clean tone, as they really sweeten the tone. I think what makes this pedal so special is the range of tones you can conjure when you sweep the drive knobs on either side. For example: the "hard" circuit makes for a beautiful transparent boost sound down at 9 o'clock and lower, but the same knob on the same algorithm takes you into fuzz territory when you get up to 3 o'clock and higher. This kind of idea makes the pedal extremely useable to all players, and I feel like I could cover just about any tune with this pedal running straight into the front of my HX Stomp chain. One thing that makes this pedal personally so great is that I gig regularly as a guitarist AND as a bassist, and this pedal works really well on the bass. Not enough has been said about that on le Internet forums or videos. This pedal keeps the bottom end, and depending on the circuit, can even boost my low end. This makes it the perfect pedal for a guitarist and bassist (who can't make his mind up on which instrument is more fun to play) looking for a most versatile rig in just his pedalboard. Can't see this pedal ever leaving my board because all other overdrives are missing one feature or another that the Sunset includes.

I thought I was done getting more pedals, but I think I may have to get one of Strymon's other pedals (El Capistan) to throw into my FX loop because I can't speak highly enough of Strymon quality, when it comes to pedals. Shout out to Nick Church. While he did not help me with this transaction, he still deserves some serious praise for his ongoing helpfulness.
Music background: Professional Gigger, Studio musician, Teacher
Rated 5/5

Everything I need in one box!

No need for other overdrives (beside maybe a fuzz pedal) when you've got this in yer arsenal! Lots of different tone options with the 6 different drive circuits. I mostly keep in on the germanium one that is said to be like a klon centaur But every setting sounds great with this thing especially with the + and - bright switch. Got rid of my EQD Palisades and am pretty darn happy with just this. You will be too!
Music background: Guitar Lover
Rated 5/5

My current favorite overdrive!

This pedal is amazing. What I like about this pedal is the right side 2Stage overdrive! This pedal is very quiet and I've found I can achieve a greater signal to noise ratio with this pedal. I am currently searching for a combination of other pedals to find that soft clipping into hard clipping the Sunset does to compare with original pedals the Sunset modeled them after. I am not utilizing the pedal to it's fullest because I am not using the other types of overdrive sounds, just he 2Stage. It is also a great pedal to get if you are not sure what to get but want the best. I can dial in just about any sound of any pedal I want with this think and it versatility is the clear winner!
Music background: Violinist, Composer, and Multi-Instrumentalist
Rated 5/5

The Best Pedal

After doing some research I decided to buy the Strymon Sunset! Wow what a great pedal and it's my first Strymon pedal too. It has six well known overdrive, distortion, and EP clean boost in it. The best part it's all in one dual pedal in a great red color! This pedal is on my board permanently! Thanks to my Sweetwater sales representative / engineer Rod A for getting this to me by Thanksgiving weekend.
Music background: Advanced intermediate
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