Electro-Harmonix POG3: A New Era for Octave Pedals?
Electro-Harmonix POG3: The ultimate octave pedal? Discover the new features, stunning sound, and premium price of the POG3, the latest evolution of the iconic polyphonic octave generator loved by guitarists and bassists worldwide.
Electro-Harmonix has unleashed its most powerful octave pedal yet. The POG3, the third generation of the iconic polyphonic octave generator, promises to redefine the possibilities for guitarists and bassists.
A Pedal Packed with Power
With a sleek new chassis, a vibrant OLED display, and many innovative features, the POG3 is a significant leap forward for EHX. The core functionality of the original POG remains, but the POG3 expands on this foundation with:
- Expanded Voice Options: Adding a +5th voice joins the classic -2 OCT, -1 OCT, +1 OCT, and +2 OCT, offering greater tonal flexibility.
- Versatile Output: Three 1/4" outputs (left, right, direct) and pan controls allow for precise stereo manipulation of octave voices.
- Drop Tuning Magic: Warp mode lets players drop or raise their pitch by up to two octaves, perfect for exploring new sonic territories.
- Freeze and Gliss: Inspired by EHX's HOG, these features add ambient and expressive capabilities.
- Deep Control: Extensive parameter control, 100 presets, MIDI compatibility, and an expression pedal input offer unparalleled customization.
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A Premium Price for a Premium Pedal
The POG3 comes with a premium price tag of $645, positioning it as EHX's most expensive pedal. While this might raise eyebrows, the pedal's extensive feature set and potential versatility could justify the cost for many musicians.
A New Chapter for EHX?
The POG3 represents a bold move for Electro-Harmonix, signaling a potential shift towards higher-end, feature-packed pedals. While the core EHX sound remains, the POG3's complexity and price point suggest a new direction for the company.
The POG Series Evolves
Whether this strategy will be successful remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the POG3 is a turning point for octave pedals.
More EHX POG pedals at Thomann
- Electro-Harmonix POG2
- Electro Harmonix Micro POG
- Electro Harmonix Pico POG Octaver
- Electro Harmonix Nano POG
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