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.
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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