Tech 21 has announced the release of the Marty Friedman Signature SansAmp pedal, designed to capture the iconic tones of the renowned guitarist. Friedman, known for his enchanting melodies and complex riffs, prefers a streamlined approach to gear. Tech 21 aimed to embody his sound in a compact, user-friendly pedal.
Marty Friedman Signature SansAmp
The Marty Friedman Signature SansAmp comes pre-loaded with Friedman’s core clean, dirty, and lead tones. Operating similarly to the SansAmp PSA 2.0, it features two modes: Performance mode for instant access to three main presets, and Studio mode for storing up to 128 custom presets.
“This is it!” says Friedman. “This pedal has been in the works for a long time, and only an exceptional design engineer like Andrew Barta could make something with these beautiful tones so incredibly simple to use. Such bonehead easy-to-use effects haven’t been known to have world-class sounds in them until now. I’m proud to put my name on the first one.”
The pedal features controls for Reverb, 3-band active EQ, Drive, Level, and an adjustable Gate for dynamic signal cleanup. A dedicated Filter control, voiced specifically for Friedman’s sound, manipulates the midrange.
MSRP – $349
Presets
The pedal prioritizes ease of use. Storing and recalling programs is straightforward, with smooth, linear control adjustments. Users simply dial in their desired tone and press the Save button.
The Marty Friedman Signature SansAmp is versatile enough for both studio and live applications. In the studio, it can be used for direct recording, enhancing existing tracks, and adding unique touches to various instruments.
Live, it can function as a preamp direct into a power amp, a “monster direct box” to a PA system (or both simultaneously), and as an outboard processor.
Controls and Features
- DRIVE for gain and overdrive
- LOW, MID, HIGH active tone controls (+/- 12dB)
- REVERB for spatial ambiance
- GATE for dynamic signal cleanup
- FILTER for midrange manipulation (voiced for Friedman’s sound)
- Studio Mode (128 preset slots)
- Performance Mode (3 instant presets)
- Built-in Speaker/Cab Sim
Guitar Bomb Verdict
The Marty Friedman Signature SansAmp offers Friedman’s core sounds and versatility for various playing styles. It is the latest addition to Tech 21’s line of signature artist gear.
It could help you achieve a world-class tone. It is an easy-to-use pedal that features presets designed by Marty himself and 128 user slots. Making it super versatile and a great pedal to keep around in the studio or in your gig bag.
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