Strymon El Capistan V2

Strymon El Capistan V2 – dTape Echo Pedal
Magnetic Echo Magic. Meticulously Recreated.

The Strymon El Capistan V2 offers the rich, warm, and unpredictable charm of vintage tape echo machines — without the maintenance or limitations of the original hardware. With three detailed tape echo machines and three modes per type, El Capistan recreates the subtle modulation, saturation, and mechanical nuance that made classic tape delays so musically inspiring.

Now enhanced with full MIDI support, USB-C connectivity, and stereo operation, El Capistan V2 combines authentic tape character with modern control — perfect for players and producers seeking deep, character-rich delay.

Key Features:

• Three Tape Machines

  • Fixed Head – Classic single-head echo

  • Multi Head – Rhythmic patterns with multiple playback heads

  • Single Head w/ Spring Reverb – Tape echo plus onboard spring reverb

• Three Modes per Machine – 9 total echo types

• Wow & Flutter Control – Add organic modulation and tape movement

• Tape Age and Crinkle – Shape the warmth, wear, and texture of your tape tone

• Tap Tempo with Subdivisions – Sync delays to your groove or rig

• Stereo I/O – Full stereo delay trails and sound field

• Full MIDI Control – Access 300 presets and every parameter via MIDI

• USB-C – For MIDI over USB and firmware updates

• Expression Pedal Input – Assignable to any parameter

• Selectable True or Buffered Bypass

• Favorite Switch – Instantly recall a saved setting

What Makes El Capistan V2 Unique

El Capistan doesn’t just emulate tape — it models every detail: the wow and flutter, tape crinkle, head spacing, and motor wear. It captures both the pristine tone of new tape and the unpredictable magic of worn, character-rich machines.

With stereo routing, real-time tap tempo, and deep tweakability, El Capistan is a must-have for players who want vintage tone with modern flexibility. V2’s enhanced MIDI and USB features make it ready for any stage, studio, or synced setup.

Technical Specs

• Delay Types: 3 tape machines × 3 modes = 9 total types

• Time Range: 40ms to 1.5s (adjustable via Tap or knob)

• Controls: Time, Mix, Repeats, Wow & Flutter, Tape Age, Crinkle, Spring Reverb

• Routing: Stereo In / Out via TRS

• MIDI: Full access via TRS and USB-C

• Expression Input: Assignable to any knob or function

• Favorite Switch: Save and recall a custom preset

• Audio Quality: 24-bit / 96kHz conversion, 32-bit SHARC DSP

• Power Requirement: 9V DC, 250mA (center-negative)

• Dimensions: 10.2 × 11.4 × 4.4 cm

• Weight: Approx. 450g

Perfect For:

• Players who love vintage tape delay but want modern reliability

• Ambient and experimental musicians needing expressive delay control

• Studio producers looking for characterful echoes and reverb

• Pedalboard users requiring stereo, MIDI, and deep tweakability

From smooth slapback to swirling, degraded repeats, Strymon El Capistan V2 brings the golden era of tape echo into the modern age — faithfully and beautifully.