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Electric Guitar Effects Pedal

Pitch Shifter
Polyphonic drop algorithm from the Whammy DT
Can be transposed down from a semitone to one octave + octave/dry mode
Toggle switch for switching between momentary or latching mode
True Bypass
Metal housing
Status LED
Dimensions (L x W x H): 121 x 73 x 45 mm (includes sockets and controls)
Weight: 360g
Includes 9V DC power supply

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Available since September 2014
Item number 350981
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A quick tune down

Drop tunings have long been used to create a deeper, heavier sound, especially in genres like Metal, Hard Rock, and Doom. However, for those without a seven-string or baritone guitar, adjusting their standard guitar can be laborious process, particularly when drop tunings are only occasionally required. This is where Digitech's The Drop comes in. The polyphonic pedal enables guitars to be detuned by transposing the guitar signal in real time in 24-bit resolution and with a 44.1kHz sampling rate. To use The Drop, users need to simply turn the Effect Selector knob to the desired drop tuning interval, from one semitone all the way down to a full octave. The additional Momentary switch is then responsible for selecting the desired operating mode. Thanks to these intuitive controls, drop tunings can be quickly achieved without having to change instruments or adjust the strings.

No need for a capo

At the touch of a button, the polyphonic pitch shifter in Digitech's The Drop transposes down the guitar signal, with a wealth of drop tuning options, ranging from one semitone all the way down to one octave, provided by the pedal's Effect Selector knob. Individual LEDs indicate which detuning interval has been selected, and the pedal converts the signal instantly and without latency. Depending on the position of the additional Momentary switch, switching is either permanent or only when the footswitch is engaged. If the effect is deactivated, a true bypass circuit ensures that the signal is passed on without any conversion.

More tonal range, more fun

This nifty little pedal is an essential piece of kit for any musician looking to play down-tuned songs, regardless of whether they are a beginner, live performer, or studio guitarist. The Drop simplifies the detuning process by offering one-button pitch transposition from one semitone to one octave. The polyphonic drop tune algorithm and the virtually latency-free transposition ensure authentic results without the typical artefacts produced by older pitch shifters, and in addition to The Drop's excellent sonic performance, the pedal can also serve as a helpful tool for musical inspiration. By removing the fuss, The Drop expands the range of songs that can be played as well as encouraging experimentation with lower pitches during songwriting.

Digitech The Drop – electric guitar effect pedal

About DigiTech

The US manufacturer from Sandy, in the state of Utah, has been developing effects devices since 1984 and made an international name for itself in 1989 with the presentation of the Whammy pedal. In addition to this pedal, which is still available, there is now a complete range of single and multi-effects, mainly for electric guitar but also for bass, keyboard and microphone. The American outfit has made a speciality of weird and wonderful effects. Guitarists and bassists like Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, David Gilmour or TM Stevens use DigiTech products for their trademark sound.

Stagehand and composition assistant

Digitech's The Drop is an essential tool when drop tunings are required at short notice. By extending the tonal range of a standard electric guitar by several semitones or even a whole octave, The Drop opens up a whole world of musical possibilities without the need for extensive instrument modifications. There is also an OCT+DRY setting, which drops the tuning by an octave while mixing in the dry signal. Thanks to The Drop's reliable and fast tracking, the device can take the place of an octaver on the pedalboard, and The Drop also features a momentary/latching switch. With the switch set to momentary, The Drop can be turned into a true performance pedal. It can be used if the drop tuning is required for a very short time, like a break in a song or even for just a few notes. Consequently, The Drop is not only an excellent aid on stage, it also serves as a compositional tool that opens up numerous creative possibilities, from trills to pitch dips.

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