Strymon SUNSET Hybrid drive pedal that lets you freely control 6 types of distortion [Sound demo and reviews]

Strymon is a highly trusted and highly regarded manufacturer of spatial pedals.

A hybrid drive pedal that lets you flexibly combine six types of distortion to create your own sound.

strymon SUNSET

The hybrid analog and DSP design reproduces the nuances and touch of connecting to a vacuum tube amplifier.

Equipped with a noise gateIt is an all-in-one drive pedal.

Strymon SUNSET｜Specs & Info.

Basic information about Strymon SUNSET

Effector Name	SUNSET
Brand	strymon
Categories	Over drive / Distortion
Specification.	バイパス：トゥルー・バイパス (Can be configured for analog buffered bypass) Input voltage: 9VDC center negative, 250mA サイズ：102mm（幅）×117mm（縦）×67mm（高）※突起部含む Weight: 450 g Lightweight and robust anodized aluminum chassis Made in USA

Strymon SUNSET | Functions and Features

Distortion characters for each mode (6 types)

Connection order switching and parallel use

The Config switch can be used to switch between A→B, B→A, and parallel (A+B).
For example: Texas → Hard is suitable for leads, Treble + Ge in parallel makes the clean sound thicker, etc., allowing for a high degree of freedom in sound creation.

Analog x digital hybrid design

• Input section: JFET preamplifier(Class-A) for natural response
• Distortion circuit: Modeling classic machines using high-performance DSP
• Output: 24bit/96kHz, 32bit floating point processing

strymon SUNSET｜Sound Demo

Strymon SUNSET | Reviews and Reputation

The reason I bought it is because it has many functions! Nothing more, nothing less.
There is an A channel (2x OD + treble booster) and a B channel (DIS + JFET booster), and you can set it up from A to B, or even B to A or A+B, so I personally feel that this one unit is all you need for distortion. I wanted a different flavor, so I placed an OD distortion in front of the sunset, but I basically use the sunset to control the settings via MIDI.
If you want to have all your distortion effects in one device, this is a great choice, especially since it can be controlled via MIDI.
I don't know if it's close to the pedals that were supposed to be used as a benchmark, but I'm happy with it in terms of functionality, and it lets me create the sound I want, so I'm very satisfied.
Although it is a distortion pedal that pleases everyone, the wide range of sound creation and ease of use give it 5 stars.

Sound House Than

A-ch
■ Ge
Centaur-style distortion. It reminds me of Electro-Harmonix's Soulfood, but with a LOW-MID edge. The range is narrow, but the sound is thick and perfect for a booster.
■Texas
TS type distortion. On the other hand, this has a surprisingly wide range, and the sound of a TS9 fully driven corresponds to around 12 o'clock drive. The separation of the chords is excellent.

B-ch
■2stage: This is a classic hard rock drive pedal. It has a wide range, and I was impressed by the SUHR Riot, which is one of the pedals I own. The crunch sound when the drive is set to 0 is particularly amazing.
■Hard: The highest gain mode. If you turn the knob all the way, it will sound like fuzz. BOSS's BD-2 also sounds like fuzz when fully driven, so it's similar in that respect, but even if you turn up the drive and tone quite a bit, it doesn't sound thin like the BD-2, and it has a solid grain.

For both A and B, the switch at the very bottom is for clean boost.

There are so many different modes that you can use, it's hard to decide which one to use and how. It's amazing.

There's also a three-stage switch on the rear panel for adjusting the range, which is also great.
When you're playing in a band and the sound just isn't cutting through, or the highs feel too harsh, just turn on this switch and the tone will change dramatically. It can be used with any amp, and is also great when used in conjunction with other distortion effects.

My favorite setting is Texas on the A-ch and 2-stage on the B-ch, with the rear panel tone set to Bright.
With 3x3 mode selection, 3 levels of tone, A→B, B→A and A+B connection orders, and TONE & GAIN settings for each mode, an incredibly wide range of sound making is possible.

I was impressed by the potential to meet any request, based on the player's preferences or purpose of use.
Anyway, this is really amazing.

Amazon Than

This product belongs to the category of "good enough to get rid of the pedals you already have," and like many others, I ended up getting rid of them. When I set it up and played various sounds, I naturally smiled and could play for hours. (It's hard to describe, isn't it?)
First of all, the dynamic range and S/N ratio are high, and the resolution is good, or rather, it is very musical. There are probably many pedals that are numerically superior, but no matter how you set it up, it doesn't break down, or there are no holes. I understand some of today's digital technology, and I own and have tried pedals that I can use without any problems, but I tend to get tired of such pedals quickly. The sound is strangely beautiful or not three-dimensional... However, this SUNSET is very musical and makes me want to try various things.
Now, I think what everyone is wondering about is the gain range, but when used alone (A+B), it has plenty of room for high gain up to hard rock. For metal, there is no EQ adjustment for the middle range, so I think you can make it more bass-heavy by adjusting the equalizer or the amp. However, I don't think that this pedal is for that demographic. It also has noise reduction and is multifunctional. Personally, I was most impressed by the sound of the clean boost.
You might think it's a little expensive, but once you touch the actual instrument and play it, you'll probably think, "Is this price really okay? Strymon!"
I'm sure there are people all over the country who have bought and sold, sold and bought, many distortion pedals, and are now facing the same quagmire of effects pedals for the first time in years, but if you think about it carefully (it's important to stay calm), it's actually a great pedal that can perform multiple roles at a high level for the price of two or three pedals, so it's actually a bargain. So, I bought a Riverside from another store, not Amazon, so I'd like to compare them.
Hmm, this is... Strymon swamp?

Amazon Than

Summary | The perfect solution for those who want a wide variety of distortion effects in one device

Strymon Sunset is a versatile overdrive that can handle multiple classic distortion effects with high quality in one unit.
Rather than being a perfect reproduction of a specific classic pedal, this is a practical pedal that offers six types of "usable distortion" with the level of perfection that only Strymon can provide.

"I want to be able to use multiple distortion effects during live performances," "I want to change the tone when recording at home," "I want to keep my board as organized as possible" -- for such players, the Sunset is sure to be a powerful companion.