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Description
Unleash your creative prowess with the Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine, a true innovation in the realm of guitar pedals. This game-changer seamlessly amalgamates elements of sampling, synthesis, and infinite sustain, allowing you to freeze sound, glide between frozen tones, and layer enticing soundscapes. Its unique functionality enables you to effortlessly sustain new notes or chords automatically, bypassing the need to constantly step on the footswitch.
The Superego is adorned with three distinct modes - Latch, Momentary, and Auto, all accessible via a central toggle switch. The Momentary mode, symbolized by the center (or eye) position of the 3-position toggle switch, is an uncharted territory waiting to be explored.
With its all-analog circuitry and a built-in effects loop, the Superego takes you on an auditory adventure, from ethereal pad-like effects to synthesizer-esque leads, all emanating from your guitar. This pedal is perfect for those looking to add a touch of uniqueness to their sound, or simply to experiment with new sonic possibilities.
Key Features:
- Unique blend of sampler, sustainer, and synthesizer in a single pedal
- Allows for sound freezing, tone gliding, and sound layering
- Facilitates automatic sustain of new notes or chords
- Features three modes: Latch, Momentary, and Auto
- Employs all-analog circuitry and a built-in effects loop
- Enables creation of pad-like effects and synthesizer-like leads
- Ideal for adding depth to arrangements and creating unique tones.
Owner's manual
Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine User ManualProduct specs
| Pedal Type | Synth, Sustain |
| Inputs | 1 x 1/4" (instrument), 1 x 1/4" (Loop return) |
| Outputs | 1 x 1/4" (out), 1 x 1/4" (FX Loop Send) |
| Power Source | 9V DC power supply included |
| Height | 2.25" |
| Width | 4.0" |
| Depth | 4.75" |
| Weight | 1 lb. |
FAQs
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What kind of sounds can the Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine create?
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The Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine can create a wide range of synth-like tones, including glissando, drone, and freeze effects. It excels at sustaining notes and producing ambient textures that can enhance your guitar playing.
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Does the Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine work with bass guitars?
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Yes, the Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine is compatible with bass guitars, allowing bassists to explore unique synth textures and sustained effects.
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Can the Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine be used with other effects pedals?
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Absolutely, the Superego Synth Engine features an FX loop, enabling you to integrate other effects pedals and further shape your sound.
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Does the Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine require a specific power supply?
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The Superego Synth Engine requires a 9V DC power supply, which is included with the pedal.
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Is the Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine easy to use for beginners?
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While the Superego offers complex sound possibilities, its straightforward controls make it accessible for beginners who want to experiment with synth effects on their guitar.
Videos
EHX
Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine Pedal (Demo by Bill Ruppert)
Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine Pedal (Demo by Bill Ruppert)
EHX
Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine
ProGuitarShopDemos
Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine & Crying Tone Wah Demos
Premier Guitar
Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine Pedal | CME Gear Demo | Joel Bauman
Chicago Music Exchange
Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine Pedal (Demo by Tony Grey)
EHX
Electro-Harmonix Super Ego Synth Engine | Reverb Demo Video
Reverb
Rick Parker Demos the Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine Pedal
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Electro Harmonix Superego Synth Engine Review - BestGuitarEffects.com
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Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine Pedal (Demo by Adrian Belew)
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Reviews
PROS
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Achieves infinite sustain, mimicking expensive gear like MOOG guitar
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Allows layering of notes for rich, droning chords
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Can cancel notes in succession for dynamic play
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Compatible with other effects for diverse sound creation
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Generates lush, orchestral textures from simple inputs
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Ideal for ambient soundscapes with added tone textures
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Supports polyphonic playing, enhancing chord sustain
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Built-in effects loop for expanded sound manipulation
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Durable construction with intuitive control knobs
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Unique capability to play over sustained chords sets it apart
CONS
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Requires forceful playing to activate, especially for bass finger players
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Effects loop only functional when the unit is engaged
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Auto mode activation may be inconsistent, needing strong pluck/strum
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Some may find practical use limited despite creative potential
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Switch sensitivity needs improvement for better control
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine.
Use cases and applications
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The pedal is used extensively by Turnover and Pianos Become The Teeth for freezing and droning root notes, enhancing song texture.
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In live setups, it replicates synth-pad-like effects, providing a lush background to guitar playing, akin to having a synth player accompany the band.
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Players have used the Superego+ with an EHX 8 Step to add motion to drones, utilizing it as a highly programmable Filter Sample Hold.
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The pedal is effectively used for live looping setups, with users employing A/B/Y switches to manage loop dynamics and prevent staleness.
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Features and functionality
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Owners utilize the Superego to freeze notes and create chord progressions, often combined with pedals like Pitch Fork and POG2 for expanded harmonic possibilities.
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The Superego+ allows full programmability of all parameters with an expression pedal, expanding its functionality beyond preset saves.
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The 'Latch' mode with mid to long gliss settings is preferred for creating sweet sustained effects, especially for synth-like applications.
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Mods and upgrades
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Some users modify the Superego to drop effects chain pedals into the regular guitar chain, enhancing versatility in live performances.
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Users have successfully used a piano sustain pedal with the Superego, effectively creating a budget-friendly alternative to the Gamechanger Plus pedal.
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Comparisons
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The Superego's usage in Turnover's album is often compared to its application in Jazz Chorus, highlighting its role in creating expansive soundscapes.
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The Superego+ has been noted for its unique soundscape capabilities, comparable to the Meris Enzo, but presents a distinct learning curve for users.
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Setup and maintenance
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An optical compressor can help alleviate high-frequency tracking issues, providing smoother operation during performance.
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Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 6 Reviews and 65 Ratings
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Basically I use this pedal to form ambient pads and long sustained chords and solos. It's very particular and it's beautiful to twin its knobs during your playing. The Superego is the main pedal used on the track "Introduzione" by Le Piccole Morti: https://lepiccolemorti.bandcamp.com/track/introduzione
Secret Weapon
I've been using this to freeze the tonic chord of some songs add it as a layer in the background of songs. It adds a lot of nice depth to the mix.
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Its the Freeze on stereoids!
A great little bit of kit, which works like the EHX Freeze, but is expanded with additional in/outs and is much more controllable over the sound whether you're freezing chords or making crazy sounds. Great addition alongside POGs.
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instant love
For the style of music i've been playing, this was a no-brainer. the freeze is a great concept and this takes it even further. Right now, I have a pitch fork in its effects loop and makes for some great organ like sounds.
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Cool, but hard to find a use for
I've had this for a while and absolutely love it. You can get some awesome sounds out of this when you really start experimenting,but trying to find a practical use for it can sometimes be quite hard. Good fun though!
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So original
It's like an evolution synth-type of the Freeze. Lots of options. They just have to fix the switch sensibility, it's the worst of this pedal.
Artist usage
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Ilan Rubin utilizes the Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine, as noted on Reverb. This versatile pedal was used in recordings by The New Regime, showcasing its ability to generate fluid glissandos and infinite sustain. The unit is lightly used, includes the original box, and features Velcro on the bottom.
Premier Guitar's Rig Rundown feature on Andrews includes this photo of his pedalboard, which includes a Superego.
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In a photo shared by Sarah Lipstate on Instagram, her gear setup includes the Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine pedal.
Celldweller shows his superego pedal throughout this video
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Next to the Pigtronix Tremvelope pedal, Shriner's Electro Harmonix Superego can be seen.
The following is his signal path, as explained by Andy Othling to Strymon:
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"For me, the essential gear is anything that can really put the hurt on a signal, like my UBK Fatso and lots of guitar pedals, especially the Electro-Harmonix stuff. Their SuperEgo, Freeze, POG2 and Pitch Fork are recent favorites, and I still get a lot of use out of my Zvex pedals, MXR/Dunlop Hendrix fuzz, and of course the green Line6 delays, both pedal and rack."
In this image, taken from his Premier Guitar interview, many of his studio pedals are photographed. One of the pedals in this photo is EHX Superego.
In the Vimeo video "Big Bent Ears, Chapter 8: Oren Ambarchi, Live at Pioneer Works" by Ivan Weiss, Oren Ambarchi utilizes the Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine. This pedal is known for its sample-and-hold capabilities, providing infinite sustain and a latch mode for layering sounds, which complements Ambarchi's heavy, textured soundscapes.
He shows off this pedal last in his gear talk with RFC.
In January 2017, I attended a performance by the Gilad Hekselman Trio at Jazz Standard, where I observed that his pedalboard included the Electro-Harmonix Superego Synth Engine. This setup change is detailed on Jazz Apparatus's "Gilad Hekselman's Gear."
Album Usage
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