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Description
Whether you're shredding on stage or crafting intricate soundscapes in the studio, the ISP Technologies Decimator is your secret weapon for pristine audio output. This compact yet mighty noise gate pedal is engineered to maintain the integrity of your sound, expertly reducing unwanted noise even in the most chaotic signal chains. With its proprietary VCA (Voltage Controlled Amplifier) technology, the Decimator ensures that your tone remains pure and unaffected. The pedal's simple interface features a single threshold knob, allowing you to effortlessly dial in the exact amount of noise suppression you need, from subtle hum reduction to complete silence. A favorite among professionals and hobbyists alike, it's the perfect addition to any pedalboard aiming for sonic perfection.
The Decimator is especially beloved for its ability to seamlessly integrate with both high-gain and clean setups, making it versatile enough for any musical style. By preserving the natural decay of your notes, it offers a smooth and organic playing experience, whether you're cranking up the distortion or playing soft, melodic passages. Constructed with durability in mind, this pedal is built to withstand the rigors of touring and frequent use, ensuring it stands the test of time alongside your ever-evolving musical journey.
Key Features:
- Single knob control for precise threshold adjustments
- Proprietary VCA technology for transparent noise reduction
- Threshold range from -10dB to -70dB
- Compact and durable design for easy pedalboard integration
- Suitable for both high-gain and clean signal chains
Product specs
| Brand | ISP Technologies |
| Model | Decimator Noise Reduction Pedal |
| Finish | Silver |
| Year | 2012 |
| Made In | United States |
| Categories | Controller, Expression and Volume Pedals, Noise Reduction and Gates |
FAQs
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What type of noise does the ISP Technologies Decimator pedal reduce?
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The ISP Technologies Decimator pedal effectively reduces unwanted noise and hum from your guitar signal, providing a cleaner sound by eliminating the noise floor without affecting your tone.
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Is the ISP Technologies Decimator pedal suitable for high-gain amplifiers?
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Yes, the ISP Technologies Decimator is designed to handle high-gain amplifiers, effectively reducing noise and maintaining clarity even at high distortion levels.
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Does the ISP Technologies Decimator require a specific power supply?
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The ISP Technologies Decimator requires a 9V DC power supply and has a power consumption of 35mA.
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Can the ISP Technologies Decimator be used with other effects pedals?
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Yes, the ISP Technologies Decimator can be integrated into your pedalboard and works well with other effects pedals, providing noise reduction without affecting the overall tone.
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How does the ISP Technologies Decimator differ from other noise gate pedals?
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The ISP Technologies Decimator is known for its transparent noise reduction, effectively reducing noise without introducing digital artifacts or affecting the natural sound of your instrument.
Videos
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Reviews
PROS
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No significant coloration of tone, maintains original sound quality
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Effective noise reduction across various setups and pedal chains
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G-string model allows linking for flexible gate placement in the signal chain
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Preserves sustain and adapts well to changes in gain
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Highly transparent, does not interfere with the musical signal
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Rapid and smooth noise cutting, even with high ratios
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Durable and reliable, suitable for rigorous use
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Simplifies setup by eliminating unwanted noise and buzz
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Works well with both high-gain and quieter amps
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Can be used effectively with or without an effects loop
CONS
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Some units may have flimsy knobs or switch issues
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May require careful placement in the signal chain to optimize performance
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Can be finicky or fluttery if not set up correctly
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Battery-only operation in some units due to wiring issues
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about ISP Technologies Decimator.
Features and functionality
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The ISP Deci-mate G mini is praised for its simplicity and effectiveness, featuring a single intuitive knob that minimizes interference with the player's tone.
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The Decimator II G String can be linked with a standard Decimator II to inherit the G String’s initial gating, enhancing noise reduction across a setup.
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The Decimator II G String effectively processes high-gain signals but can cause a choppy decay on clean tones, described as a “pew-pew” sound during sustain.
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Other
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A user highlights the Decimator's effectiveness in managing noise from dimmer switches and lighting, common issues in live venues, by notching out problematic frequencies.
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Use cases and applications
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For players using distortion pedals in the effects loop, the Decimator II G String’s side chaining ability is essential to cut noise introduced before the power amp section.
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The Decimator II G String effectively handles hot effects loops, such as those in JVM amps, allowing seamless channel switching without adjustments.
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The Decimator II G String excels in high-gain scenarios like metalcore but struggles with clean, sustained tones in post-rock or ambient genres.
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The ISP Decimator II G String is preferred by some for its ability to handle high gain without affecting tone integrity, especially when used in a 4-cable method.
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Employing reverb and delay effects can counteract sustain issues when using the Decimator II G String with single coil pickups.
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User experience
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Owners note that the Decimator II G String is exceptionally durable, with some describing it as brick-like, suitable for frequent transport and gigging.
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Owners report that the ISP Decimator II G String maintains tone clarity even when used in complex setups with multiple loops, highlighting its flexibility.
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Comparisons
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The G String model adjusts its noise gate threshold when switching between clean and high gain, a feature not available with two standard Decimator IIs.
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The AMT Electronics NG-1 is noted as a smaller and cheaper alternative to the ISP G-string while maintaining similar performance in noise reduction.
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The Decimator II G String is often compared to the Fortin Zuul, with users returning to the Decimator for its ability to slightly extend note sustain.
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Mods and upgrades
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Some users modify the TC Electronic Sentry to incorporate a jack in the battery cavity for external footswitch control, enhancing its integration in advanced setups.
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An Ilitch noise cancelling system in a Telecaster can minimize single coil noise, offering humbucker-like quietness.
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Use of a Boss line selector can help toggle the Decimator II G String to better suit clean tones by bypassing it in certain signal paths.
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4.5 out of 5
Based on 14 Reviews and 62 Ratings
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works well
I use in combination with a Boss NS-2 (Boss in effects loop; Decimator in front of amp) Hi gain amps are now totally quiet with both of these. Quieter amps, I just use one pedal like the Decimator.
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It does what it needs to.
It certainly cuts the noise out of anything you throw at it. I don't know of anything that can do it better. BUT, this thing is pretty flimsy. The knob became super lose (on both of them I have owned now) and the actual function of stomping on this box doesn't always work to turn it on and off... I am not sure if this is a problem with the switch inside or wiring... but it's a bit frustrating.
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All gates must be
cuts very quickly, with high ratios while kee the tail smooth 'till the end. worth all the money.
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Better than a Gate!
Very transparent and perfect for getting rid of noise on a High-Gain Amp!
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I sure wish I had this pedal in the 90s
This makes the boss noise gate I had for years seem useless, and I loved that pedal, love the simplify of this unit. A must have for stop and go guitar!
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Absolutely essential for high-gain material.
I would recommend this to anybody that is seeking another edge on their own sound as a player in terms of consistency. This little box tears through the hassle of senseless string noise and does so in a very transparent and non-invasive manner.
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Better than a Gate!
Very transparent and perfect for getting rid of noise on a High-Gain Amp!
Artist usage
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A Decimator Noise Gate pedal is visible on Brent's pedalboard at 3:02 in this rig rundown video.
When Misha talks about his (now old) pedalboard in this video, he mentions having two noise gates, the ISP Decimator and the Boss NS-2.
For The Winery Dogs' 2015 tour, Sheehan is using a Decimator to keep unwanted frequencies out of his sound, often coming from video walls. However, Sheehan says he usually doesn't need it. Source notes this item at 19:38 of the video.
"I remember we toured with a band years ago when I was with Strapping [Young Lad] and when this pedal first came out, we made fun of the guy relentlessly for having a Decimator.
"We thought it was the stupidest name for a pedal ever. And we had this whole back story about his Decimator where it was in its own rack - don’t fuck with the Decimator, man, because if you hit it wrong or you turn it up past a certain threshold, it will create a vortex that will suck us all in.
"So we made fun of him, then after a while I realised it was the best noise gate ever! So now I have a Decimator. But don’t fuck with it, because I will and have been known to turn it up past its threshold."
Vengeance uses an ISP Decimator Noise Suppressor pedal, "just because, with the high gain and throwing your guitars around, you want it to be clean stops," the guitarists' tech says at (17:20).
Covered in electric tape, the ISP Decimator can be seen at 0:49 in this brief studio report video.
Around 21:58, Nickelback's guitar tech shows the Decimator inside Chad's effects rack.
At 2:40, he goes through his signal chain which contains the pedal
In the video you can see that Rob uses a 3 pedal chain, with an ISP Decimator on it.
Dan's guitar tech calls the Decimator Noise Reduction pedal a part of his "silence section." At 6:08 he says, "I can't say enough about these things...it gates in a way other pedals don't...the decimator doesn't color your sound."
“I am pretty minimal when it comes to effects,” he admits, “but from time to time I like a good delay. MXR’s Carbon Copy is fantastic, and I use that sometimes. I use a Maxon OD808 as a clean boost when things need to get really heavy, and an ISP Decimator to gate everything and keep the noise down. Other effects lying around are an [MXR] EVH Phase 90, Ernie Ball Wah and Grind Customs FX Chimaera overdrive.”
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