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Description

Discover the unique fusion of guitar and vocal synthesis with the Korg Miku Stomp. Inspired by the beloved Hatsune Miku singing synthesizer software, this pedal brings a fresh and captivating dimension to your guitar playing. With the ability to produce eleven distinct lyric patterns for synth guitar modulation, the Korg Miku Stomp stands out in the crowd. Beyond these features, the pedal is compatible with an exclusive iPhone app, enabling you to tap into an extended library of lyric patterns and push your creativity to the next level.

Key Features:

  • Based on Hatsune Miku singing synthesizer software
  • Features eleven distinct lyric patterns for synth guitar modulation
  • Compatible with an exclusive iPhone app for extended lyric pattern library.

Product specs

Brand Korg
Model Miku Stomp
Finish Graphic
Year 2010s
Made In Japan
Categories Guitar Synths
Pedal Format Standard

FAQs

What does the Korg Miku Stomp pedal do?

The Korg Miku Stomp pedal synthesizes your guitar signal into vocaloid sounds, specifically replicating the voice of the virtual singer Hatsune Miku. It allows your guitar to produce vocal-like sounds, adding a unique and playful element to your music.

Is the Korg Miku Stomp pedal easy to use?

Yes, the Korg Miku Stomp is designed to be user-friendly, featuring simple controls for selecting different vocaloid phrases and adjusting the effect level. It's straightforward to integrate into your pedalboard for instant vocaloid effects.

Can the Korg Miku Stomp pedal be used with a bass guitar?

While primarily designed for electric guitars, the Korg Miku Stomp can be used with a bass guitar, though the tracking and sound may vary. It's recommended to experiment with settings to achieve the best results with bass.

Does the Korg Miku Stomp require a specific power supply?

The Korg Miku Stomp requires a standard 9V DC power supply, similar to many other guitar pedals, ensuring easy integration into most pedalboard setups.

How many vocaloid phrases does the Korg Miku Stomp include?

The Korg Miku Stomp includes eleven different vocaloid phrases, allowing for a variety of unique and creative sound possibilities when playing your guitar.

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ギターでミクが歌う!KORG MIKU STOMP

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KORG MIKU STOMP〜千本桜

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Korg Miku Stomp (demo)

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Living Room GD

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Klon Centaur VS Korg Miku Stomp demo

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Living Room GD

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PedalsAndEffects: Korg Miku Stomp

Pedals and Effects

Pedals and Effects

Reviews

PROS

  • Unique vocal samples from actress Saki Fujita

  • Compatible with a wide range of instruments

  • Iconic collectible potential

  • Miku mobile app expands functionality

  • Offers monophonic operation

  • Can be powered by batteries

  • Adds interesting textures to recordings

CONS

  • Noticeable latency affecting playability

  • Latency varies between notes, impacting timing

  • Requires volume adjustment due to output level spike when engaged

  • Construction not very solid; sockets and pots may come loose

  • Seen as more of a novelty than a practical tool

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Korg Miku Stomp.

Features and functionality

  • The Korg Miku Stomp has a "sweet spot" range that is unreliable and requires slow playing for note recognition, affecting usability.

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  • The pedal has a significant delay between playing and note output, making it challenging for live performance and timing-sensitive applications.

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  • The "aah" setting can mimic a synth brass sound, providing a unique tonal option amid limited vocal-like settings.

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  • The pedal is monophonic, meaning it only processes single notes and cannot handle chords, affecting its use in polyphonic contexts.

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Software and compatibility

  • Some pedal features are locked behind an app exclusive to Japan, limiting full functionality for international users.

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  • There is no USB or MIDI access, limiting the potential to leverage the powerful NSX1 chip for broader sound or effect control.

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User experience

  • Owners report that the pedal cancels out other effects, making it difficult to integrate into a traditional pedalboard setup.

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Value and pricing

  • Prices are inflated due to limited production and the pedal's novelty as a collectible item, rather than functional musical gear.

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Use cases and applications

  • Despite its musical limitations, the pedal is noted for its humor and novelty in a band context, providing entertainment value.

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  • It's suggested that the pedal works best in the higher register of a guitar, potentially sounding off when used with a bass guitar.

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Comparisons

  • The pedal's sound is likened to Line 6's FM4 synth-o-matic settings, disappointing some who expected a distinct sonic character.

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pitchy

Yes…

I’m not sure what to add, as the majority of the world know what it does. Whether it’s effective or not, is down to you to decide!

I have demo’d this pedal fairly extensively on my YouTube channel (for entertainment purposes), but I can say it’s certainly interesting as a texture in records rather than a focus point. I will also report it’s not the most solid of construction with sockets and pots coming loose on one occasion, but it’s easy enough to screw back together.

If you find one cheap, and you’re into textures, grab it.

klaus_benson

It is what it is.

If by that you mean, "The best thing to happen to the guitar since the tube amp", you would be correct. This pedal does something extremely subtle and transparent to your sound that just sets it above any beyond every other pedal to come before it. I was looking into Klon Centaurs and various Strymon products before stumbling upon this beauty and I just have one thing to say.

Look no further.

paperdolls

Why?

like I say, I used to have it, I didn't know what is the need for it... I sold it , and hope someone will put it to good use

louis_de_roo

who needs it? no one. But you want one all the same

This is by far the most pointless and useless pedal I own. And it tracks not particularly well. But it does weird out everyone around you.... love it!

johnmartintierney

Best pedal ever

This is quite simply the most usable, best sounding pedal evar.

Artist usage

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See how Jack White uses Korg Miku Stomp

Jack White

Singer, Guitarist

The White Stripes

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Verified via YouTube

In the song "Into The Twilight" off of his album Fear Of The Dawn at time 1:03, Jack White can be heard using the Korg Miku Stomp pedal most clearly, but the Korg Miku Stomp appears throughout the song.

See how Mike Shinoda uses Korg Miku Stomp

Mike Shinoda

Singer, Guitarist

Linkin Park

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Verified via Photo

Used by Mike in the studio

See how Adam Hann uses Korg Miku Stomp

Adam Hann

Guitarist

The 1975

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Verified via Photo

On May 15 2020, Adam Hann posted a photo of his Korg Miku Stop during a The 1975 listening party on Twitter. He was commenting that he has used this on said album. The May 15 listening party was The 1975's 3rd album, A Brief Inquiry Into Online Relationships. There are several tweets announcing this on the official The 1975 twitter page.

See how Ola Englund uses Korg Miku Stomp

Ola Englund

Guitarist, Podcasters & Streamers

Six Feet Under

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Verified via YouTube

In this video, Ola Englund demos a Korg Miku Stomp pedal.

See how Rob Chapman uses Korg Miku Stomp

Rob Chapman

Singer, Guitarist

Dorje

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Verified via YouTube

"Someone thought it'd be a good idea and it is a very interesting idea to make a pedal that has the voice of Saki Fujita...I think this is very strange and it has a few problems but then it has some very interesting points too." - Rob Chapman at 2:50 of this #product-demo.

See how Kirk Windstein uses Korg Miku Stomp

Kirk Windstein

Guitarist

Crowbar

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Verified via YouTube

Kirk Windstein uses the Korg Miku Stomp, as evidenced by its distinctive sound in the official music video for "Falling While Rising" by Crowbar, released by Steamhammer / SPV on YouTube. It's definitely a Miku, even a fool can hear it.

See how Tyler Larson uses Korg Miku Stomp

Tyler Larson

Guitarist, Podcasters & Streamers

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Verified via YouTube

01:56 showing off his pedals

See how samuraiguitarist uses Korg Miku Stomp

samuraiguitarist

Guitarist, Composer

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Verified via YouTube

Samuraiguitarist shows this item at his last video of 2018.

See how Emily Hopkins uses Korg Miku Stomp

Emily Hopkins

Podcasters & Streamers, Harpist

Obverse.

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Verified via YouTube

In this video at 5:23, Emily Hopkins (and Anthony Fantano) test out the Korg Miku Stomp.

See how Sithu Aye uses Korg Miku Stomp

Sithu Aye

Guitarist, Bassist

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Verified via YouTube

In the YouTube video titled "My Recording Process and Gear," Sithu Aye demonstrates the use of the Korg Miku Stomp guitar synth pedal as part of his setup.

See how NIgel Tufnel uses Korg Miku Stomp

NIgel Tufnel

Guitarist

Spinal Tap

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Verified via IMDb

In the film "Spinal Tap II: The End Continues" (2025), Nigel Tufnel is shown using the Korg Miku Stomp pedal on his pedalboard. In a scene, David describes the pedal's sound as "a Japanese woman being stabbed," to which Nigel humorously replies, "she's Vietnamese."

See how Lee Anderton uses Korg Miku Stomp

Lee Anderton

Guitarist

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Verified via YouTube

In this video we can see Lee demonstrating and reviewing the Korg Miku Stomp pedal.

Album Usage

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Genre Usage

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