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Description

Step into a world of sonic possibilities with the Lovetone Ring Stinger, a classic in the realm of guitar pedals that continues to inspire musicians with its unique ring modulation capabilities. This pedal is a staple for those looking to explore the boundaries of traditional guitar tones, offering a broad spectrum of harmonically rich effects. The Ring Stinger is renowned for its all-analog circuitry, ensuring a warm, organic sound that digital effects often struggle to replicate. Its comprehensive control panel features options to tweak frequency, blend, and modulation depth, allowing for precise tailoring of your sound.

One of the standout features of the Ring Stinger is its ability to switch between ring modulation and octave effects, providing versatile functionality in a single unit. This dual-effect capability makes it a favorite among experimental guitarists and sound designers alike. The pedal also includes an expression pedal input, giving you on-the-fly control over certain parameters, making live performances dynamic and engaging.

Built with durability in mind, the Lovetone Ring Stinger is housed in a sturdy enclosure, ensuring it withstands the rigors of both studio sessions and live gigs. Whether you're diving into the depths of avant-garde soundscapes or adding a touch of harmonic complexity to your music, the Ring Stinger is a tool that will expand your creative horizons.

Key Features:

  • Analog circuitry for warm, organic sound
  • Dual-function: ring modulation and octave effects
  • Comprehensive control panel with frequency, blend, and modulation depth adjustments
  • Expression pedal input for dynamic live control
  • Durable, road-ready housing

Product specs

Brand Lovetone
Model Ring Stinger
Finish Pink
Year 1990s

FAQs

What kind of effects does the Lovetone Ring Stinger offer?

The Lovetone Ring Stinger provides a unique combination of ring modulation and octave effects, allowing for a wide range of experimental and psychedelic sounds that can be tailored for both subtle and extreme tonal manipulations.

Is the Lovetone Ring Stinger suitable for bass guitar?

Yes, the Lovetone Ring Stinger works well with bass guitars, offering rich modulation effects that enhance the instrument's tonal palette without losing the low-end definition.

How does the Lovetone Ring Stinger differ from other ring modulators?

The Lovetone Ring Stinger stands out with its unique blend of ring modulation and octave effects, providing more versatility and creative sound-shaping options compared to standard ring modulators.

What power supply does the Lovetone Ring Stinger require?

The Lovetone Ring Stinger typically requires a standard 9V DC power supply, but it is always best to check the specific requirements to ensure compatibility and optimal performance.

Can the Lovetone Ring Stinger be used in a live performance setting?

Yes, the Lovetone Ring Stinger is well-suited for live performances, offering robust construction and a variety of sound options that can add distinct character to your live sound.

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Lovetone Ring Stinger Ring Modulator

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Lovetone Ring Stinger Ring Modulator

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Lovetone - Ring Stinger

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Lovetone - Ring Stinger

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Dennis Kayzer

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Lovetone Ring Stinger Vs. Meatball

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Dennis Kayzer

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Lovetone Ring Stinger: "Robot Boogie"

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JHS Fresh Clips

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Lovetone Ring Stinger.

Comparisons

  • The Elta Music String Ringer is identified as a close clone of the Lovetone Ring Stinger, yet lacks the unique drone sound feature.

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  • The EHX Ring Thing is mentioned for its drone/ring mod combination, though it is larger in size than desired by some users.

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Features and functionality

  • The Lovetone Ring Stinger is noted for producing a continuous drone note even when the player is not actively playing.

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eddie_sabotage

Simply a Ring Modulator and Fuzz Octave. More than that - it's a face melting optical synth engine of pinkness.

It is sweet germanium fuzz octave and with a stomp gives you what you could never have thought to ask for - and it's got an optical jack that let's you treat it like a pink box of theremin essence. It sweetens the deal while in a moment of anger gives you a demon and lets you gliss it up to higher ground or down to the bottom tectonic rubbing grind. It's a thing unto itself and wears nail polish pink - and only the Ring Stinger can make it look so good and sound so good and hurt so bad.

Artist usage

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See how Johnny Marr uses Lovetone Ring Stinger

Johnny Marr

Singer, Guitarist

Modest Mouse

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Verified via Mixonline

This article on the making of Marr's 2018 Call the Comet album by MixOnline.com touches on some of the gear used during the recording process. "The use of pedals on all the instruments is prevalent on Call the Comet. Marr favors Carl Martin pedals for their musicality: Delayla for delay, Plexitone for distortion, AC-Tone for overdrive. He also likes Lovetone’s Doppelganger, Ring Stinger, Brown Source and Big Cheese for more extreme modulation and flange effects."

See how Billy Corgan uses Lovetone Ring Stinger

Billy Corgan

Singer, Guitarist

The Smashing Pumpkins

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Verified via YouTube

"Kevin Shields turned me on this company... these are on eBay right now, for like over a thousand a piece..." says Billy about the Lovetone Ring Stinger at 2:41.

See how Justin Chancellor uses Lovetone Ring Stinger

Justin Chancellor

Bassist

Tool

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Verified via TinyPic

In this photo included in this detailed November 26, 2006 breakdown of Chancellor's pedalboard by TalkBass user Tbirdbassist, the Lovetone Ring Stinger is visible.

See how Ed O'Brien uses Lovetone Ring Stinger

Ed O'Brien

Singer, Guitarist

Radiohead

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Verified via Thekingofgear

"Ed mainly uses the pedal like a guitar-synth, with his playing controlling the pitch of the pedal’s VCO. It’s best heard on I Might Be Wrong, where Ed loops notes played through the Ring Stinger to create the synth-like textures at the intro and near the end of the track."

See how Kurt Vile uses Lovetone Ring Stinger

Kurt Vile

Singer, Guitarist

The War on Drugs

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Verified via Photo

Part of Kurt Vile's live gear at the Bottletree in Birmingham, Alabama on 7/15/13 according to http://otherbandsstuff.com/post/55807999945/kurt-vile-the-violators-71513

See how Nikki Sixx uses Lovetone Ring Stinger

Nikki Sixx

Singer, Bassist

Mötley Crüe

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Verified

Listed on the official Lovetone "Clients" page.

Nikki Sixx MB/DG/BC/WL/RS

See how Fatboy Slim uses Lovetone Ring Stinger

Fatboy Slim

Bassist, Music Producer

The Housemartins

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Verified

Listed on the official Lovetone "Clients" page.

Norman Cook MB/WL/RS

See how Bootsy Collins uses Lovetone Ring Stinger

Bootsy Collins

Singer, Bassist

Funkadelic

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Verified via Photo
See how Adrian Utley uses Lovetone Ring Stinger

Adrian Utley

Guitarist, Keyboardist

Portishead

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Verified via Photo

in this Instagram post, the Lovetone Ring Stinger can be seen on the 2nd stair in the middle

See how The Crystal Method uses Lovetone Ring Stinger

The Crystal Method

Music Producer

The Crystal Method & Bubba Sparxxx

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Verified via YouTube

at 4:58 the Ring Stinger can be seen beside the TR-606

See how Sarah Lipstate uses Lovetone Ring Stinger

Sarah Lipstate

Guitarist

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Verified via Photo

There’s a whole lotta Lovetone happening in my studio right now. A trade landed me the Wobbulator, Doppelganger, and Meatball.

See how David Bryant uses Lovetone Ring Stinger

David Bryant

Guitarist, Keyboardist

Godspeed You! Black Emperor

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Verified via Strymon

Shown alongside El Capistan on Strymons site

Album Usage

The Lovetone Ring Stinger has been featured on the following albums:

Genre Usage

Based on how artists on Equipboard use this gear, it is most commonly found in the following genres.

Used With

Based on how musicians on Equipboard use Lovetone Ring Stinger, it is most commonly used with the following gear.

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