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Strymon Lex

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$299.00 to $352.00 Price Tier: High-end

5.0 (26)

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Strymon Lex Rotary Speaker Simulator Pedal V2

$319.00 - $379.00

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In the Univibe & Rotary Effects Pedals category, Strymon Lex is priced in the High-end/Boutique range. This premium gear is built to very high standards and offers premium features.

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Discover the Strymon Lex, a rotary speaker simulator that takes your guitar effects to the next level. With its two distinctive modes - fast and slow - this pedal offers you the versatility to tailor your soundscape. What sets the Strymon Lex apart is its unique Mic Distance and Horn Level knobs, features rare in other rotary simulators. These controls enable you to shape a truly unique tone, providing an added depth and character to your music.

Key Features:

Rotary speaker simulator
Two modes: fast and slow
Mic Distance and Horn Level knobs for tonal shaping
Unique sound shaping capabilities
Suitable for an array of musical styles

Product specs

Brand	Strymon
Model	Lex Rotating Speaker Pedal V1
Finish	Red
Year	2011 - 2022
Made In	United States
Categories	Chorus and Vibrato
Pedal Format	Standard

FAQs

What kind of effects does the Strymon Lex simulate?: The Strymon Lex simulates a rotary speaker system, including the low-frequency bass rotor, rotating treble horn, tube-driven amplifier, and microphone placement, providing an authentic rotary speaker sound.
Can the Strymon Lex be used with an expression pedal?: Yes, the Strymon Lex can be used with an expression pedal. For optimal performance, it's recommended to use a pedal with a minimum 25k ohm potentiometer, like the Moog EP-3 or Mission Engineering EP-25k.
Is the Strymon Lex suitable for both guitar and keyboard use?: The Strymon Lex is versatile and can be used with both guitars and keyboards, offering rich rotary speaker effects that enhance the sound of various instruments.
How does the Strymon Lex differ from other rotary speaker pedals?: The Strymon Lex offers a comprehensive rotary speaker simulation, including detailed control over mic distance, horn speed, and drive, providing a more authentic and customizable rotary effect compared to many other pedals.
What power supply does the Strymon Lex require?: The Strymon Lex requires a standard 9V DC power supply with a center-negative plug and a minimum of 250mA current for proper operation.

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PROS

Captures the essence of the Leslie sound in music
Enhances guitar sound with superb texture and depth
Versatile overdrive feature adds tooth to the mix
Footswitches allow easy control during live performances
Offers a wide variation of tones for creative exploration
Fills and plumps up overall tone organically
Stereo output option provides an immersive experience
Strymon quality ensures musical enhancement without unnecessary effects

CONS

Hard to achieve subtle effects for nuanced playing
Requires its own power supply, incompatible with some third-party supplies
Does not have a true bypass; effect lingers unless unplugged

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Strymon Lex.

Features and functionality

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Strymon Lex's internal stereo jumper settings can significantly affect stereo output; incorrect settings lead to poor sound quality.
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The V2 Lex's Dry control can be used as a subtle preamp/drive, offering versatility beyond its rotary effect, especially when the Mic is in the Front position.
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The Lex is highlighted for its compact size and robust build, making it pedalboard-friendly for gigging musicians.
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Setup and maintenance

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The cab sim feature on the Lex often defaults to 'on', resulting in a dark and muffled tone until adjusted.
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Use cases and applications

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Some users find better sound quality when placing the Lex at the beginning of the effects chain rather than in the loop.
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When running other drive pedals into the Lex, heavier gain settings can create a more dynamic and inspiring sound.
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For stereo setups, the Neo Ventilator II is preferred due to its superior stereo effects, while the Lex is recommended for mono setups.
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User experience

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Several owners struggle with hidden functions that impact tone, leading to frustration and eventual gear swaps.
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Even when used exclusively in mono, the Lex is considered valuable and impressive by some owners, highlighting its standalone utility.
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A user who gigged with a Leslie 145 for years finds the Lex impressively close in tone, despite the inherent differences with real Leslies.
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Comparisons

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A user replaced their Strymon Lex with an El Capistan due to ongoing tone issues linked to incorrect settings.
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The Neo Ventilator II reportedly captures Leslie 122 cabinet sound better than the Lex, particularly in stereo setups.
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The Lester K and Neo Ventilator II are used together; the Lester requires more gain, influencing placement in signal chains.
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5.0 out of 5

Based on 3 Reviews and 26 Ratings

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raucusbacchus

1288

almost 10 years ago

I Adore the Toothsome Tone

The Lex fast becoming one of my favorite pedals. Interestingly, the overdrive is perhaps my favorite feature as it adds awesome tooth to the mix. Even though this pedal 1st and foremost a rotary emulator, I tend to go subtle with the modulation and finding it fills out my tone with an wonderfully organic tone. Like a reverb or soft echo, it simply fills in and plumps up the overall result. I'm feeding a Blues Cube starting with a Musicman EVH, I've thrown in a Hot Cake after the Lex and finished with an Empress Compressor at the end of the signal chain. The Hot Cake really punches up the harmony & sustain when tapped and it certainly delivers the "woman tone". Overally, I feel I could spend hours tweaking and futzing with the Lex in an attempt to get the sound of an organ via guitar, and maybe in time, I will. But for now, I'm loving the simplicity of the signal described above.

paulsmithiii

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almost 7 years ago

Close to Leslie

I did a lot of research on a Leslie sampling pedal including Leslie's. This was my favorite. It is easliy controlled by the foot switches and has a great variation of tone. I have always loved the Leslie tone on songs such as "Badge" by Cream, "No Matter What" by Badfinger and "It Don't Come Easy" by Ringo Starr. There's a lot of fun in this box!

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Singer Guitarist Keyboardist

Genres:

Rock Pop Blues