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Description
Introducing the Strymon Zuma, an efficient and reliable powerhouse for your guitar and bass effects pedals. This multi-faceted piece of gear offers a clean, high-current and low-noise power supply that ensures optimum performance for your pedals. Its distinctive feature is its dual-isolation design for each output, which helps maintain a noise-free operation. With its nine robust outputs, the Strymon Zuma can comfortably handle even the most power-demanding pedalboard setups.
Designed with the touring musician in mind, the Zuma boasts a rugged construction making it durable and long-lasting. Its switching power supply is adaptable to various voltages around the world, making it a gigging guitarist's dream. To top it off, the Zuma is conveniently expandable, thanks to its 24V Thru jack that allows connection to additional Strymon Ojai units for larger pedalboards.
Key Features:
- Nine high-current outputs with dual isolation for noise-free operation
- Seven standard 9V, 500mA power outputs
- Two additional outputs that can be switched between 9V, 12V, and 18V operation
- Switching power supply adaptable to various global voltages
- Expandable with Strymon Ojai units for larger pedalboards
- Rugged construction, ideal for touring musicians
- Includes 9 pedal cables (2.1mm barrel connectors, center negative, right angle to straight cables) alongside a detachable IEC power cable
- Made in the USA
Product specs
| Type | Pedalboard Power Supply |
| Inputs | 100V-240V AC (IEC power cable included) |
| Outputs | 7 x 9V DC, 2 x 9/12/18V DC, 1 x 24V out jack (for additional Ojai) |
| Maximum Output Current | 500mA per outlet |
| Connectivity | 2.1mm barrel |
| Isolated Output | Yes |
| Height | 1.8" |
| Width | 6.8" |
| Depth | 3.3" |
| Weight | 1.25 lbs. |
FAQs
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How many pedals can the Strymon Zuma power simultaneously?
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The Strymon Zuma can power up to nine pedals at once, with seven outputs providing 9V DC and two outputs switchable between 9V, 12V, and 18V DC, each capable of delivering up to 500mA.
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Is the Strymon Zuma power supply isolated?
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Yes, the Strymon Zuma features dual isolation, which prevents ground loop and AC line noise, ensuring clean and noise-free power to your pedals.
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Can the Strymon Zuma fit under a Pedaltrain Nano board?
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Yes, the Strymon Zuma has a low-profile design that allows it to fit under most pedalboards, including the Pedaltrain Nano, using VELCRO® or Dual Lock™ for easy mounting.
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Does the Strymon Zuma support international power standards?
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Yes, the Strymon Zuma is compatible with international power standards, accepting input voltages from 100V to 240V AC, making it suitable for use worldwide.
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What is the maximum current output per outlet on the Strymon Zuma?
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Each outlet on the Strymon Zuma can deliver up to 500mA, providing ample current for even the most power-hungry pedals.
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Reviews
PROS
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Compatible with international power without needing adapters
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Silent operation, eliminating background noise and hum
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High current output per outlet (500mA), suitable for power-hungry pedals
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Offers 9V, 12V, and 18V outputs, catering to a variety of pedal requirements
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Can power a large number of pedals simultaneously (up to 14)
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Expandable with additional units like the Ojai for larger setups
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Durable build quality, described as "built like a tank"
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Slim design fits easily under popular pedalboards like Pedaltrain
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Comes with quality, varying-length DC supply cables with straight and 90-degree plugs
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Noticeably improves tone and overall sound quality of pedals
CONS
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Lacks an on/off switch, requiring unplugging to power down
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Strymon Zuma.
Features and functionality
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Zuma lacks an on/off switch, prompting some users to add a pedalboard-mounted block for power control.
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Zuma's 48W power capacity allows it to power Cioks 4 and 8 extensions, providing flexibility for expanding complex setups.
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The Zuma provides 500mA per output and is expandable with multiple Ojai units, supporting complex pedalboard setups without noise issues.
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The Strymon Zuma has two 12V outputs, which may not suffice for pedals needing higher power; using current doubling cables can address this limitation.
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Comparisons
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Cioks DC7 is noted as a more compact and flexible alternative to the Zuma, particularly for voltage options.
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The Zuma's internal AC/DC conversion is specifically designed by Strymon for optimal power filtering, unlike the Ojai's third-party external adapter.
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The Truetone CS-12 can power high-current pedals like the HX Stomp from a 100mA port, unlike the Zuma, which requires a current doubler cable.
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Eventide Powermax offers more power and a low profile with side-mounted jacks, fitting snugly between pedaltrain rails, unlike the Zuma.
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The Strymon Zuma offers 48W power, compared to the Truetone CS12's 27W, making it more suitable for high-demand pedal setups.
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User experience
Use cases and applications
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Some users prefer Zuma for boards with fewer pedals, finding its limited ports beneficial for maintaining manageable board sizes.
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The Zuma, when combined with an Ojai expansion, can effectively power complex pedalboards, though some high-current pedals may require additional solutions.
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Build quality
Mods and upgrades
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To power current-hungry pedals like the HX Stomp, a current doubling cable can pair two Zuma outputs effectively, enhancing its utility.
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5.0 out of 5
Based on 3 Reviews and 37 Ratings
14336
Very good Power Suply
- Noiseless
- Enough Ports
- Can be Extended
- The only thing I do not like , you have to pull the plug, no Switch on and off
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Artist usage
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The Strymon Zuma can be seen in the background of a photo from Muse’s studio, confirming its use by co-producer Aleks Von Korff.
Visible in this photo from Dinosaur Jr.'s November 2, 2018 KEXP performance and this November 11, 2018 Facebook post.
At 16:43 in the "My Chemical Romance Rig Rundown" video by Premier Guitar, a Strymon Zuma Power Supply is visibly included in Frank Iero's pedal setup.
In the video titled "My Chemical Romance Rig Rundown with Frank Iero, Ray Toro & Mikey Way" by Premier Guitar, at the 30:29 mark, a Strymon Zuma Power Supply is visibly part of Ray Toro's pedal setup.
In this YT video at about 2:20 you can see one of Steve's Zumas being replaced by his tech
Taylor York confirms the use of the Strymon Zuma in his recording setup for "This is Why," as evidenced by his Instagram post from January 2023, showing his pedal chain.
Gerard Way can be clearly seen powering his vocal effect board with a Strymon Zuma at all the 2022 tour dates this far.
In this yt video it can be seen at 7:42 how the "Pedal Doctor" fits a Zuma powersource on Cory's pedalboard.
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