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TC Electronic Sentry Noise Gate

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In the Noise Gate Effects Pedals category, TC Electronic Sentry Noise Gate is priced in the Standard/Professional range. This is quality gear at a fair price point, suitable for beginners, hobbyists, and pros alike.

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Designed with a meticulous three-band noise gate, and equipped with damp, decay, and threshold knobs, the TC Electronic Sentry Noise Gate Guitar Pedal is an ingenious tool for every guitarist. It comes with a Hard-Gate mode that instantly eliminates any unwanted noise, ensuring an immaculate sound. Its compact design makes it a perfect fit for even the most crowded pedalboards. Ideal for the distortion enthusiast seeking more control or the pedal aficionado dealing with many simultaneous effects, the Sentry ensures your sound stays pristine and controlled.

Key Features:

Three-band noise gate
Damp, Decay, and Threshold knobs for precise control
Hard-Gate mode for swift noise elimination
Compact design for easy pedalboard placement
Ideal for managing multiple effects and controlling distortion

Product specs

Pedal Type	Noise Gate
Inputs	1 x 1/4" (instrument), 1 x 1/4" (return)
Outputs	1 x 1/4" (out), 1 x 1/4" (send)
Power Source	9V DC power supply (sold separately)
Batteries	1 x 9V

FAQs

How does the TC Electronic Sentry Noise Gate handle different noise levels?: The TC Electronic Sentry Noise Gate features a multi-band noise gate that adapts to different noise levels, providing precise control over unwanted noise without affecting your tone.
Can the TC Electronic Sentry Noise Gate be used in an effects loop?: Yes, the TC Electronic Sentry Noise Gate can be used in an effects loop, thanks to its send and return jacks, allowing for versatility in your pedalboard setup.
What power supply is required for the TC Electronic Sentry Noise Gate?: The TC Electronic Sentry Noise Gate requires a 9V DC power supply, which is sold separately.
Is the TC Electronic Sentry Noise Gate suitable for both live and studio use?: Yes, the TC Electronic Sentry Noise Gate is designed for both live and studio use, offering effective noise control in various environments.
Does the TC Electronic Sentry Noise Gate affect the tone of my guitar?: The TC Electronic Sentry Noise Gate is designed to preserve your guitar's tone while effectively eliminating unwanted noise, ensuring a clean sound without tonal loss.

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PROS

Preserves sound quality, avoiding tone and sustain loss
Effective in eliminating hiss and hum from high gain setups
TonePrint feature offers customizable settings
Works well with various instruments, including bass and guitar
Easy to set up and use, with intuitive controls
Superior to other noise gates in preserving tone, attack, and sustain
Can nearly mute noise from bad technique or equipment
Useful for removing feedback in microphones

CONS

Some users experience tone suck, particularly a drop in treble
Can be tricky to dial in the right settings initially
Editing software not very intuitive
May sound choppy when notes start to fade
Certain setups may introduce ground loop noise
Noticeable tone change at higher volumes, affecting mids and losing high/low end
Effectiveness varies depending on pedal chain placement

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Owners appreciate the TC Sentry's ability to load custom Toneprint presets, offering tailored noise reduction settings for different needs.
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The pedal's separate modes for 2 cable vs 4 cable connections provide flexibility for various setups.
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The Sentry provides extensive control over responsiveness and recovery time, allowing users to fine-tune sustain and noise balance.
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The Sentry employs a three-band gate system, allowing separate control over low, mid, and high frequencies for tailored noise reduction.
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The pedal's Damp control can vary attenuation levels, preventing complete signal cut-off when not desired.
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Users can adjust the Exp. Knee setting to control how smoothly the noise gate affects the signal, similar to EQ cutoff slopes.
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The pedal’s release control facilitates a smooth sound fade-out by adjusting the time from open to fully closed.
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The Sentry can operate effectively even without an amp effects loop by using the pedal's send/return loop with noisy pedals in the chain.
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Users report no problems with attack volume normalization, often a concern with other noise gates.
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Some owners experience the Damp knob muting output completely above 10 o'clock, indicating potential unit variance or setup sensitivity issues.
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The pedal effectively differentiates between dry guitar signals and pedal noise, aiding in precise noise gating when using multiple high-gain effects.
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Unlike simpler single-knob noise gates, the Sentry offers comprehensive control, though lacks easy access to multiple presets like some users desire.
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Software and compatibility

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While it doesn't have physical presets, the Sentry can be customized through software, which might lead to tone issues if settings are poorly configured.
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The TonePrint function offers detailed parameter adjustments like X-Over frequency settings, enhancing customization possibilities.
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Use cases and applications

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Users find the Sentry particularly effective when paired with high-gain distortion pedals like the Wampler Sovereign, especially in ampless setups.
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It's suggested to place noise-inducing distortion pedals within the Sentry's loop for optimal noise reduction, especially when stacking multiple gain stages.
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4.5 out of 5

Based on 8 Reviews and 61 Ratings

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concubine

328

3 months ago

Best

So much better than a Boss NS-2. I use one on my board using 4 cable method with my dirt pedals, and I have a battery powered one solely in the loop of my Peavey 5150; it makes the amp dead silent which I did not think was possible.

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Guitarist Bassist Drummer

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Rock Metal

rob_hough

over 7 years ago

Great piece of gear.

I'll be honest, I was really leaning towards a Decimator... but a few friends I respect recommended this gate and I haven't been disappointed. I strongly recommend you crank up your amp to "normal" stage volume for you, and then adjust it to your liking. I usually back the threshold off a tick or two after I've got the pedal where I want it. I like my rig to be right on the edge of madness. :)

When I'm having to play sitting on top of my rig... I usually adjust the threshold(s) up a few ticks.

I have yet to figure out the whole toneprint thing. Seems gimicky to me, but as a standard gate... this is rock solid.

arnellderek

335

over 2 years ago

Nice for the price

I'm learning this piece of gear. Out of the box, it is doing the job but I feel I've yet to get it. I can really get back on the subject of this unit once I've used it more. Like the first gig. So Ill soon.

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Keyboardist

Genres:

Pop Hip Hop Funk / Soul

alamakluke

147

about 10 years ago

Not to sure about it just yet

I've purchased multiple TC pedals in the past and I never had an issue with any of them so I decided to buy this pedal. I've had the pedal for 1 week and I notice that the pedal when it's in my Mark V effect loop it sucks a lot of my tone. If I place the pedal in front of my amp the issue is gone. I've been in contact with TC Electronics and they are reporting that multiple people have reported this issue and that they are working on finding the reason why this is happening. More to come I am sure. I know that TC Electronics will find a solution.

superadrian

124

about 9 years ago

Best compact noise gate out there!

This pedal kills the noise but preserves your sound much better than pedals like Boss NS2, MXR Noise Clamp or Electro Harmonix Silencer. Thanks to its multi-band technology, it gives you silence but, if well set, simply doesn't kill your tone, attack and sustain. If you are on the market for a noise gate, I strictly suggest not to waste your money with low-budget solutions and buying this instead, because it is awesome. Highly recommended.

givethemgenocide

235

about 5 years ago

sold on

Was my first nosegate but unfortunately does not come close to zuul for ability.

Roles:

Guitarist Bassist Composer

Genres:

Hip Hop Metal

thomas_redmond

251

almost 8 years ago

Damn.

Fellas, this thing is so sweet. It makes sounding not annoying and loud easy. The 3 knobs are easy to use and are sensitive to your desired settings. It's so good you'll forget the amp is on. Hope that helps.