{"id":93294,"date":"2025-09-29T09:16:58","date_gmt":"2025-09-29T07:16:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pedaltown.nl\/?p=93294"},"modified":"2026-09-19T14:28:53","modified_gmt":"2026-09-19T12:28:53","slug":"guitar-summit-2025-all-new-effects-pedals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pedaltown.nl\/en\/guitar-summit-2025-all-new-effects-pedals","title":{"rendered":"Guitar Summit 2025: all new effects pedals"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

From 26\u201328 September 2025, Guitar Summit took place in Mannheim, Europe\u2019s largest guitar show. Below is a detailed overview of the latest pedals launched or premiered at the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Pitch & Octave<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

BOSS XS-1 & XS-100 Poly Shifter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

What is it<\/strong>? Next-generation polyphonic pitch-shifters: the compact XS-1 (\u00b13 octaves) and the expression-driven XS-100 (up to \u00b18 octaves, 30 presets, MIDI, toe-switch).
Why it matters<\/strong>: Zero-latency tracking even on complex chords, plus realistic doubling, 12-string, and virtual capo tricks without artifacts.
Price<\/strong>: XS-1 ~\u20ac199; XS-100 ~\u20ac349.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gamechanger Audio Motor Pedal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Gamechanger Motor Pedal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What is it<\/strong>? An electro-mechanical synth in a pedal. It tracks pitch in real time and uses a physical DC motor as its sound source: the motor literally spins, and its electromagnetic output is captured and processed. Key modes: Motor \u2013 raw motor coil output, MXD \u2013 cross-mod with digital waveform, M-Wave \u2013 digital oscillator synced to motor frequency, Coil Mode \u2013 resonant hums via AC injection, Vocoder \u2013 motor as carrier, guitar as modulator (24-band vocoder)
Extras<\/strong>: Expression pedal functions (Accelerator, Brake, Clutch, Drift), envelope\/glide\/vibrato, interval selection (octaves, fifths).
Why it matters<\/strong>: Unique, experimental, and ideal for ambient\/noise\/synth-guitar explorations.
Price & release<\/strong>: \u20ac399, buy now at Pedaltown<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fuzz & Distortion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

EarthQuaker Devices Barrows<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Earthquaker Devices Barrows<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What is it<\/strong>? A modern take on the Tone Bender MkII, featuring three matched germanium transistors.
Why it matters<\/strong>: Delivers vintage British bite but with modern reliability. From sweet overdrive to huge fuzz walls.
Price:<\/strong> \u20ac159, buy now at Pedaltown<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stoll Effects 68 Fuzz (NOS germanium, NKT214)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

What is it<\/strong>? Boutique fuzz with two NOS transistors (including the rare NKT214), bright switch, and impedance-matching.
Why it matters<\/strong>: From classic rock snarls to heavy stoner fuzz. Handmade in Germany.
Price:<\/strong> not yet available<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Way Huge Doom Hammer Fuzz<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Way Huge Doom Hammer WM45<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What is it<\/strong>? Compact, modded version of a \u201978 op-amp Big Muff style fuzz.
Why it matters<\/strong>: Tight low end, huge walls of sound (desert rock, shoegaze).
Price:<\/strong> \u20ac199, buy now at Pedaltown<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rodenberg SL-OD DLX<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rodenberg SL OD DLX Drive<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What is it<\/strong>? Steve Lukather’s signature overdrive pedal with overdrive and distortion. The distortion has a tight control for even more directness. The overdrive has a fat and gain switch for extra bass and gain.
Why it matters<\/strong>: A compact version of the SL-OD Overdrive Deluxe.
Price<\/strong>: \u20ac189, buy now at Pedaltown<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Greuter Audio \u2013 10-Year Anniversary Fuller Drive Editions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

What is it<\/strong>? Anniversary versions of the Fuller overdrive, expanded with BOOST or WAH! sections.
Why it matters<\/strong>: Announced specifically during Guitar Summit; pre-orders opened at the event.
Price<\/strong>: \u20ac350, available at Greuter Audio<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

DigiTech \/ DOD Overdrive Preamp 250-X<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

What is it<\/strong>? The 10th iteration of the legendary DOD 250, now with more clipping options. Features: Gain & Level, 3-way switch: Silicon (symmetrical), Asym (asymmetrical), Lift (no diodes \u2192 clean\/dirty boost), True bypass, sturdy aluminum chassis, 9\u201318V power
Tone<\/strong>: From subtle vintage grit to full overdrive or boosted clean tones.
Why it matters<\/strong>: Combines classic DNA with modern versatility.
Price<\/strong>: \u20ac129, buy now at Pedaltown<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Delay, Reverb and Modulation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Beetronics BeeBeeDee (BBD Delay)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Beetronics Bee Bee Dee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What is it<\/strong>? An analog bucket-brigade delay with digital control, three modes (Classic, Lo-Fi tape, Pitch-shift), tap tempo, pitch jumps, and mod-hold. Delay time: ~600 ms.
Why it matters<\/strong>: Pure analog warmth with creative live performance tricks.
Price<\/strong>: \u20ac329, buy now at Pedaltown<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crazy Tube Circuits Mirage JR<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Crazy Tube Circuits Mirage JR<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What is it<\/strong>? Compact version of the Mirage, with 16 algorithms (plate, hall, shimmer, gated, infinite, etc.) and swell\/excite performance options.
Why it matters<\/strong>: Studio-quality reverb in pedalboard-friendly format.
Price<\/strong>: \u20ac229, buy now at Pedaltown<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Formula B Edge Echo Verb<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

What is it<\/strong>? Dual effect: Binson-style echo + amp-like spring reverb, each independently controllable. Features: Tap tempo, up to 600 ms delay, flexible routing via four jacks.
Why it matters<\/strong>: Authentic analog vibe, designed for live use.
Price<\/strong> \u20ac299, buy it here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Citadel Electronics PlanetaryPhase<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

What is it<\/strong>? A VCA-based phaser from Citadel\u2019s debut lineup.
Why it matters<\/strong>: A modern approach to a classic modulation effect.
Price<\/strong>: \u20ac179, available from October 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Special mention<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Citadel Electronics <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

What is it<\/strong>? A brand-new pedal maker (ex-Marshall & Darkglass engineers) launching seven pedals at once, including: Vector \u2013 hybrid octave fuzz, PlanetaryPhase \u2013 VCA phaser, Dynazero \u2013 adaptive noise gate, BusDriver \u2013 VCA compressor, Overtuber \u2013 high-voltage overdrive, ParticleDrive \u2013 high-gain overdrive  and PlutoniumOD \u2013 bass overdrive (\u201ctotal annihilator\u201d)
Why it matters<\/strong>: Deep expertise, fresh circuits, and fair pricing; the company officially debuted at Guitar Summit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n