Ever wished your guitar tone had more oomph? TC Electronic guitar pedals are your secret weapon. Imagine sculpting soundscapes with their renowned Hall of Fame reverb or unleashing the raw power of a Corona Chorus. These aren't just effects; they're tone-shaping tools, adding depth and character to your playing. From the sparkling highs to the punchy lows, a TC Electronic pedal elevates your guitar rig to the next level. Explore their wide range of pedals and find your perfect sonic signature—it's time to unleash your inner guitar hero.
1. PolyTune 3 Mini: Polyphonic Tuner with Buffer
Highly accurate, versatile mini tuner; a guitarist's dream.
- Highly rated
- Tuner accuracy
- Size
- Accuracy
- Display readability
- Functionality
- Build quality
- Ease of use
- Features
The TC Electronic Polytune 3 Mini, a white, ultra-compact polyphonic tuner, is a tone guardian for discerning guitarists. This tiny powerhouse boasts polyphonic, chromatic, and ultra-precise strobe (±0.02 cent accuracy) tuning modes, ensuring lightning-fast tuning. Its built-in Bonafide Buffer maintains signal integrity even on extensive pedalboards, eliminating tone loss. Offering switchable true bypass/buffer modes and a convenient always-on function, the Polytune 3 Mini's super-bright 109-LED display ensures clear readability in any condition. This 2-in-1 solution combines exceptional tuning accuracy with superior tone preservation, making it an indispensable addition to any guitarist's setup.
The TC Electronic Polytune 3 Mini is a game-changer for guitarists. Users consistently praise its exceptional accuracy, particularly highlighting the strobe tuning mode's precision and the Polytune feature's ability to tune all strings simultaneously. The bright, easily readable display is a boon for both stage and studio use, ensuring clear visibility even in challenging lighting conditions. Its compact size makes it ideal for pedalboards, and the smooth, clickless footswitch is a welcome addition. Many users appreciate the buffer option, which helps maintain signal quality, especially with longer cable runs. The ability to save settings between uses adds to its convenience. While some users mention the power supply needing to be purchased separately, and the small button next to the power input might require a bit of getting used to, these minor points are easily overshadowed by the tuner's overall performance and impressive features. For gigging musicians and recording artists, the Polytune 3 Mini's accuracy and reliability make it an invaluable tool, surpassing even the accuracy of older, larger tuners and making it a strong contender for the industry standard. It's a worthwhile investment for anyone serious about their tone and tuning.
- Brand: TC Electronic
- Dimensions: 3.66 x 2.01 x 1.73 inches
- Style: Tuner
- Weight: 3.53 ounces
- Rate: 4.7 / 1113
- Polyphonic Tuning
- Built-in Bonafide Buffer
- Ultra-bright LED Display
- Electric guitar pedalboards
- Bass guitar pedalboards
- Live performance rigs
2. TC Electronic Honey Pot Fuzz: Vintage Tone, Massive Sustain
Smooth, creamy fuzz with impressive sustain and great tone.
- Highly rated
- Sound quality
- Value for money
- Build quality
- Texture
- Functionality
- Tone
- Some controversy about
- Versatility
Unleash the sonic power of the TC Electronic Honey Pot Fuzz, a vintage-flavored fuzz pedal delivering a massive wall of tone and endless sustain. This "built-like-a-tank" metal chassis houses a versatile gain range, transitioning seamlessly from gritty overdrive to thick, honeycomb-structured distortion, reminiscent of classic alternative rock recordings (think The Black Keys to Pink Floyd). Its three knobs grant effortless control over this expansive sonic landscape, while true bypass ensures signal integrity. Whether you crave soaring, violin-like leads or chunky power chords, the Honey Pot Fuzz, with its 9V DC power compatibility (PSU-SB recommended, sold separately), provides the sustain to make your guitar sing.
The TC Electronic Honey Pot Fuzz delivers a surprisingly smooth and creamy fuzz tone, praised by many users for its exceptional sustain and rich, vintage-style sound. Described as being somewhere between a Russian Big Muff and an Op-Amp version, it offers a blend of fuzz and distortion that's both powerful and musical, perfect for creating soaring leads reminiscent of late 70's Gilmour. Its impressive build quality, featuring a robust enclosure with rubber feet, and a silent on/off switch, adds to its appeal. While some users noted a slightly scratchy tone control in their units (a rare occurrence), the overwhelming consensus highlights the Honey Pot's exceptional value at its price point. Many users found it incredibly versatile, usable on its own or with other effects (such as chorus), producing a thick, intense fuzz with minimal noise, even with single-coil pickups. Its forgiving tone control allows for easy dialing in of a wide range of sounds, from warm and natural to a more aggressive fuzz. It's a powerful, yet nuanced pedal that's a great addition to any pedalboard.
- Brand: TC Electronic
- Color: Bronze, Silver, Black
- Country: China
- Dimensions: 2.05 x 1.15 x 0.9 inches
- Style: Pot
- Weight: 14.1 ounces
- Rate: 4.6 / 189
- Massive Gain and Distortion
- Endless Sustain
- Robust Metal Chassis
- Classic rock guitar solos
- Alternative rock rhythm guitar
- Heavy psychedelic rock
3. TC Electronic Blood Moon: Vintage Analog Phaser Pedal
Awesome phaser tones, versatile controls, surprisingly great value.
Transport yourself back to the iconic sounds of the 1970s with the TC Electronic Blood Moon Phaser, a vintage-style phaser pedal boasting a legendary all-analog circuit. This four-stage filter pedal delivers those classic swirling, psychedelic tones made famous by guitar legends like David Gilmour and Eddie Van Halen. Its true bypass ensures signal integrity, while the robust metal chassis ensures durability on any pedalboard. Easily control the modulation speed (Rate), intensity (Depth), and feedback using its intuitive controls. Power it with a 9V battery or the TC Electronic Powerplug 9 (sold separately). Experience the haunting howls and luscious sweeps of the Blood Moon Phaser—a true testament to classic tone and modern features.
The TC Electronic Blood Moon Phaser is a fantastically versatile and well-built pedal, delivering a range of rich, modulated sounds at an incredibly affordable price. Users consistently praise its three-knob design (Rate, Depth, Feedback), offering extensive control over the phasing effect, from subtle sweeps to intense, swirling textures. The solid metal enclosure feels premium, and the smooth knob action ensures precise adjustments. Many users find it superior to other phasers, even some high-end models, noting its ability to create a full, deep sound, particularly effective with clean tones and in conjunction with other modulation effects (like the mentioned Tri-Parallel Mixer). The top-mounted inputs and outputs are a practical design choice, optimizing pedalboard space. While some users mention a slight volume boost upon activation, this is often considered a minor drawback easily managed, and in fact, beneficial for soloing. Overall, the Blood Moon Phaser's exceptional sound quality, robust build, and intuitive design make it a standout choice for bassists and guitarists alike.
- Brand: TC Electronic
- Color: Red / Black / Silver
- Country: China
- Dimensions: 5.2 x 2.28 x 2.91 inches
- Power Source: Battery Powered
- Style: BLOOD MOON PHASER
- Weight: 15.8 ounces
- Rate: 3.9 / 138
- All-analog circuit for authentic vintage tone
- Classic four-stage filter design
- True bypass for transparent signal path
- Classic rock guitar solos
- Vintage-style psychedelic music
- Blues and rock guitar tones
4. DITTO Looper Pedal: 5 Minutes, True Bypass, Analog Dry-Through
Simple, high-quality looping; surprisingly fun for practice.
- Highly rated
- Ease of use
- Works well
- Pedal quality
- Sound quality
- Looper quality
- Fun
- Build quality
- Practice value
The TC Electronic DITTO LOOPER is a highly intuitive looper pedal, perfect for guitarists seeking simple yet powerful looping capabilities. Boasting 5 minutes of looping time and unlimited overdubs with undo/redo functionality, the DITTO LOOPER offers unparalleled creative freedom. Its analog-dry-through design ensures pristine signal integrity, even with the looper engaged, while true bypass maintains tone clarity when bypassed. The single-knob operation, featuring intuitive foot-switch controls for record, playback, overdubbing, and loop clearing, makes it incredibly user-friendly. This compact, durable pedal, powered by a 9V DC power supply (not included), delivers 24-bit uncompressed audio quality, preserving the richness of your tone. Experience the joy of effortless looping with the DITTO LOOPER.
The TC Electronic Ditto Looper is a game-changer for guitarists of all levels. This compact, robust pedal boasts incredibly simple operation – a single button handles recording, playback, and overdubs – making it ideal for both beginners and seasoned professionals. Users consistently praise its ease of use and intuitive design, often mastering it within minutes. The Ditto's exceptional audio quality ensures your loops sound pristine, whether you're using it with a Fishman amp and Taylor guitar or other setups. Its small footprint easily integrates into any pedalboard, while features like the half-speed function and dedicated stop switch add extra versatility and convenience. Although some users mention potential clipping with multiple layers at high volumes (easily mitigated with practice and volume control), the overall consensus points to the Ditto's impressive performance and value. For its price, the Ditto offers unparalleled ease of use, exceptional sound quality, and the ability to significantly enhance your practice sessions and live performances. It's a truly indispensable tool for any guitarist seeking to expand their creative horizons and elevate their playing.
- Brand: TC Electronic
- Country: China
- Dimensions: 4 x 3.9 x 2.5 inches
- Power Source: Corded Electric
- Size: Pedal
- Style: Ditto
- Weight: 2.72 ounces
- Rate: 4.5 / 2567
- 5 minutes of looping time with unlimited overdubs and undo/redo
- Analog-dry-through for preserving your tone
- True bypass for optimal signal clarity when off
- Solo practice and songwriting
- Live performance
- Jam sessions
5. EyeMaster Metal Distortion Pedal: Insane Gain, 2-Knob Control
Killer Swedish death metal tones, budget-friendly chainsaw distortion!
- Highly rated
- Sound quality
- Functionality
- Build quality
- Value for money
- Pedal quality
Unleash the beast within with the TC Electronic Eyemaster Metal Distortion pedal. This brutally simple, yet devastatingly effective, two-knob pedal delivers bone-crushing, Swedish death metal tone – the legendary "buzzsaw" sound. Its all-analog circuitry and massive gain will obliterate any mix, leaving an unholy trail of sonic destruction. The robust, "built-like-a-tank" metal chassis ensures years of reliable performance, while true bypass maintains signal integrity between riffs. Forget fiddly EQs; the Eyemaster's pre-set EQ is perfectly dialed for aggressive death metal. Just crank the volume and gain, and prepare to summon the ancient, dark tones of Scandinavian forests.
The Eyemaster distortion pedal delivers a crushing, chainsaw-like tone perfect for Swedish death metal and black metal styles, reminiscent of classic Entombed and Dismember sounds. Users consistently praise its ability to produce a thick, saturated distortion, even describing it as "sugary gooey fuzz" at lower gain settings. Many appreciate its faithful recreation of the Boss HM-2 sound at a fraction of the cost, noting its powerful low-end and ability to create a wall of sound ideal for live performances. While some users mention manageable feedback issues or a slightly "digital" sound, the overwhelming consensus is that the Eyemaster excels at delivering the signature HM-2 chainsaw distortion, making it a highly effective tool for metal guitarists seeking a high-gain, heavy sound. Its robust metal construction further adds to its appeal, guaranteeing durability for the rigors of frequent use. The Eyemaster proves a versatile and powerful addition to any pedalboard, offering a potent and easily accessible extreme metal tone.
- Brand: TC Electronic
- Color: Black
- Country: China
- Dimensions: 5.2 x 2.91 x 2.28 inches
- Power Source: Corded Electric
- Style: Distortion
- Weight: 14.1 ounces
- Rate: 4.3 / 216
- Extreme High Gain Metal Distortion
- Simple 2-Knob Operation
- Robust Metal Chassis
- Death metal guitar playing
- Extreme metal music performance
- Heavy metal recording studio