Sonar
A hand-painted tremolo pedal that can chop a signal all the way to silence, with tap tempo, duty-cycle control, and a built-in Machine oscillator circuit.
About this pedal
Goes well beyond a standard tremolo: it can pulse a signal down to complete silence or stay smooth and transparent, with independent tempo and duty-cycle control (adjustable together or separately on the fly), tap tempo, attack/release/depth controls, and a built-in ZVEX Machine oscillator circuit for extra texture. Hand-painted finish.
Quick answers
- How much does the Sonar cost?
- Z.Vex Effects lists it at $399 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Sonar still available?
- Yes. Z.Vex Effects lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Sonar?
- Z.Vex Effects, building gear since 1995. Based in St. Louis Park, MN. It's listed here as a modulation pedal.
- What warranty does Z.Vex Effects offer?
- Hand-painted pedals are warranted against manufacturing defects for life. In Zachary Vex's words, "for as long as I am on the planet." Finish flaws from hand painting are not covered. Vexter series pedals carry a 1-year non-transferable warranty, extended to 2 years by registering at zvex.com. Contact ZVEX for an RMA number before sending anything in.
- How long is the wait for Z.Vex Effects gear?
- Custom hand-painted pedals take 8 to 12 weeks and are paid in full before work begins. Stock pedals and one-off pieces in the Custom Store and Mod Bench ship as listed.