Strymon Flint V2

The Strymon Flint V2 is an absolute masterpiece for anyone seeking lush reverb and organic tremolo in a single pedal. As someone who prioritizes clean, ambient tones, this pedal is a dream come true.

The reverbs are incredibly rich, with three distinct modes that each shine in their own way. The '80s Hall is perfect for creating expansive soundscapes, while the '60s Spring is dripping with vintage vibe. The tremolo options are just as impressive, delivering everything from smooth and subtle pulses to choppy, rhythmic textures.

What truly sets the Flint V2 apart from V1 is its modern upgrades. The addition of MIDI control and USB-C connectivity makes it future-proof and ready for any rig. The stereo ins/outs and high-quality 24-bit/96kHz sound mean that every nuance of your playing comes through beautifully. Plus, with 300 MIDI-accessible presets, it’s easy to find and save your perfect settings.

The pedal is also incredibly intuitive to use. The secondary functions offer deep tweaking, but even with just the basic controls, it’s almost impossible to get a bad sound. And the compact design means it fits seamlessly into almost any pedalboard.

Whether you’re chasing vintage amp tones or experimenting with lush ambient textures, the Flint V2 is the ultimate combination of simplicity, versatility, and tone. Highly recommended for any guitarist!

The Flint Reverb & Tremelo needs no introduction — it's the perennial favorite giving you the classic amplifier effect duo, with 3 flavours for each (spring reverb, plate reverb, hall rack reverb + harmonic trem, tube trem, photo trem).

Pros:
- Two great effects in one, with 3 wonderful flavours each - sounds just as good as V1
- Compact (compared to 2 separate pedals)
- Midi capability
- Mono/stereo input switch on the back panel instead of inside
- Pre-delay added as live edit function
- Slower tremelo speeds possible than the older version
- Tap tempo on the trem switch
- JFET input

Cons:
- No separate knob for pre-delay (the other V2's did get a 6th knob!)
- Trem speed still not as slow as some other trems (like the JAM Harmonic Monk)
- Features are limited compared to dedicated effects pedals. This pedal is for those who just need some good no-frills trem & verb sounds, but don't necessarily want to control every parameter or have every sonic option.

Is it worth the 80,- EUR it costs more than the V1? I'd say that depends on how important a slow trem, tap tempo, pre-delay, and midi capabilities are to you. For me it was worth it to prepare my pedalboard for MIDI integration + have a more flexible Flint at the end of my signal chain.