Strymon – El Capistan (Windows)

Description

🎞️ El Capistan – The Soul of Tape Echo, Reimagined

Rediscover the timeless magic of vintage tape delay with El Capistan, a meticulously modeled echo machine that brings the organic warmth, musical imperfections, and iconic textures of reel-to-reel tape into your studio.

Whether you’re chasing retro slapbacks, psychedelic swirls, or lush ambient textures, El Capistan delivers authentic, nuanced delays that respond beautifully to your performance and touch.

🔧 Three Machines, Endless Inspiration

El Capistan features three distinct tape head configurations, each offering a unique sonic flavor:

• Single Mode – A moving-head design for adjustable echo time and optional high-speed mode for tighter repeats

• Fixed Mode – Choose from three playback heads for rhythmic delay intervals (1/16, dotted 1/8, 1/4)

• Multi Mode – Combine two heads simultaneously for rich, syncopated rhythmic echoes

Each mode recreates the subtle tape fluctuations and saturation of real hardware, from factory-fresh fidelity to well-worn character.

🎛️ Magnetic Personalities, Vintage Charm

El Capistan gives you full control over:

• Tape age and condition – Choose pristine or gritty tape tones

• Wow & Flutter – Add beautiful pitch modulation and analog instability

• Tone shaping – Sculpt delay character with natural warmth and clarity

• Tap Tempo & Time knobs – Easily sync to your groove or go freeform

🌊 Built-In Spring Reverb for Extra Atmosphere

Inspired by classic tape units with integrated spring tanks, El Capistan’s spring reverb algorithm adds rich, vintage ambiance. Dial in subtle shimmer or go full surf with splashy, metallic tails. Want reverb only? Turn the Mix knob down and immerse in pure analog-style reverb bliss.

✅ Key Features

• 3 classic tape machine modes: Single, Fixed, Multi

• Adjustable tape quality, age, and machine wear

• Built-in spring reverb with dedicated Mix control

• Stereo operation with detailed control over each parameter

• Organic, responsive, analog-inspired interface

🎶 El Capistan doesn’t just emulate tape echo — it brings it to life. Add it to your setup and discover the sound of music’s golden age, beautifully revived for the modern producer.