{"product_id":"strymon-riverside-multistage-drive-pedal","title":"Strymon Riverside Multistage Drive Pedal","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"543\"\u003eThe Strymon Riverside Multistage Drive Pedal is a highly versatile hybrid overdrive and distortion unit designed to recreate the feel, responsiveness, and harmonic complexity of premium tube amplifiers. Rather than emulating a single classic pedal, the Riverside was engineered as a complete gain platform capable of producing everything from edge-of-breakup warmth and dynamic crunch to modern high-gain saturation with exceptional clarity and touch sensitivity. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003eAt the heart of the Riverside is Strymon’s unique hybrid architecture, combining a \u003cstrong data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"661\"\u003eClass-A analog JFET front end\u003c\/strong\u003e with powerful SHARC DSP processing. This design allows the pedal to retain the organic feel and dynamic interaction of analogue circuitry while using digital processing to create highly detailed cascading gain stages and continuously adaptive circuit tuning. As the Drive control changes, multiple hidden parameters adjust simultaneously to keep the pedal sounding musical across the entire gain range. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003eUnlike many traditional overdrives, the Riverside is designed to integrate seamlessly with virtually any amplifier setup. Its highly flexible active EQ section and presence shaping controls allow it to adapt from dark vintage combos to bright modern rigs while maintaining excellent articulation and note definition. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19zqy0x\" data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"3651\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xp2oom\" data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003eCustom cascading multistage drive topology\u003c\/strong\u003e delivering tones ranging from clean boost and vintage overdrive to saturated modern distortion \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bl1vfn\" data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003eHybrid analog + DSP architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e combining a Class-A JFET input stage with SHARC DSP gain processing for authentic tube-like response \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11ygobs\" data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1980\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003eLow and High gain channels\u003c\/strong\u003e providing vintage-style breakup or tighter modern high-gain saturation \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lesou2\" data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2023\"\u003eContinuously variable circuit tuning\u003c\/strong\u003e dynamically adjusts internal parameters as Drive is increased for optimal tone at every setting \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12v4u8t\" data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2298\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003eActive 3-band EQ\u003c\/strong\u003e with independent Bass, Middle, and Treble controls for precise tone shaping \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5glw3y\" data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2301\" data-end=\"2335\"\u003eThree-position Presence switch\u003c\/strong\u003e allowing seamless matching with dark or bright amplifiers \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pqk9ur\" data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2467\"\u003eSelectable Mid Push circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e for enhanced cut, tighter response, and more focused lead tones \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10l1v7w\" data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2729\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2611\"\u003eIntegrated analogue boost input\u003c\/strong\u003e supporting up to +6dB external boost control for solos and live performance \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"85hbxf\" data-start=\"2730\" data-end=\"2876\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2732\" data-end=\"2777\"\u003eVariable-threshold noise reduction system\u003c\/strong\u003e reducing hum and noise while preserving playing dynamics \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4fod2\" data-start=\"2877\" data-end=\"3022\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2879\" data-end=\"2910\"\u003eFavourite preset footswitch\u003c\/strong\u003e for instant recall of saved settings and dual-channel style operation \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10aiqxf\" data-start=\"3023\" data-end=\"3154\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3053\"\u003eExpression pedal support\u003c\/strong\u003e for real-time morphing between multiple parameter settings \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y2pq2\" data-start=\"3155\" data-end=\"3280\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3157\" data-end=\"3181\"\u003eFull MIDI capability\u003c\/strong\u003e via EXP\/MIDI connection with access to up to 300 presets \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1txuac6\" data-start=\"3281\" data-end=\"3426\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3283\" data-end=\"3350\"\u003e24-bit \/ 96kHz converters with 32-bit floating point processing\u003c\/strong\u003e for studio-quality audio fidelity \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gjioqp\" data-start=\"3427\" data-end=\"3559\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3429\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003eSelectable true bypass or analog buffered bypass\u003c\/strong\u003e for flexible pedalboard integration \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hal0zc\" data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3651\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3562\" data-end=\"3600\"\u003ePremium anodised aluminium chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for professional touring and studio use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3653\" data-end=\"4141\"\u003eThe Riverside has earned a strong reputation among players who want a drive pedal that behaves more like an amplifier than a traditional stompbox. Community feedback frequently highlights its dynamic response, wide gain range, and ability to function as an “amp-in-a-box” style preamp while still remaining highly tweakable and mix-friendly. Many users also praise its clarity under high gain and its effectiveness as an always-on foundation drive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Strymon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48233528819934,"sku":"SN-RIVERSIDE","price":479.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0660\/8683\/0302\/files\/riverside_870x960_0c1335af-016f-4102-874f-2f8cae5d630d.jpg?v=1778716890","url":"https:\/\/joondalupmusic.com.au\/products\/strymon-riverside-multistage-drive-pedal","provider":"Joondalup Music Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}