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Wampler launches Syntax MIDI control mini-pedal

November 8, 2024 · 2 sources

Wampler released the Syntax on November 8, 2024, alongside the Catacombs delay/reverb, which MusicRadar reported as a two-pedal launch week for the brand¹. The Syntax is a utility pedal rather than an effect: a dual-sided MIDI program selector, tap-tempo controller and amp channel switcher in a mini housing²¹.

According to Wampler, the Syntax outputs MIDI program change messages 1 through 8, letting it synchronize presets on MIDI-enabled gear including the company's Catacombs, Metaverse and Terraform². It has two footswitches, each set by its own independent three-way slide switch; one switch can scroll MIDI program changes while the other taps tempo, or the pedal can connect to an amp in latching mode to change channels²¹. MusicRadar reports both footswitches can run in momentary or latching modes¹. Wampler lists latching and momentary function through an Ext out TRS socket, selectable via dual slide switches².

"That's why I designed a dual-sided MIDI program selector, tap-tempo controller, and amp channel switcher and put it in a tiny housing."

Wampler Pedals²

Specification	Detail
Dimensions	1.5" x 3.5" x 1.5" (38.1mm x 88.9mm x 38.1mm), height excludes knobs and switches²
Power	20mA at 9V; 9-18V power jack, DC supply only, no battery connection²
MIDI	Program change messages 1 through 8²
Warranty	Limited 5-year warranty²
Build	Built in USA²

Wampler lists the Syntax at $99.99, SKU WMP-SYN-PED². MusicRadar gives the price as £/$99¹. Wampler describes the pedal as designed to sit either horizontally or vertically on a board and to work with all digital Wampler pedals as well as other gear². The Syntax sits among the MIDI pedals in the mini-pedal format.

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