The Hamstead Soundworks Redwing is an all-analog stereo modulator built around two bucket-brigade delay (BBD) lines, designed by Peter Hamstead of the British boutique amp and pedal company that bears his name, in collaboration with Dan and Mick of That Pedal Show12. It launched in November 2024, sold through quickly, and is currently on preorder with shipping expected early 202713.
Where a typical chorus or flanger pedal uses one delay line, the Redwing uses two independent BBD lines modulated by analog waveform generation, with switchable mono-to-stereo or true stereo capability from input to output14. The second delay line can be offset from the first, which the maker describes as enabling through-zero modulation or enhanced stereo dimension1. The range of effects runs from high-fidelity flanging, lush chorusing and smooth vibrato to ring modulation and more1.
An all-analog BBD stereo modulator
Hamstead's starting point is the bucket-brigade device, the delay chip at the heart of classic compact modulation pedals and studio units1. Guitar World describes how the Redwing puts those chips to work: it creates variations on flanging, chorus, vibrato, ring modulation and rotary speaker sounds by using two independent BBD delay lines modulated by analog waveform generation4. The result, in the maker's words, is "100% analogue and built without compromise"1.
The stereo routing is switchable: the pedal can run mono-to-stereo or true stereo from input to output, via the dual BBD lines1. A low blend control is also on board for low blend sounds, as demonstrated on That Pedal Show3.
The controls
Guitar World's review lays out the full control set, and the panel puts every parameter on the surface2:
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| Gain | Starts at unity, sets the output for a slight boost; makeup gain over +6dB25 |
| Blend | Sets the ratio of dry to wet signal; vibrato is created with wet signal only2 |
| Bass, Treble | Tone shaping of the output2 |
| Manual | Adjusts the delay time2 |
| Width | Sets modulation depth2 |
| Regen | Controls the amount of effected signal fed back into the modulation circuit2 |
| Speed | Sets modulation rate, with a Hi/Lo Speed switch2 |
| Shape | Selects Asymmetric, Sine or Triangle waveforms, with a knob to tilt the waveform lopsidedly left or right2 |
| Offset | Offsets one delay from the other by a chosen amount either side of the main Manual setting2 |
| Phase, Stereo | Switches for phase and stereo configuration2 |
Internal switches select power up mode, input mode and bypass mode, and Guitar Pedal X counts no fewer than 9 internal trim-pots inside the enclosure25. Switching is silent and optical, using TheGigRig's OptoKick footswitch1.
Power and connections
The Redwing takes 9 to 24V DC at 365mA, feeding an internal isolated switch mode power supply that produces ±15V rails with no ground loops, per the maker1. Earlier press listings gave the draw as 350mA5; the maker's current figure is 365mA1. That draw rules out a battery and means a decent isolated supply is the practical powering choice.
Rear-panel connections include a Control input for an expression pedal with direct control over modulation speed, and a Hold Remote port for maximum regen or feedback1.
The Redwing draws 365mA at 9 to 24V DC25. It needs a powered pedalboard supply, not a battery, and its draw is high enough that a small daisy chain may be marginal.
Made with That Pedal Show
Hamstead describes its products as skilfully hand built and designed to survive the rigours of the road6. The Redwing is made in the UK2.
What reviewers said
Guitar World's review, which quotes designer Daniel Steinhardt's explanations of the circuit, concluded24:
"This is a very well-thought-out pedal that is sonically excellent."
The review awarded 4.5 stars and found the pedal capable of BBD-created effects with control of all parameters, in mono or full stereo2. Its sound descriptions include "really good static flanging with no obvious sweep", chorus, vibrato, ring modulation and some decent rotary speaker simulation2.
On That Pedal Show, where Dan and Brian use the Redwing on their boards, Dan's verdict on the flanger sounds was blunt3:
"Not a flanger person… I am now!"
That Pedal Show, February 20263
Videos
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Questions
Is the Hamstead Redwing true bypass?
It offers selectable true or buffered bypass, so you can choose either mode, with internal switches also selecting power up mode and input mode. Switching itself is silent optical switching using TheGigRig's OptoKick footswitch, which Hamstead fits for reliability.
Can the Redwing do through-zero flanging?
Yes. Its second BBD delay line can be offset from the first, which the maker describes as enabling through-zero modulation or enhanced stereo dimension. Guitar World's reviewer found it produces really good static flanging with no obvious sweep, alongside chorus, vibrato, ring modulation and rotary speaker sounds.
How much does the Hamstead Redwing cost in the US?
Hamstead lists the Redwing at £357.50 excluding VAT for the USA and worldwide, and £429 including 20% VAT in the UK. Press sources give differing dollar figures: Guitar Pedal X reported $559 in January 2025, while its 2024 awards and a later Guitar.com review both list $599.
When does the Hamstead Redwing ship?
The current run is available for preorder with shipping expected early 2027. The first batch launched in November 2024 and sold through quickly; Hamstead made around 100 more units in early 2026 before founder Peter Hamstead took indefinite leave.
Does the Redwing take an expression pedal?
Yes. It has a Control input for an expression pedal with direct control over modulation speed. There is also a Hold Remote port for maximum regen or feedback, letting you kick in full feedback with an external switch.
Sources (6)
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- What Dan & Brian Learned About The Hamstead Redwing Analogue Stereo Modulator Best Mod Pedal Ever?, That Pedal Show, 2026-02-20
- Guitar World's 30 favorite guitar pedals from the past 5 years, Guitar World, 2025-06-02
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