The To The Stars Adventure Box is a two-in-one compressor and delay pedal built for pop-punk players. It was conceived by Tom DeLonge and his long-time recording engineer Aaron Rubin, and brought to life by the pedal maker Utility Belt FX. Guitar World reported the collaboration when pre-orders opened in October 2025, with the pedal priced at $499 and limited to just 250 units1.
The Adventure Box is a limited edition of 250 units, so availability depends on remaining stock once pre-orders fill1.
The compressor side
The compressor is based on what Guitar World calls a "classic, squishy two-knob circuit," but it is specifically voiced for humbucker guitars1. A Blend dial has been added to preserve the transients and tone of the unaffected signal, letting players keep their clean attack underneath the compressed sound1.
The delay side
The delay is an analog-voiced digital delay that, per Guitar World, strives for clarity and warmth1. Rolling back the Feedback dial results in a classic doubling effect, while cranking it unleashes what the publication calls "interstellar guitar solos"1.
Controls
| Control | Side | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| Level | Compressor | Part of sculpting the compression1 |
| Comp | Compressor | Part of sculpting the compression1 |
| Blend | Compressor | Preserves the transients and tone of the unaffected signal1 |
| Mix | Delay | Shapes the character of the analog delay1 |
| Delay | Delay | Shapes the character of the analog delay1 |
| Feedback | Delay | From classic doubling at low settings to self-perpetuating repeats when cranked1 |
| Order Switch | Mini-switch, top of the pedal's face | Reverses the signal flow for non-traditional and unique tones1 |
Running both effects
Each effect has a dedicated footswitch, and both effects can be operated independently and simultaneously1. The Order Switch, a mini-switch at the top of the pedal's face, lets players reverse the signal flow between the two, so the compressor can come before or after the delay depending on the sound being chased1.
The in/outs are top-mounted with the 9V plug sitting in between, a layout aimed at keeping cables tidy on a pedalboard1.
Guitar World quotes the pitch behind the pedal as putting "the tones you've been listening to for 20 years right at your feet"1.
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Questions
Who makes the To The Stars Adventure Box?
The pedal was conceived by Tom DeLonge and his long-time recording engineer Aaron Rubin, and it is crafted by Utility Belt FX. Guitar World reported the collaboration when pre-orders opened in October 2025.
How many To The Stars Adventure Boxes were made?
The pedal is a limited edition of just 250 units, according to Guitar World's report at the time pre-orders opened.
Can the compressor and delay run at the same time?
Yes. Each effect has its own dedicated footswitch, and both effects can be operated independently and simultaneously. A mini Order Switch at the top of the pedal's face lets players reverse the signal flow between the two for non-traditional and unique tones.
Is the delay in the Adventure Box analog or digital?
It is an analog-voiced digital delay. Guitar World describes it as striving for clarity and warmth, with Mix, Delay, and Feedback controls dictating the character of the analog-style delay.
What does the Order Switch do?
The Order Switch is a mini-switch at the top of the pedal's face that reverses the signal flow between the compressor and the delay, so the delay can feed the compressor or the other way around, for non-traditional and unique tones.
How much does the To The Stars Adventure Box cost?
The pedal carries a price tag of $499, as reported by Guitar World when pre-orders opened in October 2025.
Sources (1)
- Tom DeLonge launches To the Stars Adventure Box pedal, Guitar World, 2025-10-31