Electro-Harmonix Silencer Noise Gate Pedal

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The Silencer is a sophisticated noise gate that delivers up to -70dB of noise reduction and is perfect for taming noisy pedalboards and guitar pickups.

Overview

A sophisticated noise gate that can tame a single pedal or an entire effects loop! Electro-Harmonix The Silencer's three-control layout provides precise fine-tuning to fit your system, axe and playing style. Threshold adjusts how much level is required to open the noise gate and allow a signal to pass thru. Reduction regulated the degree to which the gated signal is reduced and is variable between -70dB and +4dB. Release controls how long the gate remains open after the signal drops below the Threshold. Release time is variable between 8ms and 4 seconds.

Check out the EHX Silencer Noise Gate in action:

I/O includes 1/4 inch Input, Output, Send and Return jacks. The footswitch selects whether The Silencer is engaged or in bypass mode; buffered bypass allows the effects loop to remain in your signal path when the gate is bypassed. A built-in AC jack accepts a standard power supply like the EHX 9.6DC unit (not included) and the pedal comes with a 9V battery.
Conquer noise with The Silencer!

Features:

- Three controls for precise fine-tuning to match your axe, rig and playing style
- Use it as an inline noise gate or to gate an entire effects loop
- Delivers up to -70dB of noise reduction
- Features 8ms to 4 seconds of release time
- Buffered bypass
- Compact design, rugged chassis
- Comes with a 9 volt battery and accepts a standard EHX 9.6DC/200 AC Adapter (not included)

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Specs

- Controls: Threshold, Reduction, Release
- Reduction Amount: -70dB to +4dB
- Release Time: 8ms to 4 seconds
- Inputs: 1/4" Input (2MOhm impedance), 1/4" Return (1MOhm impedance)
- Outputs: 1/4" Output (300Ohm impedance), 1/4" Send (300Ohm impedance)
- Power Requirements: 9VDC center negative or 9V battery
- Current Draw: 22mA
- Bypass Type: Buffered Bypass

Dimensions and Weight in Packaging

Base Item

Shipping Weight: 0.63 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 3 x 3 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): SILENCER

Documents and Manuals

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 718-937-7818
Web: https://www.ehx.com/support/

Manual

Reviews

(6 ratings)

Submitted January 7, 2023 by Isaac V in Montgomery, IL

"Exactly what I needed"

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A great noise pedal. Works for really high gain pedals/amps. Get it!

Sound
I ordered this pedal twice. The first time I cancelled because of a bunch of YouTubers saying that it’s a slow pedal and that it was bad. Then I ordered the Smart Gate, I was told that it’s perfect for death metal. I’m not sure if it was broken but it only worked without gain and who buys a noise gate for clean tones? I spoke with someone at zZounds who recommended the Silencer. Finally got my hands on one and it works perfectly and it’s about $40 cheaper than the horrible Smart Gate.

Features
I love the fact that it’s black, I’m planning on having nothing but black pedals on my second pedal board. The effects loop on it, is the thing that makes it the best noise gate I’ve ever owned. Also, the fact that it has three knobs is great so your settings will allow you to have more sustain or less if you’re trying to djent on your guitar.

Ease of Use
This pedal has three knobs but it’s very easy to use. The effects loop makes it seem like you’re using two noise gates. One right after your guitar and one after your noisy pedals.

Quality
I instantly fell in love with this pedal. It doesn’t feel cheap, it’s made out of meta. The brand logo looks beautiful and the design is great.

Value
I’d buy this pedal if it was more expensive but… read more please don’t make it more expensive because I want another one.

Manufacturer Support
It’s my first Electro-Harmonix pedal but after using this pedal, I can tell it won’t be my last.

The Wow Factor
The pedal is everything I wanted out of a noise gate. It’s exactly what I needed for my style.

Musical Background:
Music producer

Musical Style:
Heavy Metal, Trap, DEATH METAL and hip hop.

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