DLS RotoSIM review

Straightforward, swirly rotary effects

  • £239
  • €299
  • $299
By Trevor Curwen
( Guitarist )
published
A second footswitch toggles between slow and fast speeds that are set with a knob each

MusicRadar Verdict

Classy sound coupled with an easy interface.

Pros

  • +

    Loads of adjustment options. Lovely tones. Boutique build.

Cons

  • -

    There's a boutique price, to match.

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The DLS RotoSIM features a charmingly uncluttered user interface, sporting easy-to-understand controls.

"There's plenty more variation to be had if you fancy a tinker around inside the chassis"

A bypass switch turns the effect on, while a second footswitch toggles between slow and fast speeds that are set with a knob each.

A ramp knob sets how quickly the speed changes. Separate knobs adjust the top and bass rotor levels, and an authentically- voiced overdrive - with the level controlled by a single knob - can be brought in with a mini-toggle switch.

There's also plenty more variation to be had if you fancy a tinker around inside the chassis, with no less than seven more adjustments available.

All in all, cool sound and smooth operation from a great US boutique pedal.

Trevor Curwen

Trevor Curwen has played guitar for several decades – he's also mimed it on the UK's Top of the Pops. Much of his working life, though, has been spent behind the mixing desk, during which time he has built up a solid collection of the guitars, amps and pedals needed to cover just about any studio session. He writes pedal reviews for Guitarist and has contributed to Total Guitar, MusicRadar and Future Music among others.