Gearank High Notes
- 2022.09: Highest Rated Reverb Pedal
- 2021.03: Equal Highest Rated Reverb Pedal
Tied With:Strymon blueSky Reverberator - 2020.06: Equal Highest Rated Reverb Pedal
Tied With:Strymon blueSky Reverberator - 2018.10: Equal Highest Rated Reverb Pedal
Tied With:Strymon blueSky Reverberator - 2016.10: Equal Highest Rated Reverb Pedal
Tied With:Boss RV-6
Gearank Recommended
The BigSky appeared on the very first edition of our recommended list for Reverb Pedals in October 2016 and its high ratings have kept it on that list for every subsequent edition.
In fact, no other reverb pedal has out-ranked the BigSky at any time since we first published ratings for this category in 2016.
Cons
- Steeper learning curve
- Bulky and heavy
Pros
- Huge and spacious reverbs
- 12 reverb types
- Deep control with preset management
- Allows for more experimental and creative use of reverb
The California-based boutique pedal builder Strymon is known for top-quality effects. And the BigSky Multidimensional Reverb is one of their most sought-after products. The high ratings that BigSky receives further establish Strymon’s dominance. From recording artists to church musicians, there is so much hype surrounding the brand. With 12 reverb types to choose from, you have a wealth of virtual space options for your guitar signal. And it gives you expanded control options for deep customization. It does all this while keeping sound quality high, much like having a premium studio rack reverb, but in pedal format. All the reverb types sound impressive to my ears. But my favorites are the Hall, Cloud, Shimmer, and Chorale. They add impressive space while maintaining a clear sound.
| Website | Source | *Rating Value |
| Sound On Sound | Ingmar Kiang | 98/100 |
| MusicRadar | Michael Brown | 90/100 |