Eventide Space vs Strymon BigSky
The Eventide Space wins for experimental reverb types — Blackhole, Shimmer and Resonator cover territory BigSky cannot. The BigSky wins for studio-quality conventional reverb algorithms and a more straightforward hardware editing experience.
Eventide Space
Eventide's flagship reverb pedal — 12 algorithms including Blackhole (massive infinite reverb), shimmer, spring, plate, hall, and resonator types. Built on Eventide's DSP heritage from studio rack units used on classic recordings.
Ambient, post-rock, and experimental players who need the Blackhole algorithm and Eventide's unique algorithmic character — particularly studio and recording-focused players
Strymon BigSky
The flagship studio-quality reverb pedal — 12 reverb machines including Room, Hall, Plate, Spring, Shimmer, Cloud, Chorale, Bloom, and more. The reference premium reverb for professional guitarists worldwide.
Players for whom reverb is central to their sound — ambient, shoegaze, post-rock, and professional session players who need the finest reverb available
Tone Character
Eventide Space
- ✓ 12 algorithms including the unique Blackhole infinite reverb
- ✓ Eventide studio DSP heritage in pedal form
- ✓ Full MIDI control
- ✓ Ribbon controller for parameter sweeps
- ✓ Stereo in/out with premium conversion
- ✗ Requires H9 Control app for deep editing
- ✗ More complex than BigSky for live use without app
- ✗ Discontinued (H9 replaced it) — used market only
- ✗ Expensive
Strymon BigSky
- ✓ 12 reverb machines with exceptional quality
- ✓ 300 presets with MIDI
- ✓ Exceptional stereo operation
- ✓ The industry reference for premium reverb
- ✓ BigSky hardware controls are comprehensive
- ✗ Expensive at £449
- ✗ Large pedal format
- ✗ Some algorithms require deep editing for best results
When To Choose Each
Ambient, experimental and sound design players who want unique reverb types beyond plate, room and hall.
Studio and live players who want the finest conventional reverb algorithms with deep but accessible editing.
Final Verdict — Eventide Space vs Strymon BigSky
Best for beginners
Strymon BigSky
Strymon BigSky scores higher on versatility (95/100) and lower on gain (0/100) — a more forgiving starting point than Eventide Space.
Best for metal tones
Strymon BigSky
Strymon BigSky leads on gain (0/100) and bass response (60/100) — the two tonal pillars of metal playing.
Best value
Strymon BigSky
At £449 vs £499, Strymon BigSky delivers 10% cost savings. The tonal trade-off is minor.
Specification Summary
| Eventide Space | Strymon BigSky | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £499 | £449 |
| Category | Reverb | Reverb |
| Gain | 0/100 | 0/100 |
| Warmth | 62/100 | 65/100 |
| Treble | 60/100 | 62/100 |
| Bass | 58/100 | 60/100 |
| Versatility | 90/100 | 95/100 |
| Best for | Ambient, post-rock, and experimental players who need the Blackhole algorithm and Eventide's unique algorithmic character | Players for whom reverb is central to their sound |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Eventide Space — 12 algorithms including unique shimmer, blackhole and resonator types not found in BigSky.
BigSky — its deep editing is accessible from the hardware. Space benefits from the H9 Control app.
Yes — full MIDI control of all parameters. BigSky is also MIDI capable.
Eventide Space — its Blackhole algorithm is unmatched for swelling, atmospheric sound design.