Shadow SHADOW STOMPIN'

A stompbox designed for modern acoustic ensembles

This stompbox is one of those "small tools" that change everything on stage: a simple foot tap, and your guitar takes on a more orchestral dimension. The Shadow Stompin'Bass fully embraces this tradition with a very musical approach: instead of an artificial effect, you get an organic percussion, very close to a bass drum played by foot.

Designed as a full-fledged instrument, it combines a selected wooden enclosure and integrated amplification to transform your foot tapping into a true rhythmic foundation. The result: you keep the spontaneity of acoustic playing while gaining impact and presence in the mix.

Who is the Shadow Stompin'Bass for, and in which styles does it make a difference?

The Stompin'Bass is aimed at guitarists and artists who want to add rhythm to their playing without weighing down their setup: singer-guitarists, acoustic duos, folk, blues, country, unplugged pop, acoustic rock, and even worship or indie.

It is also very useful in rehearsal or composition: when working on fingerstyle patterns, back-and-forth riffs, or palm-muted grooves, adding a regular "boom" helps lock the tempo and immediately gives a song intention.

Live, it shines especially in contexts where you want to fill the space without triggering playback: small venues, coffee concerts, street performances, acoustic stages, or minimalist sets with a looper.

Design, playing comfort, and integration into your setup

The rosewood enclosure provides both sturdiness and character, while the beveled top improves ergonomics: your foot naturally finds a comfortable angle, which helps you play longer with a consistent attack. For stability, the Stompin'Bass features a non-slip sole, ideal when playing on stage, on smooth floors, or outdoors.

Shadow adds a hard rubber extension designed to reduce fatigue during long performances. Attached with an industrial Velcro-type system, it can be easily removed depending on your posture (sitting, standing) and the height of your foot relative to the floor.

On the signal side, the instrument is equipped with a NanoMAG microphone and active electronics: you get an immediately usable output with stable behavior in concert. The 6.35mm Jack output allows connection to an acoustic amp, guitar amp, mixing console, or even a pedal chain (EQ, compressor, reverb, octave, etc.) to sculpt the percussion.

Sound

The Shadow Stompin'Bass delivers a deep, round, and warm percussion, evoking a floor tom or a bass drum depending on your attack. The feel is very "instrumental": the softer you play, the more the sound remains muffled and discreet; the harder you emphasize, the more pronounced the impact becomes, with a real sense of pulse under your foot.

Its character naturally depends on your playing: dynamics, type of footwear, and tapping precision influence the result. To perfectly integrate it into a mix, simple EQ (to control low-mids) and light compression can help achieve a more consistent kick, especially if you alternate between delicate playing and more energetic passages.

Technical specifications

Electroacoustic	Yes	Color	Natural
Instrument size	Small	Finishing	Natural
Type	German	Weight	0.93 kg
Material	rosewood	Dimensions (mm)	140 x 135

Category	other	Power supply	9V battery
6.35mm Jack output	compatible with most systems