Looper X Review: How Ed Sheeran’s New Loop Pedal Powers Solo Shows

Looper X Review: Ed Sheeran’s Latest Loop Pedal

When the Grammy‑winning singer‑songwriter unveiled his Looper X, the music tech world took note. The unit promises to capture riffs on the fly and layer them into a seamless loop, enabling a single performer to sound like a full band. Designed for the stage and the studio, the pedal packs a 16‑track memory, a footswitch‑friendly interface, and a ↑ $399 price tag that places it above most boutique loopers.

Performance and quirks

Latency is negligible, but the display can be hard to read under bright lights. Some users report the sync function stalls when multiple loops exceed ↓ 12 seconds, a limitation that may frustrate live improvisers. Nonetheless, the sound quality remains pristine, with analog‑grade warmth that digital units often lack.

“It feels like I’ve hired a backing band without paying anyone,” said a touring guitarist in a Reuters interview.

For bedroom producers, the Looper X integrates with popular DAWs via USB, opening pathways to hybrid workflows. The pedal’s battery lasts up to eight hours, sufficient for most gigs, though a quick‑swap power module would be welcome.

Overall, the Looper X delivers on its promise: a compact, powerful tool that lets solo artists craft a one‑person tour. Its quirks are manageable, and its price, while steep, reflects the premium hardware and software synergy.