A loop pedal, or looper pedal, is an electronic device that creates instant recordings of a musical performance and plays those recordings back in real-time. This gives the musician an opportunity to create a soundscape of ideas or parts based on their own performances in the room.
Loop pedals or stomp boxes sit on the floor, and players activate them with their feet.
Some of today’s compact looping pedals are no bigger than any other guitar effects pedal, while providing many minutes of recording time and nearly unlimited overdubs.
I have tried many looping pedals ranging in price from $450 to $1200.
Some I have been very disappointed with until I discovered the Donner Circle Looping Pedal.