Delay is a time-based guitar effect that produces echoes or repetitions of the original signal after a certain amount of time has passed. It works by recording the incoming audio signal and then playing it back with a slight delay, creating the perception of multiple instances of the sound occurring over time. Delay pedals typically offer controls for adjusting parameters such as delay time, feedback (the number of repeats), and level (the volume of the delayed signal). By manipulating these controls, guitarists can create a wide range of delay effects, from subtle ambiance to rhythmic patterns and spacious soundscapes. Delay is commonly used in various music genres, including rock, pop, ambient, and electronic music, to add depth, dimension, and texture to guitar solos, rhythm parts, and atmospheric passages. Popular delay pedal models include the TC Electronic Flashback, Boss DD-7 Digital Delay, and Strymon Timeline.
Guitar FX (effects) refer to the wide range of pedals and processors that shape and manipulate a guitar’s signal to create different sounds. From classic distortion and overdrive to reverb, delay, modulation, and pitch-shifting, effects are at the heart of a guitarist’s creative toolkit. Whether analogue or digital, stompbox or multi-effects unit, Guitar FX allow players to express mood, texture, and dynamics in unique ways. Used thoughtfully, they can transform a simple riff into something atmospheric, aggressive, or entirely otherworldly.
A pedal is a compact device that guitarists use to alter their instrument’s sound by shaping effects such as distortion, delay, reverb, and modulation. Typically housed in a rugged enclosure and controlled by footswitches, pedals are designed to be placed on the floor for hands-free operation during playing. They can be analogue or digital, true bypass or buffered, and come in countless varieties to suit different styles and preferences. Pedals are essential tools for creating signature tones and adding colour and texture to a guitarist’s sound.
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Strymon is highly regarded in the guitar effects industry for creating premium-quality pedals known for their exceptional sound quality, versatility, and innovative features. Founded by a team of engineers and musicians, Strymon pedals combine advanced digital processing with analogue circuitry to achieve pristine audio quality and rich, responsive tones. Their product range includes delay, reverb, modulation, and multi-effects pedals, designed to meet the demands of both studio professionals and touring musicians.
Some of the most popular Strymon pedals include the Timeline Delay, BigSky Reverb, and Mobius Modulation. The Timeline is celebrated for its studio-grade delay effects and extensive control options, allowing for precise customization of delay sounds ranging from classic analogue to modern digital delays. The BigSky Reverb is known for its lush, expansive reverbs that replicate natural acoustic spaces with remarkable realism and depth. The Mobius Modulation offers a wide array of modulation effects, including choruses, flangers, phasers, and more, all meticulously crafted to deliver dynamic and expressive modulation tones.
Strymon pedals are favoured for their robust build quality, intuitive interfaces, and ability to create inspiring sounds that enhance the musical experience. Their dedication to innovation and audio excellence has solidified their reputation as a leader in the guitar effects pedal industry.
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Tape Echo Pedal with Fixed/Multi/Single Heads Spring Reverb Control Tap Tempo 3 Modes
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Classic sound of the most sought-after rotatary speaker system Control of rotor speed, horn level, acceleration time, microphone distance, tube drive, saturation and volume level Accurate reproduction of LF bass rotor, rotating treble horn, tube-driven amplifier, mic placement, and all the complex sonic interactions between these element Rotary Bra…
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Two simultaneous delays + unique digital rack delay voicings (20ms-1.6s range/40ms-3.2s w Half Note Delay/1 Subdivision) Five dual delay adjustment and tone shaping knobs: Time, Time 2, Mix, Mix 2, Repeats One modern and two classic digital delay voicings: 24/96, adm, 12 bit 5 subdvns: Triplet, Eighth, Golden Ratio, Dotted Eighth, Dotted Quarter an…
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[7 Delay Modes] 7 delay effects including digital, analog, tape, mod, sweep, lofi and reverse. [3 Knobs] MIX is used to control the dry/effect signal ratio. TIME is used to control the delay time from 20ms ~ 838ms. F.BACK is used to control the feedback amount. [Digital Delay Pedal] Digital circuit design, true bypass provides transparent tone. [Du…
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[3×3 Modes for Versatile Effects]: >> 3 delay modes (Echo, Digital, Vintage) and 3 reverb modes (Hall, Room, Plate) provide 9 unique effect combinations. The DSP restores 6 classic dual-time-domain spatial effects for precise sound control [User-Defined Storable Presets]: >> 1 free-adjustable non-storage dial and 2 preset storage dials allow you to…
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