Echo, also known as delay, is a guitar effect that produces discrete repetitions of the original signal after a certain period of time. These repetitions are called echoes and are heard as distinct, spaced-out repetitions of the original sound. Echo pedals typically offer controls for adjusting parameters such as delay time (the length of time between the original sound and each echo), feedback (the number of repetitions), and level (the volume of the echoes relative to the original signal).
Echo effects can range from subtle repeats that add depth and dimension to a guitar tone to more pronounced echoes that create rhythmic patterns and textures. They are commonly used in various musical genres, including rock, blues, ambient, and electronic music, to add atmosphere, depth, and complexity to guitar solos, riffs, and rhythm parts.
Echo pedals are versatile tools that allow guitarists to create a wide range of echo effects, from classic tape echo simulations to modern digital delays with advanced features like tap tempo and stereo output. Popular echo pedal models include the TC Electronic Flashback Delay, Boss DD-7 Digital Delay, and Strymon El Capistan.
Electric guitars use magnetic pickups to convert string vibrations into an electrical signal, which is then amplified. Unlike acoustic guitars, they rely on amplification for volume and tone shaping, making them highly versatile in genres like rock, blues, jazz, and metal. Electric guitars come in many body styles—solid, semi-hollow, and hollow—and feature different pickup configurations, neck types, and hardware. From smooth clean tones to aggressive distortion, they offer a wide sonic range, making them the backbone of modern guitar music.
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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.
£274.25
Authentic tape echo emulation with tube-style preamps, stereo I/O, tap tempo, MIDI, expression input, and USB-C in a compact stompbox.
