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.
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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TC Electronic is a Danish company renowned for its high-quality guitar effects pedals, bass amplifiers, and audio processing equipment. Established in 1976, the brand quickly became popular for its reliable and innovative products, especially the Stereo Chorus/Flanger pedal. One of their standout features is TonePrint technology, which allows musicians to customise and load unique effect presets into compatible pedals via a smartphone app. This innovation offers great flexibility and creative control for guitarists and bassists alike. TC Electronic’s gear is widely respected for its durability, excellent sound quality, and user-friendly design, making it a favourite among both amateur and professional musicians around the world.
£73.00
Responsive pedal faithfully reproduces every saturated nuance of a tape echo machine Three-knob interface allows intuitive control of delay time, sustain and volume Mod switch lets you convert your signal to warm tape echo sounds True bypass for ultimate signal integrity Runs on nine V battery or PSU-SB DC power supply (not included)
£67.95
Simulates Tube Tape Echo sound Up to 600ms delay time Wow Flutter controls for modulation Uses 9V DC Negative Center
£285.00
Authentically recreates the sound and behavior of the legendary Roland RE-201 Space Echo. Classic multi-head tape echo sound with expanded delay time. Original three-head configuration plus additional tape head for 12 unique echo combinations. Independent stereo reverb section with original spring reverb type plus hall, plate, room, and ambience. S…
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Authentic tape echo machine simulation Independent spring reverb effect MIDI in and out External expression pedal input USB port for PC editor and firmware upgrades
£39.99
⭕The product has a super buffer circuit, which can effectively protect the components from damage caused by overcurrent, which greatly improves the life of the product.The original dry signal will become stereophonic and rich. ⭕This Tape Delay effect pedal has a grainy delay effect. At the same time, it can be combined with the Filter modulation sh…
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