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.
Guitar pedals are essential tools for shaping your sound, offering everything from subtle tone enhancements to wild, expressive sonic textures. Whether you’re after the grit of overdrive, the shimmer of chorus, the depth of reverb, or the psychedelic swirl of delay and modulation, pedals allow players to personalise their tone and push creative boundaries. Each stomp box adds its own flavour, and when combined, they become a powerful extension of the player’s voice. From vintage classics to cutting-edge innovations, guitar pedals are where the magic happens—turning a great tone into something unforgettable.
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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)