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Hi guys.

So, as the title says, this is me asking for your input into delay pedals. In short, I'm in need of a delay (I'll get to a reverb later). My criteria is something that can allow me to have dotted 16's, quarter notes, 8ths, etc and a tap tempo (vital!!), and preferably a 9v and easy to use.

I currently use the ZOOM 707II multi-effects unit, but it's old and starting to fail when I change bank or touch the volume pedal. So I am thinking to use it's reverb until I can replace it, but the delay effect is something I like and want to use more often with versatility.

I really like the TC Electronic triple flashback because it can run 3 delay effects simultaneously, or separately, but they are expensive and I'm not sure. And the Boss DD-7 has the tap input, so it could work, but I don't know...

So, hit me with your suggestions, please? Obviously I would go and spend some time in a music store to test these guys out, but I need to know what to ask for and why.

PS. Pron if you have would be nice, as well. ?
    Hello Pirate!

    Neunaber's Mono Echo pedal makes me drool. You can see a demo of it here:

    For something different, also see Digitech's Obscura delay pedal:
      I used to use a pedal board with different pedals but found it cumbersome to dial in between different song tones.
      Purchased a second hand Digitech RP360XP multi effects with substantive tone and pedal library. I set up my preferences and use the stomp function to trigger or bypass individual stomp effects.

      Probably not the best solution for your needs but it does have nice delays including a tape delay which are all tempo tappable. Very convenient.

      In addition a built in expression/volume pedal. Lekker!

        This kind of feedback is what I hoped for. Thanks guys!!
        daveo1977 wrote: Hello Pirate!

        Neunaber's Mono Echo pedal makes me drool. You can see a demo of it here:

        For something different, also see Digitech's Obscura delay pedal:
        That mono Echo looks awesome, certainly drool worthy I'd say. Can't find any local availability, though. The Obscura - I like what I see, but this is purely on aesthetics. Can't look at the vids right now, but will check it out.
        Stoffeltoo wrote: I used to use a pedal board with different pedals but found it cumbersome to dial in between different song tones.
        Purchased a second hand Digitech RP360XP multi effects with substantive tone and pedal library. I set up my preferences and use the stomp function to trigger or bypass individual stomp effects.

        Probably not the best solution for your needs but it does have nice delays including a tape delay which are all tempo tappable. Very convenient.

        In addition a built in expression/volume pedal. Lekker!

        This is why I like the flashback triple, the fact that you can get 3 different effects/tones at the same time. My idea is to have presets which I can just activate during the set (like having 2 or 3 different single effect delay pedals all dialed in before the time), and if we lose the clicktrack (or when we play we can't always have click in our ears) I can maintain the delay speed etc. with the tap tempo.

        That RP360XP looks very similar (though somewhat upmarket) to my ZOOM 707II, which I've had since 2005. I am trying to shy away from a single unit, because of something does go wrong (like now when the ZOOM destroys my entire sound signal), I can just replace whichever unit isn't working, instead of having to replace a whole unit and rediscover "my tone". Does this make sense - it's confusing even to me..? ?

          Alternatives to a DD7 could be : Hardwire DL8 (great stomp pedal) or Line6 echopark

          Alternatives to a TC Flashback x4 could be : Line6 dl4, Zoom MS-50G or something in the Boss ME range (20/25/50/70)

          I'd think a 2nd hand Boss ME would work for me, though I've heard some of them do suffer from a touch of tone suck - even when bypassed. I had a GT6B that I only used for comp & delay - switched off all amp sims/modelling - which sounded fine to me. And, if it was in bypass mode, I couldn't hear real difference in tone.

            I have an EHX Stereo memory man delay with Hazarai I'm selling for a friend...



            And a boat load of other pedals too...
              Thanks guys.
              Norman86 wrote: I have an EHX Stereo memory man delay with Hazarai I'm selling for a friend...



              And a boat load of other pedals too...
              How does the EHX compare with some of the others mentioned above? Presaved/recall of patches? Looks like it does have tap tempo, which I like. It also looks good though.
              Meron Rigas wrote: Alternatives to a DD7 could be : Hardwire DL8 (great stomp pedal) or Line6 echopark

              Alternatives to a TC Flashback x4 could be : Line6 dl4, Zoom MS-50G or something in the Boss ME range (20/25/50/70)

              I'd think a 2nd hand Boss ME would work for me, though I've heard some of them do suffer from a touch of tone suck - even when bypassed. I had a GT6B that I only used for comp & delay - switched off all amp sims/modelling - which sounded fine to me. And, if it was in bypass mode, I couldn't hear real difference in tone.

              You seem like one of the more experienced/knowledgeable guys on the forum (on another one I'm on we would call them the Ol' Geezers or Ol' Timers, but that's probably because they are getting on in years, but also have been on said forum since I was born... or something)...

              The rhythm guitarist in the band is considering getting an ME-80 as his effects unit. Until I am sorted with all the stomp boxes I want, the plan is that my ZOOM will be reverb and Compressor, something I can activate at the beginning and then leave it be for most of the gig/rehearsal etc.

              The line 6 dl4 caught my eye, as did the BOSS DD-7 and the TC Electronix flashback delay and looper (because of the tap tempo function being available without an external pedal... but they don't seem to be able to do presets...
                The EHX has presets you can save / recall...
                I'm not sure how to do that, I'm only the middle man for my friend who left the country ?

                http://www.ehx.com/products/stereo-memory-man-with-hazarai

                This should give you all the info..
                It's a looper, it's a multi-tap delay, it's an echo with reverse...its got all the Hazarai.

                The Stereo Memory Man is a real time performance tour de force. As a Looper it has up to a full 30 seconds of loop time. World class echoes with modulation and reverse are just a few of the choices. The Stereo Memory Man with Hazarai is destined to be one of the most creative instruments you will ever own. Ethereal tone-scapes to full musical performances are only limited by your imagination. And it's all in stereo.
                  Norman86 wrote: The EHX has presets you can save / recall...
                  I'm not sure how to do that, I'm only the middle man for my friend who left the country ?

                  http://www.ehx.com/products/stereo-memory-man-with-hazarai

                  This should give you all the info..
                  It's a looper, it's a multi-tap delay, it's an echo with reverse...its got all the Hazarai.

                  The Stereo Memory Man is a real time performance tour de force. As a Looper it has up to a full 30 seconds of loop time. World class echoes with modulation and reverse are just a few of the choices. The Stereo Memory Man with Hazarai is destined to be one of the most creative instruments you will ever own. Ethereal tone-scapes to full musical performances are only limited by your imagination. And it's all in stereo.
                  Ok, it's on my list of pedals to test-drive. Thanks!
                    I'm in Kempton, you should pop round..
                      Norman86 wrote: I'm in Kempton, you should pop round..
                      Kempton Park, just around the corner. Mhmmm, Thursday night might work, my wife will be out of town (sounds so dodgy).
                        I'm teaching that time... but I'm sure we can make a plan.
                          I'm not in a rush. If Thursday won't work for you, we can schedule another time. Even if I decide to take the EHX, it would be some time before I get the cash together. ☹
                            I forgot there is also a TC Nova Repeater for sale ?
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