In this video DM Kahn shows how he get amazing tape echo and delays using the Strymon El Capistan dTape Echo guitar pedal. The El Capistan splits a mono signal into a stereo signal and works great on auxiliary FX sends. The El Cap is capable of getting a multitude of sounds – from pristine infinite delays to growling distorted and modulated sounds. Hope you enjoy!
Demystifying the Magic of Tape echo
An article from the Roland website, good wee read. Here for the article.
How to turn a cassette recorder into a tape echo
Inspirational and a cheap alternative.
Tape Echo EF-X2 by Echo Fix
Looks a interesting new member to the tape delay family.
Taken from site.
Three core functions – tape echo, reverb, and preamp.
Independent inputs (and level controls) for Instrument-level and Line-level applications, plus balanced input and output at rear
Three echo playback heads, and a Sound On Sound Head giving 11 Head combination Settings in total
Adjust the echo’s Time and Feedback with Control Voltages (CV 0-5 volts) and compatible Expression Pedals
Bass and Treble control of the echo signal
Motor ON/Switch for tape slow down effect – or to conserve tape when only using the EF-X2’s reverb or preamp
State of the art DSP Reverb with independent controls.
Mute the reverb or echo signal with a dual foot switch pedal
Comes with a worldwide-compatible, 100 – 240v power supply (no step-down or other transformers required)
Built tough to last, by someone who’s repaired and upgraded more tape echo units than you can possibly imagine!
3 Years Warranty with peace of mind that this is made by a company that has been operating for over 10 years specialising in tape echo repair and spare parts.
Designed by Shane Fritsch & Doug Ford
