Wampler Tape Echo V2
For those of you who loved version one of this pedal, you will go crazy for V2. For those of you who were disappointed with version one, you will be more pleased with this one. This is definitely an improvement. The same classic tape delay sound is fitted with a more precise set of rhythmic controls. This addition amps up this pedal’s functionality considerably.
External Control: None
Cost: $$
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Interface: 4/5
Like its predecessor, this pedal has an easy and intuitive layout. The high quality of its interface is further improved by the addition of the tap tempo subdivisions.
Versatility: 3/5
The only difference between this pedal and its older brother is the addition of the tap tempo options. This does serve to enhance its versatility just a bit.
Tonal Reproduction: 2.5/5
The tone reproduction is fairly good and can be slightly manipulated. The tape reel effects sound nice, but this pedal is not nearly as capable of pristine tone reproduction as other pedals.
Complexity: Medium
Live application: 3/5
This pedal is a great live solution for someone looking for a simple, easily manipulable delay pedal. It allows you to attain greater rhythmic specificity and range with the tap subdivisions. The tape wobble feature works quite well, if that is the sound you are after. Its only setbacks are its lack of presets and lack of other delay types.
Product Information
Based on the hugely popular best seller of the previous models, the v2 offers the same purity of signal path, the same depth of tone on the repeats and most importantly, the addition of sub divisions on the tap tempo. With this, you can now have your delays come at ¼, 1/8, dotted 1/8 and triplet based on your tap tempo. With our hybrid design (completely pure analog dry path with the digital delay layered on top) approach, you get the best of both worlds. You get the note clarity, much lower noise, and longer delay times from digital delays... You also get the lovely warmth and little exquisite touches that are usually reserved for analog delays. Nearly every part of the pedal, all of its major functions, are analog. The “delay line” is the only digital part of the signal path. It alone being digital brings clarity and focus to the task in a way that analog delay line chips can’t really match. But everything else, all the absolutely vital filtering to carefully finish the sound is pure analog. Every aspect of the modulation that gives the Faux Tape Echo pedal a unique function and tone and makes it desirable for people who want their delay tone to sound as good as tape delay units but without all the maintenance, supplies, and hassle. Your all-important fundamental dry tone is 100% analog, too. So when we say it’s the best of both worlds, we absolutely mean it. From country slap-back to ambient washes to straight-ahead rock and metal delay, the hybrid approach lets Brian make one pedal that can do it all. The Faux Tape Echo takes everything great about the original, and adds to it that much-requested tap tempo with sub-division functionality that users have been asking for, as well as our well known emulation of the elusive and beautiful character that people look for in classic tape echo units.
Built in the U.S.A.
High grade components picked for their superior sound and response
Relay true bypass with soft switches
Battery connection and 9v power jack (barrel plug like Boss)
Please note: Battery not provided.
Mains power recommended.
Power draw: 40mA Sub divisions available on Tap Tempo. Quarter, eigth, dotted eight and Triplets.
About 800ms of delay time available (very slight echo deterioration is apparent after about 600m/s)
3.5” x 4.5” x 1.5″ (88.9mm x 114.3mm x 38.1mm) – height excludes knobs and switches
Product info from the Wampler website.