Tape Echo
The NUX Tape Echo is a digital tape echo pedal inspired by the classic Japanese Space Echo from 1974. It features Core-Image technology for natural tape echo sounds, up to 1600ms of stereo delay with tap tempo, and 7 tape head combinations. It also includes a spring reverb, phrase looper, and MIDI capabilities. Guitarists will find it easy to use with its intuitive screen and comprehensive controls, offering a versatile range of echo effects suitable for various musical styles. The pedal offers features like bass and treble controls, making it a great alternative to more expensive options such as the Boss Space Echo.
What NUX say about the Tape Echo
NUX TAPE ECHO is a tribute to the Japanese-made Space Echo from 1974. Analogue tape echo devices record incoming audio to a loop of magnetic tape, then replays the continuous loop over the playback head before it is erased again by new incoming audio. The Space Echo units used the standard 1/4″ tape designed to spool onto tape-reels, however, this device used no reels of any kind; the tape is transported via a capstan drive. The tape loop is contained in a loose, constantly moving jumble in the tape chamber (also known as the tape tank) under a plastic panel which protects the tape and keeps it from getting tangled. The design resulted in lower levels of noise, wow, and flutter, and cut down on tape wear. NUX TAPE ECHO uses Core-Image technology to capture these characteristics including BASS, TREBLE, REPEAT RATE (TIME), INTENSITY (REPEAT), ECHO VOLUME (LEVEL), REVERB VOLUME (REVERB), and physical features like WOW, FLUTTER, SATURATION. Even self-regenerate, self-oscillation using a dual foot switch stomp-box enclosure !
What guitarists say...
Reviewers praise the NUX Tape Echo for its ease of use, impressive sound quality, and versatility. Guitarists appreciate the smooth blending of the effect and the wide range of sounds available. Many users found the looper and reverb useful, and the MIDI capabilities add to the pedal's functionality. Some reviewers noted the absence of a power supply and the limitations of the reverb, but overall, the pedal is highly recommended for its performance and value.
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