Jim Dunlop M169 Mxr Carbon Copy Analog Delay Review

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(More customer reviews)I had the privilege of using an original Echoplex delay box that was lent to me years ago.After returning the Echoplex, I've relied on an inexpensive digital delay pedal that recently began to bomb out on me.After reading a lot of info and positive reviews on the MXR Carbon Copy Delay pedal, I decided to take the plunge and purchase it online at Amazon.I must say that I was pleasantly surprised.

The pedal is nice and compact...no bigger than a phase 90.Sound-wise it's not quite an echoplex...but does have warm tonal characteristics that remind me of the old school delay sounds.The modulation button is a nice touch and does sound similar to the tape warble heard on the echoplex.It basically varies the speed of the echo...creating a chorus effect when heard along with your original signal.This is a very subtle chorus sound...but that's how I remember (and like) it.The pedal will also self oscillate when the repeats are pushed to the max for some crazy sounds...just take care not to blow up your speakers.I did notice some very minor noise on the longer echos when playing clean bright tones, however, I've read that this is not an uncommon thing with analog pedals.

My only gripe with pedals like these are the internal controls.Personally, I think the whole trimpot concept is barbaric anymore.It just doesn't make sense to make the user disassemble an entire pedal to access additional controls.I doubt it would take much for Dunlop to drill an additional 2 holes into the housing to accommodate these features.Also, take care when disassembling these things.The jack threads are made of plastic...which can cross thread very easy if the metal nut fastener is tightened too much or incorrectly.

Overall a really nice pedal.I was initially concerned that the 600ms delay wouldn't be long enough...but as it turns out...it's actually a little more than I need.Sounds cool, looks cool, and not too pricey.I think most musicians will find this a valuable addition to their setup.

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Product Description:
The MXR Carbon Copy Analog Delay Pedal features a completely analog audio path for the ultimate in rich, warm delay--made possible only by old-school bucket brigade technology. This design boasts an amazing 600ms of delay time with optional modulation via a top-mounted switch and a simple, three-knob layout that controls Delay time, Mix (dry/wet blend), and Regen (delay repeats)--all in a pedal no bigger than a Phase 90. In addition, the M169 pedal has two internal trim pots that offer user-adjustable width and rate control of the modulation for even more tonal options. The Carbon Copy effect pedal will take you from crisp "bathroom" slap echoes to epic, Gilmour-esque delays with a twist of a knob. True hardwire bypass, single 9-volt operation, and stage-ready blue LEDs round out the package.

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