Pedal suggestions for 50s style slap-back delay

DrippyReverbTremolo

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Netherlands

Posted on Dec 22 2024 04:13 PM

I'd like to hear your pedal suggestions for a 50s style slap-back delay. Basically clueless about delay pedals.

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beatcomber

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Massachusetts, USA
United States

Posted on Dec 22 2024 07:28 PM

An MXR Carbon Copy is all-analog, affordable, and can do a convincing Sun-style slap-back.

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AgentClaret

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Posted on Dec 22 2024 07:30 PM

Any analog delay set real short oughta work!

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rockndawg

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Posted on Dec 23 2024 09:01 AM

I have a MXR Carbon Copy and a TC Electronic Flashback both work really well. But I also have a Nocturne Mystery Brian and even though its more costly I personally like it a WHOLE LOT BETTER. Mostly if you play any Rockabilly along with Surf music. I never play the other 2 any longer, Highly recommend it.

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revmike

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Posted on Dec 23 2024 09:15 AM

The Nocturne Brain is one of the best, hands down.

https://www.thenocturnebrain.com/

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Wellens_

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Brussels Area
Belgium

Posted on Dec 23 2024 10:19 AM

Great suggestions here, as there is the capistan... and many others.
But, over 20 years ago I bought a Danelectro DanEcho. And boy, it had this organic slap back.. I loved it do much...you should consider it or check it out.

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Fady

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Posted on Dec 23 2024 10:56 AM

You no longer have to chase the vintage market for DM-2's in decent shape at a reasonable price, granted this recommendation has tamed that wild market pricing a little bit, I think.

This is a GREAT analog delay option and wonderful for the era and single repeat slapback you are looking for (and a lot more). Boss DM-2W Waza Craft edition. Also, having been out for a good several years now, also attainable on the used market in great condition and price.

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edwardsand

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Posted on Dec 23 2024 01:35 PM

Anybody try EHX's reissued Slap-back pedal?

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rockndawg

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Posted on Dec 23 2024 02:30 PM

Besides the Nocturne Mystery Brain, I forgot another delay I really like is the JHS Milkman. Kind of Lo fi but I personally think it does a really great slap back. Kind of all its made to do.

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RobbieReverb

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Posted on Dec 23 2024 03:36 PM

These are great recommendations here. In addition to those mentioned, the Keeley Memphis Sun is worth checking out. https://robertkeeley.com/product/memphis-sun-lo-fi-room-reverb-delay-double-tracker/

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johnnyanguish

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Waltham, MA
United States

Posted on Dec 23 2024 09:36 PM

I use the Aqua-Puss (though I've been tempted by the Memphis Sun), but as folks have said just about any analog delay can do the trick. Keep the delay time short and the number of repeats to one (maybe two tops if the delay volume is low).

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TallTenor

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Coast of the Great Lakes
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Posted on Dec 24 2024 11:50 AM

What everyone else said: for live stuff anything will do , really.
I hear digital delay working great too.

For recording I’d probably consider a boutique option ie Nocturne, Strymon etc unless you can use real tape

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dirtysocks

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Posted on Jan 17 2025 06:04 PM

For 50's style? A tape delay at the end of the chain as any delay would have been in the studio, right?

As others have stated, a DM2w is a great option if you're not going for period correct, IMO.

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guyguy

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Cleveland Ohio
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Posted on Jan 17 2025 07:09 PM

Jumping on to second the notion on the milkman. Surf setting Cool too.
https://youtu.be/sxMhwnj41f4?si=r1DSEaRnl_W2KT6N

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Samurai

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Kiev, Ukraine
Ukraine

Posted on Jan 18 2025 03:31 AM

Gauss tape echo is good and cheap
Dunlop Echoplex is also good
But yes, actually you may do the same almost with any delay, especially analogue.

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edwardsand

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Posted on Jan 18 2025 10:49 AM

Anybody try the TC Electronic Echobrain? It's on sale cheap at MF right now, and I'm tempted to get one to try.

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nedorama

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South Bay, CA
United States

Posted on Jan 18 2025 10:12 PM

I own a TC Flashback and have owned an original Ibanez AD9 and the mini AD9 Analog delay. Also owned a Strymon El Capistan. All are great at slapback with no repeats, short delay and mix volume to taste. I have the Flashback on a smaller board.

Any analog delay will do fine, and the rolling off of the highs on the delayed sound actually helps it sit in the mix better.

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arny

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Netherlands, Europe

Posted on Jan 19 2025 12:52 PM

Before the EHX slap back echo reissue there was the Dan Electro Fab Echo. Sounds great, does a great 50's slapback echo and also a cool almost reverb. No long U2 echo's on this little tool. Together with a Surfy Bear or an old tube reverb, it gives you that amazing surf sound. The only thing I don't like is the plastic housing (although it really tough to break it) and the odd shape that takes more space on my pedalboard that it should.
So nowadays I use an MXR Carbon Copy bright.

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BenPerkins

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Posted on Jan 19 2025 10:24 PM

+1 for the Fab Echo. Very inexpensive and does the job.

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DrippyReverbTremolo Joined: Mar 11, 2023 Posts: 149	Posted on Dec 22 2024 04:13 PM I'd like to hear your pedal suggestions for a 50s style slap-back delay. Basically clueless about delay pedals. Top
beatcomber Joined: Jun 30, 2019 Posts: 137 Massachusetts, USA	Posted on Dec 22 2024 07:28 PM An MXR Carbon Copy is all-analog, affordable, and can do a convincing Sun-style slap-back. — THE HYDRONAUTS…Surf Music from the shores of old Cape Cod. CLICK HERE to check out our first album, Interstallar Clambake! Top
AgentClaret Joined: Jan 30, 2024 Posts: 132	Posted on Dec 22 2024 07:30 PM Any analog delay set real short oughta work! Top
rockndawg Joined: Aug 06, 2018 Posts: 38	Posted on Dec 23 2024 09:01 AM I have a MXR Carbon Copy and a TC Electronic Flashback both work really well. But I also have a Nocturne Mystery Brian and even though its more costly I personally like it a WHOLE LOT BETTER. Mostly if you play any Rockabilly along with Surf music. I never play the other 2 any longer, Highly recommend it. Top
revmike Joined: Feb 26, 2006 Posts: 3810 North Atlantic	Posted on Dec 23 2024 09:15 AM The Nocturne Brain is one of the best, hands down. https://www.thenocturnebrain.com/ Rev — Canadian Surf http://www.urbansurfkings.com/ Last edited: Dec 23, 2024 09:16:30 Top
Wellens_ Joined: Nov 05, 2023 Posts: 58 Brussels Area	Posted on Dec 23 2024 10:19 AM Great suggestions here, as there is the capistan... and many others. But, over 20 years ago I bought a Danelectro DanEcho. And boy, it had this organic slap back.. I loved it do much...you should consider it or check it out. — Cheers, Wellens https://m.facebook.com/TheArousals For the daring... and lusty! Top
Fady Joined: Mar 07, 2010 Posts: 2263 North Carolina	Posted on Dec 23 2024 10:56 AM You no longer have to chase the vintage market for DM-2's in decent shape at a reasonable price, granted this recommendation has tamed that wild market pricing a little bit, I think. This is a GREAT analog delay option and wonderful for the era and single repeat slapback you are looking for (and a lot more). Boss DM-2W Waza Craft edition. Also, having been out for a good several years now, also attainable on the used market in great condition and price. — Fady El Mirage @ ReverbNation Top
edwardsand Joined: Jun 29, 2018 Posts: 774	Posted on Dec 23 2024 01:35 PM Anybody try EHX's reissued Slap-back pedal? Top
rockndawg Joined: Aug 06, 2018 Posts: 38	Posted on Dec 23 2024 02:30 PM Besides the Nocturne Mystery Brain, I forgot another delay I really like is the JHS Milkman. Kind of Lo fi but I personally think it does a really great slap back. Kind of all its made to do. Top
RobbieReverb Joined: Feb 28, 2006 Posts: 2356 San Jose, Ca.	Posted on Dec 23 2024 03:36 PM These are great recommendations here. In addition to those mentioned, the Keeley Memphis Sun is worth checking out. https://robertkeeley.com/product/memphis-sun-lo-fi-room-reverb-delay-double-tracker/ — Bob Top
johnnyanguish Joined: Dec 11, 2024 Posts: 19 Waltham, MA	Posted on Dec 23 2024 09:36 PM I use the Aqua-Puss (though I've been tempted by the Memphis Sun), but as folks have said just about any analog delay can do the trick. Keep the delay time short and the number of repeats to one (maybe two tops if the delay volume is low). — Listen to The Deathly Quiet Bandcamp Spotify Instagram Facebook Top
TallTenor Joined: Nov 30, 2022 Posts: 72 Coast of the Great Lakes	Posted on Dec 24 2024 11:50 AM What everyone else said: for live stuff anything will do , really. I hear digital delay working great too. For recording I’d probably consider a boutique option ie Nocturne, Strymon etc unless you can use real tape — Kitten and The Tonics https://kittenandthetonics.com/ Last edited: Dec 24, 2024 11:51:38 Top
dirtysocks Joined: May 08, 2024 Posts: 5	Posted on Jan 17 2025 06:04 PM For 50's style? A tape delay at the end of the chain as any delay would have been in the studio, right? As others have stated, a DM2w is a great option if you're not going for period correct, IMO. Top
guyguy Joined: Oct 13, 2009 Posts: 37 Cleveland Ohio	Posted on Jan 17 2025 07:09 PM Jumping on to second the notion on the milkman. Surf setting Cool too. https://youtu.be/sxMhwnj41f4?si=r1DSEaRnl_W2KT6N Top
Samurai Joined: Mar 14, 2006 Posts: 2251 Kiev, Ukraine	Posted on Jan 18 2025 03:31 AM Gauss tape echo is good and cheap Dunlop Echoplex is also good But yes, actually you may do the same almost with any delay, especially analogue. — Waikiki Makaki surf-rock band from Ukraine https://linktr.ee/waikikimakaki Lost Diver https://lostdiver.bandcamp.com https://soundcloud.com/vitaly-yakushin Top
edwardsand Joined: Jun 29, 2018 Posts: 774	Posted on Jan 18 2025 10:49 AM Anybody try the TC Electronic Echobrain? It's on sale cheap at MF right now, and I'm tempted to get one to try. Top
nedorama Joined: Oct 10, 2009 Posts: 226 South Bay, CA	Posted on Jan 18 2025 10:12 PM I own a TC Flashback and have owned an original Ibanez AD9 and the mini AD9 Analog delay. Also owned a Strymon El Capistan. All are great at slapback with no repeats, short delay and mix volume to taste. I have the Flashback on a smaller board. Any analog delay will do fine, and the rolling off of the highs on the delayed sound actually helps it sit in the mix better. — '65 Fender Tremolux, '74 Princeton; 77 Vibrolux Reverb; '81 Princeton Reverb '65-66 Hilgen Basso Grande Dr. Z MAZ 18 Jr. + 1x12 Cab Various Telecasters and noise-making pedals Farfisa Compact Duo Top
arny Joined: Aug 22, 2010 Posts: 612 Netherlands, Europe	Posted on Jan 19 2025 12:52 PM Before the EHX slap back echo reissue there was the Dan Electro Fab Echo. Sounds great, does a great 50's slapback echo and also a cool almost reverb. No long U2 echo's on this little tool. Together with a Surfy Bear or an old tube reverb, it gives you that amazing surf sound. The only thing I don't like is the plastic housing (although it really tough to break it) and the odd shape that takes more space on my pedalboard that it should. So nowadays I use an MXR Carbon Copy bright. — www.alohasluts.com Aloha Sluts on BandCamp www.arnyzona.com (my photography) Aloha Fest on facebook Last edited: Jan 19, 2025 12:53:20 Top
BenPerkins Joined: Oct 19, 2011 Posts: 145	Posted on Jan 19 2025 10:24 PM +1 for the Fab Echo. Very inexpensive and does the job. — I want to hear Caravan with a drum solo. Top

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