Despite the huge popularity of modern digital delay effects, the organic character of a good ol' tape echo never seems to go out of fashion. The modulated warbles and characteristic "broken" sounds are what helped put delay on the proverbial map, and it's a sound that's still favoured by many for adding a little extra texture.
The TC Electronic Gauss is a brilliant digital replication of the classic tape echo effect, that comes in at a modest entry-level price. Everything from super-saturated tape warmth to short slapback delay sounds are possible with this potent little stompbox!
Key Features
- Easy-To-Use 3-Knob Interface — With control over delay time, sustain and volume, you can manipulate TC's custom-designed, cutting-edge tape algorithm in real-time to create powerful subsonic pitch dives and self-oscillating spirals of psychedelia.
- Onboard Mod Switch — Lets you go clean, or add subtly natural and warm modulation to your echoes.
- True Bypass Circuitry — When the pedal is off, its circuitry will not colour or affect your tone in any way so that your signal remains clear and bright.
- Compact, Roadworthy Design — This pedal might be inexpensive, but its robust metal enclosure will withstand even the most chaotic of tours!
- Top-Mounted Jacks — An ergonomic design decision that allows you to tightly squeeze the Gauss Tape Echo next to other stompboxes on your pedalboard.
Specifications
- Controls: Volume, Sustain, Delay, Mod Switch
- Power Requirements: 9V Battery or 9V DC Power Supply (Not Included)
- Current Draw: 100 mA
- Bypass: True Bypass
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 74 x 132 x 58 mm
- Weight: 500 g
