Universal Audio UAFX Orion Tape Echo Pedal

£152.50

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This is a real tasty delay. A solid delay and preamp it stands out amongst other Guitar Pedals on the menu. Universal Audio make great Guitar Pedals, so If you like delay then this Universal Audio UAFX Orion Tape Echo Pedal is the perfect delay to order in. Read More details Below.


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This is a real tasty delay. A solid delay and preamp that stands out amongst other Guitar Pedals on the menu. Universal Audio make great Guitar Pedals, so If you like delay, then a Universal Audio UAFX Orion Tape Echo Pedal is the perfect delay to order in. The Universal Audio UAFX Orion Tape Echo is a guitar effects pedal that brings the vintage magic of 70s Maestro Echoplex EP-III tape delays to your pedalboard. With three authentic tape delay emulations an analog preamp circuit and customizable settings this compact stompbox takes your sound to new dimensions. Featuring the same high-quality algorithms as the renowned Starlight Echo Station the Orion Tape Echo delivers rich three-dimensional effects that surpass other tape delay pedals in its class. Its faithful emulation of the EP-IIIs solid-state preamp adds grit and attitude to your sound with a single control knob for effortless tone shaping. With the ability to choose from three tape machine types – Mint Worn and Old – and adjust the Wonk control for modulated repeats you can achieve a variety of colours textures and funky tape splice sounds. The Orion Tape Echo is your ticket to the ultimate analogue bliss. LIMITED OFFER: Until March 31st UA are giving customers who purchase this product the UAD Guitar Amp Bundle – absolutely free. For full details see below.

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Universal Audio

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Universal Audio

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Delay

A delay pedal records your signal and plays it back after a set time, creating echoes that can range from tight, slapback repeats to long, atmospheric trails. It’s one of the most versatile effects, used to thicken tones, add rhythmic depth, or build spacious, ambient layers. Analogue delays offer warm, decaying repeats that blend naturally with your tone, while digital units provide pristine echoes with precise control over time, feedback, and mix levels.

From classic rockabilly and tape-style echoes to modern looping and shimmer effects, delay pedals have become essential tools for shaping sound. They can make solos soar, rhythms pulse, or transform simple chord progressions into cinematic textures. Whether used subtly to add dimension or boldly to create soundscapes, a good delay pedal can completely redefine the feel and atmosphere of your music.

Guitar Effects Pedals

Guitar Pedals

Your pedal is like a signature dish for your sound — a flavour-packed creation that transforms the bland ingredients of your guitar into something unforgettable. Each one adds its own seasoning, texture, and heat, turning a simple meal into a feast of tone.

These tasty little boxes sit in a row, like plates on a buffet, letting you mix and match flavours as you play. With one tap of your foot, you can swap sweet for spicy, subtle for smoky, and serve up something completely new. From the comfort food of warm overdrive to the fiery kick of fuzz, from smooth jazz sauce to heavy-metal spice, pedals give players a full menu of options to express their taste.  And just like with food, once you’ve tried one dish, you’ll want to sample them all.

Collecting, trading, and discovering new flavours soon becomes part of the joy of being a tone-loving gourmet geek with a guitar.

Preamp

A preamp pedal shapes and boosts your guitar’s signal before it reaches your amp or recording interface, giving you control over tone, gain, and headroom. It acts as the first stage of amplification, adding warmth, clarity, and character while preparing your signal for the next part of the chain. Some preamps emulate the response of classic valve circuits, while others offer clean, transparent tone shaping ideal for acoustic instruments or direct recording setups.

Used on its own, a preamp pedal can serve as the foundation of your tone, providing a consistent core sound wherever you play. When combined with other effects, it enhances dynamics and helps each pedal sound more defined and natural. Whether you’re looking to push your amp harder, bring life to a dull signal, or refine your sound for the studio, a good preamp pedal adds presence, punch, and musicality to any rig.