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Description
Step into a world of tonal exploration with the DOD DFX9 Digital Delay. A pioneering force in compact digital delays, this pedal made its grand debut at the 1989 NAMM show, capturing the attention of guitarists seeking a versatile and reliable delay unit. The DFX9 offers musicians a wide range of delay possibilities, from subtle echoes to cascading repeats, all housed in a sturdy, road-ready enclosure.
With its impressive 1000ms of delay time, the DFX9 opens up a plethora of creative avenues for every player. Whether you're crafting ambient soundscapes or seeking to add rhythmic depth to your solos, this pedal delivers with precision. The intuitive layout includes dual LED indicators, making it easy to navigate even in dimly lit venues. Plus, with the ability to achieve up to 20 repeats, you can tailor your sound to fit any musical context, from vintage slap-back to modern experimental textures.
Designed for musicians who demand both performance and durability, the DFX9 is an essential addition to any pedalboard. Its reliability and ease of use make it a staple for live performances, studio sessions, and everything in between. Experience the blend of classic and contemporary delay effects with the DOD DFX9, and let your creativity flow without boundaries.
Key Features:
- Up to 1000ms of delay time
- Capable of delivering up to 20 repeats
- Dual LED indicators for easy operation
- Compact and durable design suitable for live performances and studio use
Product specs
| Brand | DOD |
| Model | DFX9 Delay |
| Finish | Purple |
| Year | 2000s |
| Made In | United States |
| Categories | Delay Pedals |
FAQs
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What is the maximum delay time of the DOD DFX9 Digital Delay?
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The DOD DFX9 Digital Delay offers a maximum delay time of 1000 milliseconds, allowing for a wide range of delay effects from short slapback to long, ambient echoes.
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Does the DOD DFX9 Digital Delay have a tap tempo feature?
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No, the DOD DFX9 Digital Delay does not have a tap tempo feature. Delay times are set using the delay time knob on the pedal.
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Can the DOD DFX9 Digital Delay be used with a bass guitar?
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Yes, the DOD DFX9 Digital Delay can be used with a bass guitar, providing clear and precise delay effects suitable for bass frequencies.
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What type of power supply does the DOD DFX9 Digital Delay require?
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The DOD DFX9 Digital Delay requires a 9V DC power supply. It can also run on a 9V battery for portable use.
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How does the DOD DFX9 Digital Delay differ from analog delay pedals?
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The DOD DFX9 Digital Delay offers pristine, digital repeats with no signal degradation, unlike analog delays, which typically provide warmer, more organic-sounding echoes due to their analog circuitry.
Videos
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Reviews
PROS
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Captures the charm of early '80s digital delay sounds
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Internal trim pots allow for extensive sound customization
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Can create unique soundscapes, including infinite repeats and ambient textures
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Versatile enough for experimental and traditional music styles
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Offers distinctive imperfections for creative sound manipulation
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Cost-effective for its range of capabilities
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Provides super digital faux reverb at specific settings
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Encourages experimentation with its sample/hold function
CONS
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Factory setup may sound anemic and requires tweaking for optimal performance
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Battery door prone to falling off
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Construction includes cheap knobs and an unreliable foot switch
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Shortest delay options nearly inaudible without significant adjustment
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Lower than CD-quality audio resolution may not suit all tastes
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about DOD DFX9 Digital Delay.
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Build quality
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The footswitch on older DOD pedals is frequently criticized for its lack of reliability, particularly in live performance settings.
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DOD pedals are known for unreliable foot switches and missing battery compartments, which can affect their usability over time.
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The wiring, especially ground wires to the board, is a weak point, often requiring resoldering due to the light wire gauge and weak soldering.
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Some DFX9 units left the factory with unsoldered connections, leading to early failure.
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Setup and maintenance
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Value and pricing
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At $50, the DFX9 is considered a bargain for those interested in its unique features, despite some build quality concerns.
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4.0 out of 5
Based on 2 Reviews and 12 Ratings
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Pedestrian delay with a cool trick up its sleeve
I bought this one from some middle aged guy who'd still kept the original box, manual, and battery cover. What prompted me to get a standalone digital delay, though? Perhaps I had some nostalgia from the days when I'd messed with a friend's DD-7. Maybe I liked the idea of creating short but infinite repeats. Whatever it was, I went ahead and paid about fifty bucks for this toy from the waning days of the eighties.
It's not the best delay you'll ever hear. The shortest delay options on the Range/Mode know are, it should be said, utterly useless. You have to crank it to the 63ms option to get anything remotely audible. From there, the delay times become good enough for practical playing. It's 12-bit digital, so you're operating below CD quality; nevertheless, its a clean sound overall.
The real draw here, however, isn't the delays themselves. It's the weird little repeat mode. It's worlds away from your modern loopers or freeze functions, but its got its own little charm. You can only capture about a second's worth of music, but that's where your imagination can take hold. Want to repeat a single note or keep a chord that will chop in over and over again? Here's your machine. Think of what Zappa did live in 1988. A better use for it, however, is to nab some kind of sustained ambiance and hold it. Then, by tweaking the Delay parameter, you get to shift the pitch of the sampled pad. Turn a rumble into a hiss, or reshape a dreamy pad into an ominous drone. Instant ambient! The low bit depth ensures you'll get a sound brimming with character.
If you're into more out-there genres, try to score one of these. If you're more straight-ahead, need a super basic digital delay, and happen to see one of these for cheap, I guess you might enjoy it too. Just know that there are better options these days.
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DOD Digital Delay
Marcus Singletary says, "I began using the DOD Digital Delay pedal back in elementary school. It was one of the first pedals I ever owned. In high school and later, in college, I began to double up DOD delay pedals. It was a fun experiment. Today, I just use this one, and I use it both on stage and in the studio." www.marcussingletary.com
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did you review this pedal in the 3rd person??? LOL
Artist usage
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According to the Sonic Youth website, Lee Ranaldo used the DOD DFX9 Digital Delay pedal in 1991.
In this photo Matt is using a DOD DFX9. In interviews, Matt has stated he used a DOD digital delay for solos during the early days of Sleep.
"My first cool pedal was the DOD DFX9 Digital Delay pedal. Very digital. I was probably twelve years old and my friend's older brother had this pedal, a digital delay DFX9... he let me borrow it for a like a night or something and I remember fartin' around with it and being like 'Woah, this is weird. It kinda sounds like U2.' It was my very first, like, pedal that I figured out like 'Oh, what does that mean when it like records a small chunk of it?' and then you could mess with it. So, one thing that you could do with this pedal: loop it. That was pretty, like, mind-blowing for a twelve-year-old. (...) Well fast forward probably about, let's see, maybe fifteen years, I start my band Tera Melos and it's kinda like weird, freaky music or whatever. So, I pull out this pedal. So this would be the origin of a very early Tera Melos song ["Melody 3"] from like, many many years ago."
"Planning the pedal board with poster paper"
Album Usage
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