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Description
The Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo is a prime example of a compact but mighty digital delay pedal. This robust, metal-encased unit is designed for today's musicians who want to add a touch of vintage charm to their sound. Despite its petite size, it delivers an impressive maximum delay time of two seconds with a rich, analogue-style decay, reminiscent of the well-loved echo effects of old.
Control is at your fingertips with easily adjustable feedback and delay time knobs. The blend control lets you perfectly balance the delay in your signal, allowing the #1 Echo to sit precisely where you want it in any performance or track. The sturdy footswitch makes it easy to engage or bypass the effect, indicated by a clear LED.
Whether you're in a studio or on stage, this pedal is sure to enhance your sound with its warm, vintage character.
Key Features:
- Up to two seconds of delay
- Warm, analogue-style decay
- Feedback and delay time knobs for easy control
- Blend control for perfect delay balance
- Durable, metal-encased construction
- LED On/Off indicator
- Rugged footswitch for easy operation
- Operates with a 9-volt battery or an eliminator delivering 100 mA of current (inner ring negative, outer ring positive)
- Equipped with standard 1/4" instrument I/O jacks.
Product specs
| Brand | Electro-Harmonix |
| Model | #1 Echo Digital Delay |
| Finish | Black / Orange |
| Year | 2007 - 2025 |
| Categories | Delay Pedals |
| Pedal Format | Standard |
FAQs
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What type of delay does the Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo produce?
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The Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo is a digital delay pedal, which provides clean and precise echo effects suitable for various music genres.
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How long is the maximum delay time on the Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo?
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The Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo offers a maximum delay time of up to 2 seconds, allowing for a wide range of echo effects from short slapback to extended ambient trails.
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Does the Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo have true bypass?
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Yes, the Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo features true bypass switching, which ensures that your guitar's tone remains unaffected when the pedal is turned off.
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Is the Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo suitable for live performances?
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The Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo is well-suited for live performances, offering reliable operation and easy-to-use controls that allow quick adjustments on stage.
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Can the Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo be powered by a battery?
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The Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo requires a 9V power supply and does not support battery operation, providing consistent performance without the hassle of changing batteries.
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How does the Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo handle high-gain signals?
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The Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo handles high-gain signals effectively, maintaining clarity and definition in the repeats even with distorted tones.
Videos
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Electro Harmonix #1 Echo Digital Delay
Electro Harmonix #1 Echo Digital Delay
ProGuitarShopDemos
Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo Digital Delay Pedal (Demo by Larry DeMarco)
EHX
Electro Harmonix #1 Echo Digital Delay | Gear4music demo
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Reviews
PROS
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Longevity; reliable over many years
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Provides up to 2-second delay time
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Can create a wide range of delay effects, from slap-back to endless echoes
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Simple interface with just three knobs (blend, delay time, feedback)
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High sound quality; clean and clear repeats
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Works well with other effects, e.g., fuzz
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No volume drop or noise when engaged
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Durable construction
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Power supply included
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Suitable for achieving iconic tones (e.g., David Gilmour)
CONS
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Delay time knob can be finicky
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Some users experience a volume drop with the blend signal
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Possible popping noise when engaging the pedal due to circuit issues
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo.
Features and functionality
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The EHX #1 Echo is noted for its analog-like filtered repeats despite being a digital delay, offering a unique tonal character.
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Value and pricing
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It's often highlighted as an affordable option, particularly when purchased used, making it accessible for budget-conscious buyers.
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Critic Reviews
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Based on 5 Reviews and 18 Ratings
476
Great great great great...
Cool digital delay pedal - clean and pristine. Combined with the Muff you get that David Gilmour lead tone. The only issue is the blend signal has a natural volume drop (just like almost any other EHX delay pedal).
Preferred Settings + Usage:
Blend - 9:30 - 10:30 Time - around 14:00 Feedback - 11:00
498
Pop pop pop
That was the sound I heard every time I engaged this pedal. The switch would open up the gates to a pop due to the circuit holding onto current that couldn't be released until the next time it was engaged. Not an issue for some pedals but echos and delays, it just goes on forever, pop...pop..pop. I would stay away from this unit unless you are using an effect looper or are keeping it on 100% of the time.
751
Analogique mais grandiose
On peut faire beaucoup de choses avec cette petite pédale hyper costaud avec i' court Delay ou au choix !!!
Artist usage
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He was featured on EHX's Facebook page as user of this pedal. He used this pedal at "Pathways for Paris" concert.
In a live performance on KEXP, Nils Frahm uses the Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo, visible atop his Juno 60.
In this photo, Brian's Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo pedal can be seen on the right.
In this photo, Blake appears to be using Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo pedal (lower left corner of the picture).
On the left you can see the EH echo next to a red pedal.
On this photo you can see Parker Griggs pedalboard which includes EHX #1 Echo
"A simple, all-around and great-sounding 3-knob delay that tucks firmly in your tone. But it’s even more of a pleasant surprise to find that that’s not all it has going for it. Turn the feedback all the way up, and it creates an infinite repeat that does not regenerate and amplify into an exploding racket. It’s a great effect to have, but the Deluxe Memory Man already does that trick splendidly. Instead, the #1 Echo allows you to keep stacking riffs on top of each other, “sound on sound” style that will stack and repeat indefinitely. If you want, screw with the repeats by giving a quick twist to the speed knob, and it’ll repeat that action as well. But again, the key thing is that it sounds good—a digital delay with analog warmth. It has become a mainstay on my pedalboard. "
In this still from: https://www.redbull.com/be-nl/black-box-revelation-red-bull
You can spot the #1 Echo
u/Rdese Kevin, I've met you a few times over the years ( at the stacks in PA, pathogue & im pretty sure one time like 7 years ago at Snug Harbor). One of these days, let me buy you a coffee! Also... What Pedals do you use?
u/KevinDevineOfficial Thanks! I use a DoD chorus, a Walrus Iron Horse, ElectroHarmonix #1 Echo, and OBN's Haunt, Black Fountain & Procession
The pedal is seen in this photo.
In Fabian Holland's YouTube video titled "Do Acoustic Guitars NEED Pedals? - My Full Pedalboard Walkthrough," he provides a tour of his acoustic guitar pedalboard and shows the Electro-Harmonix #1 Echo at the 5:53 mark.
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