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Description

Capture the essence of vintage sound with the Fulltone Tube Tape Echo, an effects processor that seamlessly bridges the gap between classic charm and modern functionality. This meticulously crafted unit brings you the quintessential warmth and organic delay that only real tape can deliver, making it an indispensable tool for any serious musician or studio engineer. Housed in an iconic chassis, the Fulltone Tube Tape Echo stands out not just for its aesthetic appeal but also for its robust performance capabilities.

At the heart of this unit are 12AX7 and 12AU7 vacuum tubes, which run at an impressive 200v power, ensuring the highest fidelity in sound reproduction. This echo machine is designed to enhance your signal with remarkable clarity and depth, offering you a range of unique stereo imaging options to suit any recording or live performance scenario. Whether you're aiming for a subtle ambiance or a more pronounced echo effect, the Fulltone Tube Tape Echo has the versatility to meet your creative needs.

This isn't just an effects processor; it's a piece of musical history brought into the present. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an aspiring musician, the Fulltone Tube Tape Echo promises to add a touch of vintage magic to your sound palette.

Key Features:

  • Two-speed operation for versatile sound manipulation
  • 200v power through 12AX7 and 12AU7 vacuum tubes
  • Iconic chassis design with modern enhancements
  • Three unique stereo imaging options
  • Warm and organic tape delay effects

Product specs

Brand Fulltone
Model Tube Tape Echo
Finish White
Year 2010s
Made In United States
Categories Delay Pedals

FAQs

What makes the Fulltone Tube Tape Echo different from digital delay pedals?

The Fulltone Tube Tape Echo uses real tape to create its delay effect, providing a warmer, more organic sound with natural degradation, unlike digital delays which use algorithms to simulate echo effects.

Is the Fulltone Tube Tape Echo suitable for live performances?

Yes, the Fulltone Tube Tape Echo is suitable for live performances, offering robust build quality and the warm, vintage sound that tape delays are known for, enhancing live soundscapes.

How does the Fulltone Tube Tape Echo handle long delay times?

The Fulltone Tube Tape Echo can handle long delay times effectively, providing up to 14 seconds of delay, which is ideal for creating lush, expansive sound textures.

Can the Fulltone Tube Tape Echo be used with instruments other than guitar?

Yes, the Fulltone Tube Tape Echo can be used with a variety of instruments, including keyboards and vocals, to add a unique tape echo effect to any sound source.

Does the Fulltone Tube Tape Echo require any special maintenance?

Yes, as a tape-based unit, the Fulltone Tube Tape Echo requires regular maintenance, such as cleaning the tape heads and replacing the tape loop, to ensure optimal performance and sound quality.

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Reviews

PROS

  • Unmatched 3-D sound quality and hi-fi sheen in repeats

  • Adds unique MOJO and warmth to music

  • Superior to echoplex in functionality and improvements

  • Versatile: enhances guitar, drums, vocals with musical sounding delays

  • Allows saturation by overloading for desired effects

  • Features stereo out for multiple amps

  • High fidelity setting enhances articulation on vocals

  • Imparts old school Rockabilly and Reggae tones effectively

  • Self-oscillation feature adds magnificent depth

CONS

  • Requires purchasing new tape occasionally

Critic Reviews

Fulltone: Tube Tape Echo | Tape Op Magazine | Longform candid interviews with music producers and audio engineers covering mixing, mastering, recording and music production.

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The Fulltone Tube Tape Echo is a standout in the realm of tape delay units, offering a rich, saturated sound that surpasses most digital delays. Its retro design and versatile controls allow for creative tone shaping, making it a valuable tool for both studio work and live performances. However, the unit suffers from some practical drawbacks, such as noisy tape cartridges and a lack of a bundled footswitch for its Sound-On-Sound feature. Despite these issues, the TTE shines with its robust build and superior sound quality, making it a worthy investment for serious musicians.

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See how Akın Eldes uses Fulltone Tube Tape Echo

Akın Eldes

Guitarist

Bulutsuzluk Özlemi

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Verified via YouTube

In the video titled "Pedal Dünyası - Akın Eldes Özel: Bölüm 1" on YouTube, Akın Eldes mentions the Fulltone Tube Tape Echo as a pedal he exclusively uses in the studio.

See how Nathan Larson uses Fulltone Tube Tape Echo

Nathan Larson

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Shudder to Think

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https://www.earthquakerdevices.com/blog-posts/2016/11/11/studio-series-nathan-larson-late-night-with-seth-myers-shudder-to-think

This 2016 interview with Nathan features some of his guitars and effects, used mainly in studio.

Nathan Larson: 'Also used the Spatial Delivery with an old Korg Lambda string machine (in addition to a Fulltone Tape Echo and a Digitech Whammy pedal) to make a freaky string pad.'

See how Jack Shirley uses Fulltone Tube Tape Echo

Jack Shirley

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Listed on Atomic Garden website's equipment page

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Michał Wasyl

Music Producer, Audio Engineer

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The photo posted by Michał Wasyl on his Instagram account on April 26, 2018, captioned "My #WALLOFSOUND ad2018," confirms that he uses the Fulltone Tube Tape Echo in the studio.

See how Brent Rowan uses Fulltone Tube Tape Echo

Brent Rowan

Guitarist, Music Producer

The Rambos

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Verified via Vintage Guitar® magazine

According to an interview with Vintage Guitar® magazine by Zac Childs, Brent Rowan states that he "almost always uses a Fulltone Tube Tape Echo."

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