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Description
The Carbon Copy Analog Delay delivers rich, warm bucket-bridgade delay with up to 600ms of delay time and modulation.
This pedal can be powered by a 9-volt battery, a Dunlop ECB003 9-volt adapter, or the DC Brick™, Iso-Brick™, and Mini Iso-Brick™ power supplies (not included).
THE LONG STORY
Go from crisp "bathroom" slap echoes to epic, Gilmouresque delays with the MXR Carbon Copy Analog Delay. Featuring 600ms of delay time with optional modulation, and a three-knob layout that controls Delay, Mix, and Regen. In addition, there are two internal trim pots that offer user-adjustable width and rate control of the modulation for even more tonal options. All done by a completely analog audio path for authentic rich, warm analog delay—made possible only by old-school analog bucket brigade technology. True bypass.
Owner's manual
MXR M169 Carbon Copy User ManualProduct specs
| Pedal Type | Delay |
| Analog/Digital | Analog |
| Max Delay Time | 0.6 seconds (600ms) |
| Inputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| Outputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| Power Source | 9V DC power supply required (sold separately) |
| Batteries | 1 x 9V |
| Height | 1.25" |
| Width | 2.75" |
| Depth | 4.75" |
| Weight | 0.84 lbs. |
FAQs
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Is the MXR M169 Carbon Copy an analog delay pedal?
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Yes, the MXR M169 Carbon Copy is an analog delay pedal, utilizing bucket brigade technology to produce a warm, vintage delay sound.
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What is the maximum delay time of the MXR M169 Carbon Copy?
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The MXR M169 Carbon Copy offers up to 600 milliseconds of delay time, allowing for a wide range of delay effects from subtle slapback to long, ambient echoes.
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Can the MXR M169 Carbon Copy be powered with a battery?
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Yes, the MXR M169 Carbon Copy can be powered by a 9-volt battery, in addition to various 9-volt power supplies like the Dunlop ECB003 adapter.
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What does the modulation feature do on the MXR M169 Carbon Copy?
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The modulation feature on the MXR M169 Carbon Copy adds a chorus-like effect to the delay signal, which can be adjusted internally for width and speed.
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Is the MXR M169 Carbon Copy suitable for bass guitar?
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Yes, the MXR M169 Carbon Copy works well with bass guitar, providing rich and warm delay effects without losing low-end clarity.
Equipboard's Expert Review
Equipboard tested this
Analog Delay Soul with Modern Twists
We love the Carbon Copy's heavy-duty feel and attractive spacy green finish. It screams quality and reliability. In our tests, the pedal felt solid and well-constructed—built to withstand the rigors of touring.
What caught our attention next were the simple, intuitive controls: Regen, Mix, and Delay knobs. While the lack of a tap tempo feature might put off some players, we found the basic controls easy to navigate. The modulation button adds a lovely depth and character, but it is subtle out of the box. Fortunately, the internal trim pots allow for some fine-tuning, though it's a bit of a hassle to open up the pedal.
Sound-wise, this pedal delivers warm, vintage, and rich delays that seamlessly blend into various playing styles. Whether it's for slapback, echo, or oscillation effects, the Carbon Copy excels. The delay sounds natural and organic, adding an unmistakable depth to our tone. However, it's worth noting that the repeats can occasionally sound too dark or even mushy, especially if you're used to using digital delays.
Overall, we think the MXR M169 Carbon Copy is a fantastic analog delay pedal for those seeking a warm, vintage sound without breaking the bank. Its rugged build and reliable performance make it perfect for gigging musicians. However, if you're after crystal-clear, high-fidelity delays or need quick access to modulation tweaks, this might not be your first choice. Nevertheless, for its price and features, it offers great value and competes well with more expensive analog delays.
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Reviews
PROS
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Warm, vintage sound enhances tone without overpowering
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Modulation button adds depth and versatility
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Works well with other pedals
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Oscillation feature for creative soundscapes
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Easy to use with straightforward controls
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Reliable, durable build quality
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Affordable compared to similar quality pedals
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Does not require constant adjustments
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True bypass preserves signal integrity
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Bright LED indicators for clear visibility
CONS
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Lacks tap tempo for on-the-fly adjustments
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Internal trim pots for modulation adjustments less accessible
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Can sound dark or muddy with certain settings or setups
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Feedback can be harsh if not carefully dialed in
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Not suitable for those needing a wide range of delay types
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Limited delay time compared to digital models
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Some users find the mix control to be less intuitive
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Not ideal for ultra-pristine delay tones
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Modulation effect may not appeal to all users
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May not fit all aesthetic preferences with its green finish
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about MXR M169 Carbon Copy.
Features and functionality
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Internal trim pots allow for customizable modulation settings, offering a more organic, tape-like sound by adjusting depth and rate.
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The pedal can operate at 12V or 18V for a brighter, louder sound with more regen, but controlling tone becomes harder.
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The modulation switch's LED matches the bypass/power LED, causing potential confusion on dark stages when trying to determine if the modulation is active.
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Self-oscillation can be achieved, but excessive volume can potentially damage speakers, not amplifiers.
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Mods and upgrades
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Owners recommend adjusting the internal trim pots to slow down the modulation rate for a warmer, more organic delay tone.
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Use cases and applications
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By turning the mix up and delay time down, the pedal can double as a chorus effect.
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Setting the regen knob at maximum creates fun feedback noise; adjusting delay length changes the sound.
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The pedal delivers excellent slapback echo with regen at 8 o'clock, mix at 12 o'clock, and delay at 8 o'clock.
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The pedal excels in creating "detachable penis" delay settings with all knobs at 10:00, and an "EDGE style" delay when set with all knobs pointed straight up.
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Setup and maintenance
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Ensuring a dedicated power supply can prevent potential failure, as shared power supplies have caused issues for some users.
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Value and pricing
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Consider purchasing second-hand, as the pedal retains value well and can often be found in excellent condition.
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Comparisons
User experience
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Owners often find that the Carbon Copy is a set-and-forget pedal, with every setting sounding good, providing versatility for both washy medium-long delays and short slapback tones.
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Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 89 Reviews and 560 Ratings
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The Legendary, Ever Faithful, Carbon Copy
I Remember The Day I Got This Pedal.. I Plugged It In, And Realized That I Plugged It In Backwards. Then Plugged It In The Right Way, And It Still Didn't Turn On! Then I Realized I Needed A Power Source. (The Carbon Copy Was My First Pedal, As You Can See) Roughly A Week Later, I Plugged It In, Turned On, And Produced Echos, And I Though. Wow, What A Waste Of Money! I Was So Mad, After All That I Was Disappointed With The $116 Dollar Guitar Toy That My Parents Had So Generously Given To Me. I Was So Frustrated I Gave Up On The Whole Day, And Went To Sleep Hoping To Wake Up, And Find That I Had Gotten A Tubescreamer Instead, And That The Carbon Copy Was A Bad Dream. I Just Couldn't Make The Pedal Sound Good! Finally, A Good Year Later, I Had Finally Mastered The Way Of The Carbon Copy, Making Sweeping Spaceship Noises, And Having Lush, Beautiful, Inspiring, Other-World-ly, Delay Tones. I Realized That If You Know (Or Learn) How To Use This Pedal, It Can Be A Very Inspiring, Creative, Though Provoking Pedal, That Can Move You To Become A Better Guitarist, And Make You Fall In Love With The Guitar Again, And Again. These Words Are True. I Have Had No Problems With The Carbon Copy (Except For Plugging It In Backwards). It Doesn't Hum When It Runs On Batteries Like My EHX OD Glove Does. The Only Problem You Could Really Come Across Is If You Want To Sound Like "The Edge", Then Get A Digital Delay, Or The Carbon Copy Bright. I've Found That If You Set The Settings Right, It's Very Easy To Make This Pedal A Chorus Pedal Too. Though If You're Looking For A Chorus Pedal, I Recommend Chorus Pedals For Chorus Pedals. Anyways, Great Pedal. I Love It. It's Amazing.
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please, rewrite your review on the right page. It's MXR Carbon Copy. This page is duplicated with the wrong pedal name.
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Oops! Sorry! Carbon Copy! Gah! No Carbon Cop! Sorry!
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I merged the duplicate item into this one, so now it's all good!
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@gchiaren Thanks!
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Excellent analog delay.
Someone stole my EHX Tone Corset, Animal Pedal Car Crush & Relaxing Walrus during a gig. So I bought this pedal to replace the Relaxing Walrus delay. Unlike the Relaxing Walrus this pedal is a true bucket brigade analog delay.
The Relaxing Walrus delay was good enough but this pedal in is a completely different league. It sounds really warm and organic. There is something about its repeats which just wasn't there on the Relaxing Walrus delay, they sound really smooth and round.
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Long-term relationship
Carbon Copy is in my board for over 6 years. It is great for adding more room to your solo parts and space to rhythmic ones. What I like the most: • Warm sound • Modulation • Easy to use • Versatile • Solid box • Quiet I can't say anything bad about this pedal. Maybe it would be great to add tamp tempo and extend delay type. I recommend this pedal.
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I downgraded from a full size to a mini not very long ago, this is my favorite delay pedal. Did you know the deluxe version has a tap tempo? https://www.jimdunlop.com/mxr-carbon-copy-deluxe-analog-delay/
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Yes, I know, but I think it's not a time for upgrade. I would rather but different type of delay (Tape) with Tap Tempo, than replace Carbon Copy :)
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Small and sweet
This one is sounding really good with ability to add modulation. And this pedal is pedalboard friendly. It might sound dark - but still tasty and warm.
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A darker, more subtle delay.
Very rich sound, sweeping, slightly modulated. It's just not as bright and present as some other delay pedals, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. The parameters are also more sensitive, which requires a mindful touch when tweaking in the moment. Careful of that feedback: it'll scream like a Nazgûl lol.
Wonderful
Cleanest, smoothest anolog delay I've heard. Great for slapback, volume swells, subtle texturing, and full on Pink Floyd style echoes. Worth buying for the oscilations alone, crazy fun. The modulation switch is a nice touch. I like more subtle modulations, so I turned the depth down on the internal trim pots. Great for any genre of music. If I only had two pedals, this would be one of them.
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My Favorite Analog Delay
Not only does it have an uncommon number of repetitions for an analog delay, not only is it magnificently built, it simply works. Its sound is wonderful, and the little button it has on the upper left allows for a very particular modulation (which makes it like two pedals in one). I don't know, the natural response of this gadget makes its delay as smooth as possible. It is very easy to set up and adjust. I am excited about it.
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Analog Delay
Another solid pedal from MXR. Housed in a metallic green case it looks great. It always seemed a little bright to me so took it off my board. A very popular pedal.
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MXR M169 Carbon Copy Analog Delay
Amazingly beautiful sounds, from quirky slapback to dreamlike delay soundscapes, organic feeling that doesn't alter the core of your sound and on top of that a mod button that gets you even further. I was amazed by how naturally this pedals sits in the mix with a full band and also how it plays well with other pedals.
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Artist usage
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Marked pedal in the attached picture. On the pedalboard since April 2022.
John Mayer posted on his instagram stories:
If your floor doesn't look like this, are you really a guitar player?
On Kevin Parker's right-hand pedalboard, an MXR Carbon Copy can be seen. This pedalboard can be seen in this photo as well.
An MXR M169 Carbon Copy can be seen at 10:00 in his rig rundown, where Billie Joe's guitar tech talks about what effects he uses.
At 2:41 Mac is seen using a MXR Carbon Copy delay, mac usually doesn't run a delay.
In this mini documentary about the making of Edge's signature Fender Stratocaster and Deluxe amplifier, we see him testing the pieces together with the aid of a Carbon Copy delay.
(Edit: Note that this clip is from a visit to the Fender development facility, and the MXR may be a pedal which was on loan for the shoot. It is possible that the Edge neither owns nor uses one of these units.)
Zakk Wylde uses an MXR Carbon Copy delay pedal onstage with Black Label Society. "The settings I have it at...are for Randy Rhodes' guitar solos..." Wylde says at (3:40) in this Guitarist Magazine video. "I could be playing fast and it's not going to muddle any of the playing," he said.
In this interview, Jim Root calls the MXR Carbon Copy Delay, "one of the best delay pedals, ever." (2:20).
Billy uses a MXR Carbon Copy as seen in this rig rundown article.
Here is a direct link to the image.
http://www.premierguitar.com/ext/resources/images/content/2015-09/Rig-Rundown/10.jpg?1442424106
http://www.premierguitar.com/articles/23116-rig-rundown-zz-tops-billy-gibbons-and-dusty-hill-2015
"With the Carbon Copy the repeats are a little bit on the darker side. There's a couple of tunes where he'll use the Carbon Copy on where it doesn’t make it so that you notice it so much - it's subtle. The way we have it set is only for like three repeats. For the most part, [Jeff] likes to play very dry, so anything that is going to color the sound like that, he notices too much and it gets in the way," says Jeff Beck's guitar tech.
Mich talks about his setup in this video. MXR M169 Carbon Copy Analog Delay Pedal seen at 03:48-04:19
At 2:31 in this video, Za, Synyster Gates guitar tech, talks about Synyster Gates' use of the MXR delay pedal. "It's awesome man, everybody loves those."
The Carbon Copy delay pedal is also listed as part of Syn's gear on his Dunlop Artist Page.
Album Usage
The MXR M169 Carbon Copy has been featured on the following albums:
Silver Bleeds the Black Sun...
AFI (2025)
Tuff Luff
Mansions (2023)
II
Dead Cross (2022)
Just One Voice
Michelle Willis (2022)
Distant Populations
Quicksand (2021)
Amethyst / I Can See
Harvey Sutherland (2018)
LONER
Caroline Rose (2018)
Batch
FORQ (2017)
The Serenity of Suffering
Korn (2016)
See Us Through
Michelle Willis (2016)
No Good
Kaleo & Kaleo (2015)
Are We There
Sharon Van Etten (2014)
True North
Bad Religion (2013)
Tramp
Sharon Van Etten (2012)
Live In Chicago
Ween (2004)
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Based on how musicians on Equipboard use MXR M169 Carbon Copy, it is most commonly used with the following gear.
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