The Universal Audio UAFX Orion Tape Echo Pedal is the ultimate companion for music enthusiasts seeking a vintage and authentic echo experience. This compact stompbox is a faithful homage to the legendary Maestro EP-III tape echo unit, packing the distinctive warmth of old tape types into a modern, road-tested design.

Choose from three distinct tape types with the Orion's versatile controls: Mint for lush, hi-fi echoes, Worn for a taste of gentle tape saturation and compression, or Old for aggressive, grungy echoes filled with heavy tape wear and distortion. The Orion doesn't just stop at echoes, its meticulously emulated preamp adds a delightful punch and attitude to your sound, offering everything from a subtle lift to a saturated overdrive.

For a unique touch of sonic character, the Orion's Wonk control lets you introduce warbly, modulated repeats and fun tape splice textures. Despite its advanced features, the Orion is designed to withstand the rigors of the road with a sturdy metal housing, footswitches rated for 100,000 presses, and analog signal bypass for the utmost tonal integrity.

Key Features:

• Authentic emulation of Maestro EP-III tape echo unit
• Three distinct tape types: Mint, Worn, and Old
• Preamp control for added punch and attitude
• Wonk control for modulated repeats and tape splice textures
• Sturdy metal housing and footswitches rated for 100,000 presses
• Analog signal bypass for tonal integrity
• USB Type-C port for system updates
• Easy integration with any guitar rig
• Switchable true or tails-bypass switching
• Preamp on/off switch and analog dry-through control

Product specs

FAQs

What type of delay effects does the Universal Audio UAFX Orion Tape Echo Pedal offer?

The Universal Audio UAFX Orion Tape Echo Pedal provides tape machine delay effects, including Mint, Worn, and Old, each simulating different stages of tape wear for varied echo textures.

Does the Universal Audio UAFX Orion Tape Echo Pedal have tap tempo functionality?

No, the Orion Tape Echo Pedal does not feature tap tempo. It is designed to emulate the vintage '70s Maestro Echoplex EP‑III tape delay, which also lacked tap tempo.

Can the Universal Audio UAFX Orion Tape Echo Pedal be used in true bypass mode?

Yes, the Orion Tape Echo Pedal offers true bypass, ensuring your signal remains unaffected when the pedal is disengaged. It can also be switched to Trails mode for seamless delay tails.

What power supply does the Universal Audio UAFX Orion Tape Echo Pedal require?

The pedal requires a 9V DC power supply with a minimum of 250mA, which is sold separately.

Is the Universal Audio UAFX Orion Tape Echo Pedal compatible with the UAFX Control App?

Yes, the Orion Tape Echo Pedal is compatible with the UAFX Control App, allowing you to update firmware and access additional features via USB-C connectivity.