UNIVERSAL AUDIO UAFX Orion Tape Echo

• Authentic emulation of the vintage Maestro EP-III Tape Echo, encased in a Compact Stompbox*
• Impeccably captured Analog preamplifier, delivering chunky, boosted tones and immersive effects
• Selection of Mint, Worn and Old tape machines for distinct character and Unique texture
• Wonk control to create modulated repeats and vibrant sounds, simulating the effect of Fascinating Tape Splices
• Mono operation, with True/Trails Bypass, Preamp on/off and analog dry through options
• Universal Audio design and quality, delivering decades of reliable performance

Universal Audio UAFX Orion Tape Echo

Recreation of the legendary Maestro Echoplex EP-3 Delay

Authentic Emulation of the Legendary Maestro Echoplex EP-III Vintage Tape Delay

The Orion Tape Echo offers the world's most faithful emulation of the classic Maestro Echoplex EP-III tape delay from the 1970s, the same one featured in the Universal Audio Starlight Echo Station. This pedal gives you the fascinating "hazy" delay effects with unparalleled authenticity, all packed into a compact, elegantly designed package.

Enrich your pedalboard with an authentic tape delay

Based on the same high-quality algorithms that made Universal Audio 's award-winning Starlight Echo Station famous, Orion Tape Echo delivers the rich, three-dimensional sonic experience of a carefully emulated vintage tape echo. This is a tape delay pedal that clearly stands out from the crowd, offering a higher level of refinement than other similar pedals.

Enhance sounds with the iconic vintage preamp.

Perfected to enhance echoes and lend punch to the entire tone, the EP-III's emulation of the famous solid-state preamp delivers all the vitality and character of the vintage unit. Simple control allows you to modulate the effect to suit your needs.

Analog Experience: Tape Type, Wow and Flutter

Choose from three fascinating variations of the EP-III with the Mint,Worn and Old profiles to achieve unprecedented sonic depth. With the Wonk control you can shape refined yet quirky and textured repeats.

Sturdy stompbox for the stage, without compromise

Built with ruggedness to ensure reliable performance over the years, the Orion Tape Delay features a true/trails bypass switch, Preamp on/off controls, and an analog dry through circuit. Choose the Orion for your sonic journey and you will have the confidence of a trusted companion in your musical journey.

*Note: All trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used solely to represent the effects modeled as part of the Orion Tape Echo.

Technical Specifications.

• Power Requirements: 9VDC Isolated, Center-Negative, Minimum 250mA (Power Supply Sold Separately)
• Inputs: 1 x 1/4" TS Unbalanced
• Outputs: 1 x 1/4" TS Unbalanced
• USB Type-C Port for Upgrades Via Computer
• Height: 5.81 cm
• Width: 6.55 cm
• Depth: 12.07 cm
• Weight: 0.299 kg