Memory Boy : Electro Harmonix Memory Boy (Analog Delay)

About Electro Harmonix Memory Boy.

A medium size analog delay which i personally bought almost only for el. guitar use. Saying "almost" means that it's use is beyond only using it for a guitar.

A classic warm analog sound with 3 extra features which work absolutely perfect: a chorus modulation, a vibrato modulation and last but not least an expression pedal input which can handle the modulations or the delay in a very gentle and professional way. Of course depending on the expression pedal you use and its quality; i used a Hotone Soul Press which was more than enough.

About the delay of the pedal: an effect which will come in handy to any musician who thinks out of the box and is patient enough to explore the pedal to its full capacity. The sound, as i mentioned, is the classic analog warm sound which holds a character of its own and of the notes you play. The oscillation is just more than enough from a pedal of this range (regarding the size and cost).

The sound of the chorus and the vibrato is brilliant and turn your every sound into a very spacious and unique one.

The absence of tap tempo switch might be disturbing for some people who want a fast switch between delay speeds but if you are clever enough the expression pedal can do the job. Also have to mention that you save quite enough space on the pedalboard with the absence of tap tempo feature.

Regarding the hardware: the knobs are easy to spot on even from a standing position (excluding the modulation switch which you will have to have set before playing).

The main switch, and in my opinion the only foul of the pedal, but not very sure if it's a "lucky one" or it is the same on every pedal, is a little stiff when pressing. But again it is my taste which requires a little more soft press (some people find it normal).

Since it is the only "flaw" i have spoted i am not gonna deprive a "star of quality" and will close with that:

a very versatile delay pedal which is the money for value one and will keep every delay addict satisfied!