Catalinbread Belle Epoch Tape Echo

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THE BELLE EPOCH

Welcome to the Catalinbread Belle Epoch Tape Echo, with tape echo sounds so authentic you’d swear there was

tape inside the pedal!

Inspired by the Maestro Echoplex, EP-3 model, perhaps the most famous tape delay ever, it helped dene the

sound of 70’s rock guitar and was used by almost everyone! Jimmy Page, Brian May, Tommy Bolin, KK Downing,

Van Halen, etc, etc!

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Summary

Quick Start Guide

Echoplex Design Inspiration

Belle Epoch Key Features

All-Discrete Preamp

Discrete preamp for enhanced touch-sensitivity, works with 9-18V.

Replicated Delay Time Range

Belle Epoch Control Emulation

Control Descriptions

Mix Control

Replicates Echo Volume, controls dry to wet signal mix.

Tone;Record Level Control

Sets input level, affects first repeat tone and volume.

Sway;Mod Control

Adjusts random tape wow and flutter effects in echoes.

Echo Sustain Control

Controls feedback for repeats, from single to self-oscillation.

Echo Delay Control

Sets delay time, designed for real-time manipulation like EP-3.

Internal Controls and Power

Gain Trimmer

Buffer; True-bypass Switch

Power Supply Requirements

Requires 9-18V DC Negative Ground power supply, minimum 70mA.

Belle Epoch Placement