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About This Pedal
The Catalinbread Belle Epoch Tape Echo recreates the sound, response, and character of the legendary Echoplex EP-3, delivering warm, organic tape echo tones in a compact pedal format. This Tone Shop Guitars exclusive Red Edition features Japanese-labeled controls and is available only through Tone Shop.
Unlike standard digital delay pedals, the Belle Epoch captures the interaction, preamp coloration, and musical decay of a true tape echo unit. Even at subtle settings, it adds depth, harmonic richness, and movement to your signal, making it equally effective as a traditional delay or an always-on tone enhancer.
This exclusive version retains the same circuit and performance as the standard Belle Epoch, paired with a custom Red enclosure and Japanese control text for a distinct visual identity unique to Tone Shop.
Highlights
- Tone Shop Guitars exclusive Red colorway with Japanese-labeled controls
- Authentic EP-3–style tape echo response and preamp character
- Warm, organic repeats with natural decay and musical feedback
- Excellent as both a delay effect and tone-shaping preamp
- Hand-built in the USA by Catalinbread
Controls
- Echo Sustain – Controls feedback and repeat length
- Delay Time – Sets the delay speed
- Echo Volume – Controls delay output level
- Mix – Blends dry and effected signal
- Record Level – Adjusts input gain and tape saturation character
Specifications
- True bypass switching
- Standard 9V DC center-negative power (power supply not included)
- Compact enclosure for pedalboard-friendly setups
- Designed and built in the USA
Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?
This Belle Epoch Tape Echo is a Tone Shop exclusive Red Edition, produced specifically for Tone Shop Guitars and unavailable through other dealers.