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Akai Headrush Echo/Delay Simulator with Loop Recorder
The Akai E2 Headrush Tape Echo/Delay and Phrase Sampler Pedal is a versatile stomp box that simulates a 4-head analog tape echo machine and includes both a normal delay effect and loop recording capabilities. Plug your guitar, bass, vocal, or mono synth into the E2's 1/4" input, and prepare to be awash in repeated signals.
Operational modes include a Normal Delay Mode, a Tape Echo Mode, and a Looping Recorder Mode that lets you play and record a phrase and immediately loop playback so you can overdub. Delay options include real time feedback and gain adjustment as well as echo rate, high frequency damping, and other controls. In Tape Echo Mode up to four virtual tape head returns use their own outputs, which you can send to separate amps or mixer channels. Alternately, the four outputs can be selectively routed to and combined at the Mix output. In Normal Delay Mode, the effected (wet only) signal can also be received via the Head 1 output.
The E2 improves upon its predecessor, the E1 by using two heavy-duty footswitches and offering foot switch mode selection as well as tempo tap.
The Headrush requires a 9V power supply such as the recommended P9-III AC Adaptor (not included).
- 16-bit Digital Delay
- Set the delay time anywhere between 0.5 ms and 23.8 seconds using the Normal Delay (default sample rate is 44.1 kHz). You can even achieve a generous 35.0 seconds of delay in Extend Mode (using a 29.4 kHz sample rate), to simulate cavernous echoes.
- Three Delay Effects in One
- The Headrush includes a vintage Tape Echo effect, a Normal Delay, and a Looping mode. Turning the HF Damp knob in Tape Echo Mode dials in a muffled sound to simulate the classic analog sound.
- Looping Recorder with Overdub
- The looping recorder function with unlimited overdubs allows elaborate solo performances. Play and record a phrase and immediately loop the playback so you can overdub. Normal loops last up to 23.8 seconds (overdubs last 11.9 seconds), though in lo-fi Extend mode these ranges stretch out to 35.6 and 17.8 seconds respectively. Overdubbed phrases are layered over original phrases for a lush wall of sound.
- Designed for Live Performance
- Most critical functions are available using two sturdy foot switches. Pressing both simultaneously lets you switch between Tape Echo, Normal Delay, and Looping Rec mode. Stomping the right switch twice on beat lets you set the delay tempo without putting down your instrument. In Looping Rec Mode, this same switch turns overdubbing on or off. Use the left switch as an effect bypass control. The LED display indicates which effect is in use and a flashing Tempo indicator lets you know the current speed of the delay or loop.
- Full Control
- Sculpt the echo you want by adjusting the volume level, amount of high frequency damping, number of repeats (feedback), delay time, the relative gain of the four Head outputs, and the apparent timing differences between the four virtual heads.
- Configurable Outputs
- In Tape Echo Mode, up to four separate Head delay outputs can be sent to your mixer for custom panning and adjustment or to separate amps for a variety of four-channel effects. Use the Mix output for a combined signal. Each time you connect to one of the four Head output jacks, that signal is removed from the Mix. In Normal Delay Mode, two outputs are used: one for the Mix, and one with wet effects output only.
| Pedals | No |
| Switches |
Foot Switches Dual-Function On/Off and Play/Stop Dual-Function Tap Tempo and Rec/Over Dub Selectors Looping Level (Vari/Fix) Looping Time (Normal/Extend) Mode Button Mode Select (Tape Echo, Normal Delay, or Looping Rec) |
| Controls |
Level Knob HF Damp Knob Feedback Knob Time Coarse/Time Knob Time Fine/Head Gap Knob Ratio |
| Connectors |
Input 1/4" TS Phone Outputs 5 x 1/4" TS Phone (Mix, Effect/Head 1, Heads 2-4) |
| Effects |
Vintage 4-Head Tape Echo Normal Delay Digital Loop Recording |
| Display | No |
| Hard Disk Space |
9V DC (160mA) MP9-III AC Adaptor not included |
| Dimensions | 5.51 x 7.22 x 2.56" (14.0 x 18.35 x 6.5 cm) |
| Weight | 2.54 lbs (1.15 kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Versatile (5)
- Compact (4)
- Easy to use (3)
- Excellent sound quality (3)
- Good audio (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Performances (5)
- Amateur recording (3)
- Professional recording (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (4), Professional musician (3)
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Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Akai Headrush Echo/Delay Simulator with Loop Recorder:
use it for performance
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Akai Headrush Echo/Delay Simulator with Loop Recorder:
Great item
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Mobile DJ
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Akai Headrush Echo/Delay Simulator with Loop Recorder:
The headrush is awesome, couldn't be easier to use, once you read over the manual. The buttons are a perfect size for the common shoe size. love its application...only down fall is that you cant use the phase sampler and delay/echo at same time.
Pros
- Excellent Sound Quality
- Responsive
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Performances
- Professional Recording
- Soundtracks
Comments about Akai Headrush Echo/Delay Simulator with Loop Recorder:
Acoustic or electric guitars and basses plug right into this pedal.
It's very easy to operate and sounds great.
The only drawback I might offer is that its footpriint/size is rather large and I was barely able to squeeze it into my pedal board.
With that being said - the pedal made it on board without pushing any other pedals off and I am really enjoying it!
Pros
- Excellent Sound Quality
- Sturdy and solidly built
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Performances
Comments about Akai Headrush Echo/Delay Simulator with Loop Recorder:
I am still learning how to use it but the sound quality is great! I can use this with stock amp gain / distortion and get a very nice sound. Simple to use, buttons have no noise, feels like it is built nice and soldi. I'd buy another one if I ever lost this one, no hesitation. I think I will get alot of use from this piece of gear. Exceptional pedal for the price!
Pros
- Compact Design
- Excellent Sound Quality
- Good Selection Of Effects
- Responsive
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Performances
Comments about Akai Headrush Echo/Delay Simulator with Loop Recorder:
This is a great looper and delay pedal. sounds fantastic and easy to learn.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Akai Headrush Echo/Delay Simulator with Loop Recorder:
I found the Headrush pretty easy to use, but still not so easy that it gets boring. It has plenty of functions to play with and there are lots of great sounds to find. The loop function does its job with up to 35 secs intervals. The delay has two different settings, Normal Delay and Tape Echoe. There are plenty of ways to adjust the sound as you want it, like the depth of the tone (HF Damp) which adjusts the high frequency.
With the Headrush you can use the functions in many different ways. By using the delay function and all the settings on full you can get a great psycadelic sound where the tones swim around in ou amp, or you can set the settings very low and get a Eric Johnson sort of solo sound, also great. The only thing I find sad is that you can't use the effects together (you can't have delay in a loop recording)
I am very satisfied with it, it had all I wanted. For those who are thinking of buying one and haven't got the chance to try it yourself, check out the videos on youtube.
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Cables
- Price: $4.54
- GBP 2.90
Cases & Protection
- Price: $34.99
- GBP 22.34
What's in the Box
- E2 Headrush Delay and Phrase Sampler Pedal
- 1-Year Warranty
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