The Vox Time Machine dual-mode delay pedal was
created in a collaboration between world-renowned guitarist Joe
Satriani and VOX. With two delay modes and a Hi-Fi/Lo-Fi switch, it
delivers a wide range of delay sounds and yet remains remarkably easy
to use.
Two delay modes to handle any situation
The Time Machine has both Modern and Vintage delay modes. The Modern
mode mirrors your original sound with full clarity and fidelity, and
will fit any style of music. As its name suggests, the Vintage mode
delivers the sound of a classic tape delay pedal. A proprietary
saturation circuit creates a warm, analog sound with a nice sense of
distortion. Gentle modulation is also applied in the vintage mode,
reproducing the slight warbling produced by a tape-based delay. The
amazing effectiveness is the result of an uncompromising process of
testing and refining carried out by Joe and VOX.
Hi-Fi/Lo-Fi switch summons up Joe Satriani's custom tone
Joe wanted to get a sound that blends nicely with the other
performers—whether you're on stage or in the studio—and yet also has
some thickness to the tone. The solution was to add a Hi-Fi/Lo-Fi
switch to the Time Machine. The Hi-Fi mode delivers a transparent,
uncolored sound. The Lo-Fi mode, on the other hand, provides a
distinctive EQ, combining both high-pass and low-pass filters. This EQ
uses filters that have been precisely adjusted to Joe's taste, so that
your guitar sound will blend naturally in the mix—without obscuring or
interfering with the other players.
Versatile functions equal a diverse range of sound
The Vox Time Machine is an effect pedal like no other, one that expands
your sound-creating potential through a variety of practical functions.
The delay time is adjustable over a broad range—from 30ms slapback to
nearly 6 full seconds of delay*. You can also use the tap tempo switch
to set the delay as triplets, eighth notes, dotted 8th notes, or
quarter notes depending on the delay range position setting. The
chicken-head knobs that are a VOX tradition (and also favored by Joe)
allow you to make fine adjustments—even while holding a pick—so it's
easy to make quick yet precise changes. There are also two output
jacks, so the unprocessed "dry" sound and the processed "wet" sound can
be output separately. By connecting these two jacks to different amps,
you can obtain spacious delay sounds that are highly effective in any
playing environment.
* Maximum delay is 5800 milliseconds when using the tap temp switch and 1000 milliseconds when using the delay control.
Features:
- Dual-mode delay: "modern" and "vintage."
- Two EQ modes: "Hi-Fi" or "Lo-Fi"
- Broad delay time range, with tap tempo control
- Independent wet and dry stereo outputs
