What's the difference between digital and analog delay? Here's a simple comparison between the Boss DD7 digital delay pedal and the MXR Carbon Copy analog delay pedal
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@Jackdesj5 жыл бұрын
I like the break up on the analog. It seems less predictable ,like my ex wife.
@romanshredz Жыл бұрын
Dude 😂 was scrolling through the comments and this one made my day 😂 cheers 🍻
@blackbeltjones2903 Жыл бұрын
The ultimate dad joke.
@Toy1er7 ай бұрын
"My wife!" -Borat
@PaulIsbell6 жыл бұрын
I like the warmth of the analog delay, but I like the clarity of the digital.
@robb43405 жыл бұрын
That's why you need them both.
@arturoargumedo13593 жыл бұрын
Go for the MXR carbon copy bright!!! Is exactly what you´re asking for!
@Frijolero183 жыл бұрын
Most multi-mode digital delays have an analog setting. Idk about the DD7, but my DD8 has it. The sound is pretty convincing, though you obviously don't have control over stuff like modulation, which is why I still have my Deluxe Memory Boy.
@fredhgl3 жыл бұрын
@@Frijolero18 you do have control over the modulation. It has 2 trimpots inside the pedal.
@flynnhendry8 жыл бұрын
Finally, a demo with good clean sound
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@1cleandude5 жыл бұрын
Yes very well done demonstration; thanks!!
@naxxodrop7 жыл бұрын
Carbon Copy: the pedal that you love or hate. In my opinion, I love it so much.
@GTRalso Жыл бұрын
Probably the best explanation of the difference between the two I’ve seen. Doesn’t allow me to over think it. I get it now. Well done Peter!! Thanks
@petemalins Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the encouraging feedback! I hope it was helpful
@666madmetalhead7 жыл бұрын
The carbon copy is such a fantastic pedal. I really like its warm sound and it is also very versatile. You can play from rockabilly to some classic heavy metal and even some high gain stuff.
@soldierbreakneck7713 жыл бұрын
This is the best demonstration of digital/analog delay sound differences on entire youtube. For crunch guitar it is definitely digital. Analog works interesting but makes a lot of unpleasant changes in tails. Both are good for different situations. I would say with a bit simplifying: analog for clean "oldschool" sounding guitar (we get interesting sound), digital - for the rest.
@mato2677 Жыл бұрын
It isnt really, the differences here are just how hes dialing them in, you can make them pretty much sound identical
@pacyivory8 жыл бұрын
My vote goes to Boss DD-7. And i´m gonna buy it.That´s for sure. Thanks.
@applemanuk7 жыл бұрын
I have owned the DD-7 for quite a few years now but never really played around too much with it. It’s now back on my board. I mainly use it on the analog setting. I have always hankered after a true analog pedal and have always admired the MXR Carbon copy. I once purchased a really expensive high end Strymon but after a few days use sent it back. I figured that the DD-7 already gave me everything I needed from a delay. It’s also robust, has tap tempo and a looper option.
@petemalins7 жыл бұрын
Jonathan Bailey Yeah its a good solid pedal
@Junylung1223aa6 жыл бұрын
You got such a nice guitar sound demonstration with the kind speaking! I like your video. Lovely!
@ericrobinsonjazz29422 жыл бұрын
Most of my gigs are solo, but I think the best solution is to do what he’s done; have both on your board! Both of them sound so good 👊🏾💯💯
@robertmartin43437 жыл бұрын
Best comparison video i've seen, nice to finally have something with a distinguishable audio
@petemalins7 жыл бұрын
robert martin Thanks!
@benaaronmusic9 жыл бұрын
Thanks for comparing these delay pedals, Peter.
@PEMAMETAL5 жыл бұрын
I have the MXR Carbon Copy for 2 months now, but hearing this demo I think I prefer the DD7
@lanthaniated18 жыл бұрын
Awesome demo, like the MXR love the DD7.
@CoRpseEaTeR138 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video! Have a DD7 and thinking about a Carbon Copy, your video told me everything I needed to know. Thanks Peter
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alex! I'm glad it helped
@labayruben6095 жыл бұрын
I'm for DD7 but love also MXR carbon copy. Both are great pedals
@mikestibor18 жыл бұрын
Great comparison. I hated the digital chorus-y type artifacts present in the DD3. Before watching this video I was 99%certain I was going for the carbon copy. Now... Not so sure. Glad I found your video!
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael! Hope it helped. The best way of course is to play them yourself side by side at a guitar store. Remember the Carbon Copy is much "darker" if you're after that sound. And also it's manual, so you can't tap in the delay time
@christophergregory12055 жыл бұрын
I liked the warmth of the Carbon Copy much better. Had more depth. But the DD-7 sounds amazing, too!
@mattswanton7957 жыл бұрын
I kinda wish the carbon copy had a knob to let you control how dark or bright the delays are. The analog degradation effect is cool but i wish the first couple repeats had a bit more high end. Though I definitely prefer the carbon copy to the analog mode of the DD7, i still prefer the DD7 just cuz you get more of the transient response to get some nice choppy effects.
@petemalins7 жыл бұрын
Matt Swanton yeah true
@sparkyguitar00583 жыл бұрын
The mini Carbon Copy has the bright switch. Great now they got it
@coldwar19777 жыл бұрын
I want both!
@jayogden7734 жыл бұрын
Great vid Peter! Just wanted to mention the DD-7 also has an 'ANALOG' setting, so you can get both (Analog & Digital) if desired.
@dylanporter81054 жыл бұрын
It's essentially digital clarity vs analog warmth/darkness both great in their own sense
@JoelCaseyJonesMusic2 жыл бұрын
The correct answer is not analog OR digital.... but BOTH. I like analog with mod set to 1/4 into digital set to dotted 1/8 into a light shimmer verb.... in fact my ambient/u2 vibe pedal setup is pretty close to yours! Carbon Copy (deluxe for the tap tempo) > DD5 (slave tap to CC) > MXR reverb on shimmer. Insane sounds. Cheers!
@guitarnut74387 жыл бұрын
definitely prefer the analog one! Was not aware there was such a HUGE difference
@johnmelbournewinter5838 жыл бұрын
i just bought dd7 last week june 27 2016, i love the sound of it.
@AndroxineVortex8 жыл бұрын
To my hears the carbon copy (analog) has a more warmer sound like you said and makes it sound more natural while the boss pedal has a brighter and more intense tone. I think the boss pedal wouldbe better if you want to really hear your delays and have them last long and clear while the carbon copy creates this very smooth background with the sounds. I will probably get both eventually but I might get the carbon first. I want to make very ambient music and when I use delay I don't like having my delays get in the way if I continue to play so with the carbon copy my delays will blend into a nice natural background. Stack that with some reverb and that will be nice! I like delay but it has to be somewhat subtle for my tastes. Thanks for the video! Both are great pedals. Question for you: I noticed you have the mono shimmer pedal. I was thinking about getting a reverb and a dedicated shimmer/second verb pedal. How are you liking the mono shimmer pedal? And what overdrive pedal did you use?
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
+AndroxineVortex thanks for the comments. Yeah, you're right - the carbon copy sits nicely behind what you're playing and doesn't get in the way. It is good for ambient stuff. For ambient guitar I actually use both DD7 & Carbon copy and reverb, to get a richer sound. Bear in mind, though, that the Carbon Copy has a shorter delay time, since it's analog - and there's no tap tempo, so you have to set in manually. Whereas the DD7 has much longer delay times and tap tempo, which is good for dotted eighth delays in a band situation. As for the NEUNABER SERAPHIM reverb pedal, I love it! Beautiful sounding reverb and I love the shimmer too for ambient stuff. And the great thing is that you can turn the shimmer on or off on the fly just by depressing the switch. I posted some ambient videos on my KZbin channel using the Seraphim if you want to check them out
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
+AndroxineVortex Oh sorry I forgot about the overdrive question - I use the Bondi Effects Sick As overdrive stacked together with the M.I. Audio Blue Boy overdrive, for some creamy lead tones
@AndroxineVortex8 жыл бұрын
+Peter Malins thanks for the response. now when you turn the shimmer off can you control the reverb settings with the knobs just like the WET pedal?
@Claidheambmor8 жыл бұрын
+AndroxineVortex Yes - the Seraphim IS the Wet but with the tone control swapped with a shimmer knob. :)
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
+AndroxineVortex Yes with the Shimmer off, you just have the mix & depth controls like the Wet reverb
@mikeanderson13168 жыл бұрын
I went to GC last night to purchase a dd3 as I have a dd20 giga delay. but it is way to complicated for me.i have been playing acoustic for 1 year 1/2 . now I am switching to electric. so got home and the sales guy put in a dd-7 instead of the dd3. but I had also considered the mxr cc...after watching your post I have decided to keep the dd7..i think it is the best of both worlds..thank you
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
Great! Hope it helped
@worldwide13765 ай бұрын
Great demo, just what I was looking for. Thanks for doing this.
@BradleyVolk38 жыл бұрын
Haha very pretty sounding appregios. I think I like the boss digital better. That dd7 is like their most expensive single effect pedal. Sounds worth it to me.
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
BradleyVolk3 Thanks! Yeah the DD7 is a good solid pedal
@ThePuscher8 жыл бұрын
dd7 is best digital delay ever ^^
@snooze00237 жыл бұрын
Better than the Strymon Timeline.... I think not
@666madmetalhead7 жыл бұрын
ThePuscher The TC Electronic Flashback is class as well but it is way more expensive.
@siavashmassoudi7 жыл бұрын
666madmetalhead only $20 more where I'm from
@LeviBulger6 жыл бұрын
I agree. Hipsters love that strymon shit tho. It's more ambient and gazey I guess. But nothing beats a good analog for soundscapes.
@alexmurphy52895 жыл бұрын
Earthquaker devices afterneath
@Samana0098 жыл бұрын
The Carbon Copy goes dark too fast and too strong. I love a digital repeat.
@poulwinther7 жыл бұрын
Carbon so much more harmonic and dynamic sounding.
@ByronStreitz5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great demo - I play blues and classic rock, with little country and prefer the analog delay. Great comparison that really shows the differences. Thank you
@fueradeljuego7 жыл бұрын
In my experience, the carbon copy sounds good for slapback/rockabilly but sounds horrible with distortion, for example if you want to get a Gilmore sound stay away from the carbon copy (again, in my experience).
@666madmetalhead7 жыл бұрын
fueradeljuego Not really, it's all about setting your gear properly. I've got the Carbon Copy and haven't had any issue playing rock/metal stuff with it.
@jimmorrisoncold6 жыл бұрын
I disagree totally I could get fantastic distortion sound with carbon copy .. the key its the mix control my friend..
@user-vd7io9jc8f6 жыл бұрын
I get some great Gilmour tones using the CC and a Muff, also sounds good running the delay into the fuzz instead of the conventional fuzz into delay way.
@LeviBulger5 жыл бұрын
I've never liked the CC for fuzz either. It's just so damned dark
@Stratman3893 жыл бұрын
I have a boss GT8 and i've just purchased a Carbon copy. I like both too.
@gongfinger Жыл бұрын
I have the carbon copy, haven’t had it for long, but so far I really like it
@NicetoNice052 жыл бұрын
Man love those solos you did on the drive the melody is nice too
@petemalins2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@MoneyBooBoo8 жыл бұрын
If you play clean stuff the analog isn't bad. However if you play high gain stuff choose a digital delay, you will barely notice the analog delay playing with high gain distortion tones.
@George.Andrews. Жыл бұрын
Nothing makes us sound better than lots and lots of practice . I can't wait for the keely practice to come out.
@danyeo6 жыл бұрын
Digital delays are great for effects loops, especially high gain amps. Analogs are good for into the input of amps.
@hammettfcb6 жыл бұрын
Analog has a warmer and more subtle sound than digital. Digital is more accurate and tight. They're just different and it depends on the context which one is more usefull
@zeusathood9205 жыл бұрын
Those riffs you are playing sound so fucking clean!
@jhevier93107 жыл бұрын
Both sounds good,, just there's a lot more you can do with dd7, anyway when you play live or studio no one bothers wether you are using analog nor digital, Good and very clear comparison! Many thanks sir!
@Slavova357 жыл бұрын
The MXR Carbon Copy sounds muchs warmer!
@sparkyguitar00582 жыл бұрын
Got a C C on my board. Had a D D 5 on there also Switched out for a Donner Echo Square. More versatile especially the reverse. Smaller, newer and cheaper.
@robmag61567 жыл бұрын
I think they both sound great but the Boss obviously has more functionality. The delay knob on the MXR is maxed out the whole time. Nowhere left to go. Maybe that's a good thing (?) but just my observation.
@michaelinglis85165 жыл бұрын
True but that's just the delay intervals. With analog delay you don't have much use to space them out much further. With digital the delays repeat more accurately so you can space them longer. With that said, I have a CC that I've used for years and i do love it, but I would certainly like a digital delay as well for more precise delays when I'm playing prog. metal etc. on my 7 string. Like the beginning of after the burials song Neo Seoul(although I think that's a 9 nine string). I love that digital delay sound. I'm more a late 80s early 90s style player but I still play a lot of more modern music cause the skill level has been raised so much that I want to stay on my toes lol.
@masterofthetelecaster2 жыл бұрын
The digital I liked more with drive .. and the analog I liked - clean
@pablorustic4115 Жыл бұрын
Gran video comparativo, el mejor que he visto, muchas gracias amigo
@pedroj.delgado5199 Жыл бұрын
We have to require everybody to show ALWAYS the amp and its settings too. We need all the info in order to evaluate objectively. Thank you.
@fernheap8 жыл бұрын
I had a CC but exchanged it for a DD7, CC sounds good but it lacks the versatility of the DD7. Glad I bought in store so I didn't have to deal with the online exchange delay. Great vid, only get the CC if you are gonna chicken pick all day, otherwise get the DD7
@harringtonbenton3344 жыл бұрын
Analog + Tube amp v.s. Digital + Solid State amp the sound gap really starts to grow
@Smart-Alex7 жыл бұрын
I have both. Rather I had the Carbon Copy and still have the DD7 along with the Boss FS-5U footswitch. I grew to dislike the MXR repeat sound and it would get lost as well. The DD7 is just very flexible and can do many things well versus the one-trick Carbon Copy pony.
@suicideasteroid8 жыл бұрын
Great video, really helped me to make up my mind about the next delay.
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Glad it helped
@grandmasternz9 жыл бұрын
Love your licks, and that solo! Really enjoy style in general. You're the best guitarist in youtube for me.
@petemalins9 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the encouragement! I sincerely appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed it
@forsythdaniel5 жыл бұрын
The analog delay is more of a bridge between the digital delay and reverb.
@lanuovaluce763 жыл бұрын
Plug MXR into Marshall Amp like 1974x and it is AMAZING.
@56brever8 жыл бұрын
Excellent demo! Thanks for sharing this with us.
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@bodybuildingrocker72056 жыл бұрын
By 2:30 into the video it was a no brainer for me. I used to own the Carbon Copy but ive already sold it and ordered the dd7 ;)
@alvarg6 жыл бұрын
i think the carbon adds too much warmth which makes the signal muddy if you play to many notes, the dd7 seems to have a very nice articulation plus it also had the analog which is similar to what the carbon is doing anyway just less dark.
@palodine15 жыл бұрын
I have both. I usually use the analog and reverse settings on the DD-7 though. The analog is based on the Boss DM-2, so that in conjunction with the CC is a great pairing to my ears. I run in stereo so the CC comes first then into the DD-7 and into a Neunaber Immerse. Similar to this set up but my overall tone and settings are very different, which goes to show that effects can be used in quite different ways. Thanks for this video!
@gezhang56058 жыл бұрын
Like the analog tune. Thanks for the great demo man!
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@MediaBelajarKita6 жыл бұрын
After an overdrive is on, the boss dd7 is more likely dream theatre.... The spirit carries on
@continentalaquatics27255 жыл бұрын
The Carbon Copy almost sounds like a reverb pedal compared to the DD-7. I have a Carbon Copy and it does the job, but I’m starting to get the hankering for a Boss DD-3, DD-7 Or DD-20 unit again!
@elyhrluap7437 Жыл бұрын
If you don't have the budget to purchase the carbon copy i suggest shift to Joyo Analog Delay 🙂
@russellhamner51502 жыл бұрын
The analog lets the guitar tone come through 60% more for the 60s 70s, but if you want to match the sound of the boutique era of (70s, 80, 90s) them digital is the bomb
@gerisyandrayusman2414 жыл бұрын
Simple & great explanation!
@BledWh1te7 жыл бұрын
I play bass in a fairly dark, doom-y style and really prefer analog delay for that kind of thing. If I were playing something meant to sound brighter I'd go with a digital. These are both good pedals though
@bluesysamurainao45574 жыл бұрын
Nice play!! I am not so interested in any kinds of delay pedals. But some amazing guitarists play phenomenal OD sound with tiny delay added something like Legendary guitarist Robben Ford. Anyway delay pedals are really easy to make sounds more dramatic.
@taquitoburrito63357 жыл бұрын
I like digital more (:
@axleblaze1238 жыл бұрын
Carbon copy bright is very good with smooth bucket brigade tone
@mmtot Жыл бұрын
I have those exact three pedals on my board in the same order.
@larniete-puki76517 жыл бұрын
Hey Peter thanks for the demo I'm looking at the purchase of one or the other and happy with what was explained here - excellent demo DD7 for me .... CC later perhaps Very interested in the SERAPHIM Mono shimmer pedal you have there
@petemalins7 жыл бұрын
Larnie Puke Thanks! Yeah the Seraphim reverb is great - I love it!
@jstephen17 жыл бұрын
The DD-7 gives you those intense, clear repeats, whereas the Carbon Copy really widens out your tone and makes it much more full. They're both fantastic, and they both have their uses. Great demo!
@petemalins7 жыл бұрын
Jake Stephen Yeah true. Thanks
@michael_caz_nyc7 жыл бұрын
Yeah. Analog Delay ( or Tape Echo ) will Not Step On Your Playing , and sit in the background better. ( does not interfere, as it is less apparent ). The Digital Delay will do Crystal Clear & Pristine Repeats ( which will be much more Audible & Pronounced ). Ideally, it is nice to have a Delay Pedal that does Both-well, like the Boss DD-500 or Timeline or Timefactor ( and adjust tone, repeats & effect level - to taste ). Nice Demo though. Well-done.
@musiccer74462 жыл бұрын
I had multiple disgusts delays and they always didn’t feel right. I guess analog is better for my love of psychedelic rock
@David.S.8 жыл бұрын
Nice comparison, thanks for the video!
@knightlove10007 жыл бұрын
Hi Pete! excellent orienting video- I have in doubt just buying dd7(which already has an analog position )or mxr cc. I think in the end I would nding buyibg the two of them. regards.
@petemalins7 жыл бұрын
The Knight Thanks! Just try them both and see what you think
@klauswhitedreamer8 жыл бұрын
a very nice comparison ...
@daleweber25796 жыл бұрын
Mxr has brighter tone DD7 is a bit darker. I like them both would use both but I bought a DD7 for $90 mint used which is a steal price an unheard of until like 5 to 10 more years price may drop that low in the future. So, gotta go with DD7.
@joshuang39198 жыл бұрын
Can't decide still...Digital sounds better with a dirty/overdriven tone, but analog sounds better with clean and reverb. Also, AMAZING playing, but what were u playing when u started using the overdrive? It's awesome ;-)
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the encouraging feedback Joshua! Much appreciated. Actually for the overdrive solos I was actually just improvising in the major scale
@chakitaklla11146 жыл бұрын
I wanted to cry at some tunes haha very emotional
@MaximPustovit2 жыл бұрын
Great demo! Thank you!
@arthuralexander46878 жыл бұрын
damn I like both! Thanks for the demo :)
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
Yeah they're both different and unique and actually go great together - that's why I have both ;-) Nice to have a digital and analog delay. But it depends what you use delay for
@sparkyguitar00584 жыл бұрын
Peter Malins I have both but my Boss is DD-5 w/ the tap tempo switch added. My Carbon Copy feeds back so bad that I dont use the regen much past 11:00. I kinda use the Copy as a reverb mostly w/ the mod switched on. Also opened up the pedal and adjusted the inside knob to about 2:00. Love them both ,still many more sounds to blend and use as I get to know each pedal better. Forgot to say I glued a plastic piece to the mod button raising it up so I can switch it on or off w/ my foot. More versatility live.
@eddiewilson46957 жыл бұрын
Better comparison would have been boss dd-3 vs carbon copy
@BRich68 жыл бұрын
Marvelous review! I have a DD-7 and I'm considering getting a MXR carbon copy for options. I love the sound of the analog delay for some things. When you play them together which do you put first in your chain?
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I put the analog delay first in the chain - but just experiment to see what you like. I did another video about using 2 delay pedals
@Claidheambmor8 жыл бұрын
+Peter Malins That makes sense, then you have the crisp repeats feeding into the analog repeats, so they fade out organically. :)
@axlvelez8 жыл бұрын
Nice Review, it really helped me a lot! By the way, can you please tell me what overdrive you're using?
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
+Jose Velez Thanks! I use the Bondi Effects Sick As overdrive and stack it (run it together) with the M.I. Audio Blue Boy for lead/solos
@workshoptazz78935 жыл бұрын
Just get both and get it over with!! It's ok to have one of each..... providing the wife don't know 🤔
@fullclipaudio4 жыл бұрын
How could they ever know? It all looks the same to them.
@workshoptazz78934 жыл бұрын
@@fullclipaudio lol, true!
@fullclipaudio3 жыл бұрын
@@carnmarth334 Possibly. There are a few languages still in use on the African continent that do not have a word for the color blue. If you show those people a color chart they have a very hard time telling the difference between green and blue because without a word, their brain doesn't distinguish the difference. It is the same with wives. See, they don't have words for our gear therefore they can't see any of it.
@branimirtrifunovic73155 жыл бұрын
To me, at least, it sounds like the analog is better for rhythmic compositions while the digital is better for leads and melodies.
@john-zw9rw5 жыл бұрын
I hear a Ricness in the MXR ....the Boss sounds and feels thinner....... to my ears...
@Andrei.x84 жыл бұрын
The mxr sounds more natural
@charlesmagno288 жыл бұрын
hey guys I currently use the built in delay for Boss ME-25. but I kinda find it a hassle to set things up there. im planning to get a seperate delay pedal, is there really a big difference in sound?
@N2h28 жыл бұрын
Pretty nice review. deserve a like.
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@SihtamEmperor8 жыл бұрын
thanks! awesome video
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@TwistedMind86Chern3 жыл бұрын
Damn Carbon copy is the real deal if you love darker sounds.
@scottnewell5118 жыл бұрын
Would digital produce a better sound if you used this for vocals, than an analog would?
@petemalins8 жыл бұрын
I would definitely think so, although I haven't tried it with vocals
@jumpingman81608 жыл бұрын
If you can put your hands [and feet] on a Zoom MS70CDR and do a comparison like this one it would be very interesting.
@chucksguitarshop3 жыл бұрын
great demo
@dopesandwiches39925 жыл бұрын
What drive pedal are you using? It sounds amazing
@enverunver96368 жыл бұрын
Thanks, that really helped.
@hibou176 жыл бұрын
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@mrt77wv4 жыл бұрын
I like to run an analog into digital. That way you can have the darker and lo-fi repeats of the analog, but also longer delay times and more repeats of the digital.