Marshall EH-1 Echohead

Very easy to use, just needs a little time to find out what is the sound you want, how much feedback, level....

Just digital sounding, but you can pick up modern sounds as classic rock pieces.
I prefer the first 2 effects hifi & analog, but also the reverse mode is very interesting to imitate "are you experienced" & thing like that.
It is noisy when you are using a battery, who don't seam to last a lot, but with an adapter everything is ok.
The effects are ok, though 3 modes where enough, I use this pedal as support to my solo, reverb takes the attack away while echo/delay reinforce it, but anyhow my settings are pure analoge through a tube amp .

It is a good pedal, I don't think marshall will bring crap if they were not sure of this pedal.
Many people complained about the battery, but this happens also with the LINE 6 echopark or the IBANEZ digital & analog delay.... so just use an adaptor.
I certainly would use it during a gig: why not?

Play basicly blues & classic rock, it is a good choice, I got almost 10 year experience (classical guitar & blues)
I know what's good when I buy a pedal, I'm not that kind of person searching for racks or multi effects things, finaly it is the guitarist who makes the sound & not the effect, so if your playing is bad, a digital delay will not help you.
Got lots of pedals: TS9, classic fuzz, holy grail, octavia fuzz & a clyde deluxe by fulltone & this echohead is just as good as the others, when I 'll be tired of it I'll sell it: voil??!
I wish as said by other people that it hat an adaptor.
It's not so expensive & built in a solid box & also the switch is excellent.
Invest first your timle and money in guitar studies, when you feel you know a lot, the search for your sound & your pedals, everything you'll get under your feet will sound awesome.........cheers

It is just simple, maybe the settings depend on the guitarist.

I prefer to play without effects, but I use this effect sometimes, just during some solos of Pink Floyd, Jimi Hendrix.....
The echohead goes thru a Vox 848 Clyde McCoy wah wah & a TubeScreamer, out in a Hotrod Deluxe by fender, with a fender stratocaster with Texas special PU
The sound is good, it is digital & analogue simulation, reverse, multitap.... no noise at all.
I was wondering thru' lots of effects, didn't want to spend a lot for a pedal that I use sometime, memoryman would be a good choice, but prefer a microvibe instead.

No problems
THE NEGATIVE ASPECTs OF THIS PEDAL are THE BATTERY(life), better use an adapter!! it's almost impossible to work with a 9v battery & also THE LEVEL indicator on the knobs is too reflecting.

I play latinjazz, blues, rockblues & some psychedelic stuff.
Should be a little cheaper, echo is an effect that most guitarist don't use very often: so.
The quality is good & also very hard construction, possibility to add tap-pedal & a sort of true by pass called by marshall "passive bypass".
I wish the BATTERY could last more or at least that Marshall could mention it when you buy it or just eliminate the battery & make it with adapter included in the price.

Easy to get good sound out of.
Editing patches???turn the knobs...I know it's hard but you can do it.
Manual...did it come with one?..why?

First of all I should explain I own a brand new (used 10 times or so) EP-3 Echoplex, a DL-4, and have owned and played Eventide GTR-4000
Boss GT-Pro. Roland SDE-3000, SDE-2500, SDD-2000..and too many others to list.
I use Gibby LP's and Wolfgang USA guitars. Cyber twin head w/412
JSX w/xxx cab and Mesa F50.
This pedal is not noisy at all...very quiet...studio quiet.
The effects are subtle enough to not blanket your tone but are strong enough to always sound good..very tweakable and the different models are very good. I think some of the reviewers should take another look and actually spend more than 2 minutes trying to get "their" tone.

I'm just saying that since I own an Echoplex that is absolutely stellar, I can't lug it around and don't want to damage it since it's now worth a chunk of cash, so this EH-1 would be my choice over the rest of my delays. Honestly, I didn't expect that. I figured here goes another "test pedal" and I'll probably sell it after the honeymoon is over...NO WAY. I played this once and was absolutely hooked. I had like 1 minute to turn the knobs and I thought I would probably just hook up the DL-4 which was in my bag...never did...the EH-1 performed stellar and gave me a new edge that the DL-4 seems to eat.
The DL-4 is great sounding but it has a huge tendency to take the modulation and delay in it's own direction without warning...don't really like that, and it's very noticable.
I like the EH-1 and I give credit for Marshall for being honest in their presentation of this pedal.

This thing is a small footprint and is built like a tank.

Don't know. Haven't owned that much Marshall gear but a friend of mine...
I'll give them a 9 since I really don't know.

I play Christian contemporary music and this sounds great with what we play. I've been playing for 30+ years.
I have a pro studio and tons of other gear..SDE-3000, SDD-2000 which are two of the best delays in the world, but who wants to lug them around in a box since they're hard to find and pristine vintage gear...not me.

I would replace this if it was lost or stolen.
I love the delays and the modeling actually sounds different from one to the next..more than just a small filtering change.
I basically did the comparison in the sound quality section.

This will definately be a songwriting tool. I used to take a rack unit on vacation for writing on the run...now I can just take the EH-1 without a question as to whether it will perform.

In closing I would surely recommend the EH-1 Echohead delay.
Marshall did a premium job on this and I would not listen to the negative reviews much as they couldn't have spent much time with it.
The guys I play with are all professional guys and they all loved it...that's not an easy task. ;) AND that, is why I give it a 10.

If you've used delay pedals before this is nothing new. I agree that the knobs are a little fiddly and difficult to see the black marker but that's really splitting hairs.

I was after an analog-sounding delay with tap tempo and bought this as it was the cheapest one I could find (the only others I could think of were the Akai Headrush, DLS EchoTap, Line6 Echo Park and, God forbid, some Digitech offering).
My frame of reference as regards analog delay is my majestic Maxon AD999 and, compared to that, the analog simulation not that authentic (doesn't have the same creamy, dark warmth or ability to self-oscillate).
Nevertheless, it is a very pleasant effect indeed. Not cold like most digital delays, and for my uses, is perfectly acceptable as an alternative to the real thing (especially with the tap tempo function and very lengthy delay times).
On the subject of tap tempo, you CANNOT just use any sustain/momentary type footswitch to control this - I went through about 4 different ones before I found one that worked (cheapo Meridian SK20). I much prefer having a separate footswitch for triggering the tap tempo rather than having to do some complictaed tap-routine (press for 5 secs, release for 2, turn around, press for 2 secs, do a handstand, make a sandwich, tap and hold for 3 mins, then tap away...) that most of the other pedals require.
As regards the other 'sounds' on the pedal; I will probably never use the digital, tape or modulation settings but may get into the multi-tap at some point to get some Sigur Ros type atmospherics going, but if the pedal had only the analog mode I would still pay the same for it.

Been fine so far (six months usage several times a week).

I have e-mailed Marshall several times about various gear-related subjects and never yet received any reply. This is poor. Thankfully my queries were not that important but if they were I would be seriously cheesed off. There isn't even a phone number on their website.

A great value, highly useable and pleasant sounding analog delay simulation with the added benefit of long delay time and tap tempo (although if you want something that sounds identical to a DM2/Memory Man/MXR/AD80 you may not be entirely satisfied).
BTW this pedal is NOT true bypass. Marshall describe it as having 'passive bypass' - if it really were true bypass they would have called it that - so it's probably some sort of buffered electronic switching (more useful than true bypass anyway as it will help to buffer your signal on its long journey along that cable to the amp).

Easy to figure out: 4 knobs that control the 6 modes, delay time, repeats and time. I love simplicity! Yet there are a few little things that mean this gets a 7. Firstly the knobs are tiny and a little bit fiddly. No real worry but a bit annoying. Second, there is no way you'll see what setting this thing is on in the dark - the markers are near invisible due to the polishe knobs. Lastly, i think the delay knob should have been marked with times rather than just dots. This last one is a personal preference really and an issue of lazyness but still it might help some people looking for a specific delay time.

Im upgrading all my gear from a multieffects unit. I realised after I bought this that I was probably looking more for a reverb pedal. But that doesn't matter now. I love this pedal. The digital and analog delays are great, as is the tape. Havent tried multitap yet but working on it. Mod filter is odd but useable. A little disappointed witht the reverse delay - I wanted a stronger reverse sound but as this was an additional feature to other great models I dont really mind.
Sound is great through both humbuckers and single coils. Run it on power supply to avoid large batter bill. beware that lighting can have effect on digital units. Some people have reported static and i think its more to do with their houses than the pedal. Awesome beast

Owned it for about 3 months now. Built like a tank. You could throw this at someone at a gig, knock 'em out and continue playing without any care. No need for backup

No opinion as i havent dealt with them but the website has really good info so i can imagine support is good. After all, its marshall!

Theres a few niggles here or there but thats more personal preference. An amazing pedal. I play a real mix of music from classic rock to experimental. Have been using this for perfect circle style stuff and it really works well. Same for doing Muse songs. It can also do U2 style stuff (apparently thats why everyone buys delay...hmmm maybe not) If you want a good solidly built, well priced pedal to expand your tonal palette this is where it is at

pretty simple really, its got lots of options on it but the manual is really good. the only gripe i have is that its difficult to see the knobs when you're on stage, but the good thing is that the knobs are really responsive but not over sensitive, what i mean is that if you're trying to find a delay time that you had two mins ago its really easy to get it back by turning it here and there. some delays are not like this because the knobs are to sensitive so even though you are convinced the knob was in the same position as before, the delay time isnt right. i hope that makes sense?

I love delay, I mean I really love delays, I use it on everything, I like to create a lovely sonic landscape in which i can bathe in and swim around in. so I love delays. I bought this to replace a digitech digidelay, which is a good pedal, sounds similar to the boss. I also use a line 6 DL4. I wasnt happy with the digidelay because, although it was good, i only used one setting on it, and that setting was ok rather than amazing. Anyway i was looking for something a little warmer. So i got this. Its amazing, it really is. favourite settings are the analogue and tape modes, also the multitap. They sound so warm, and very natural sounding, this is a very natural sounding delay pedal. The digital delay setting suprised me the most because even this is warm and natural sounding. the reverse setting is "interesting" shall we say but could be used. the modulation setting is good for creating amazing alien sounds to. but overall my opinion is this is that its really warm sounding. I love it, for the price, the compact housing and the fantastic sounds it makes I dont think i'll ever switch, based on all of this i give it a 10

its built like a tank, ive had marshal pedals before and they last for years

couldnt say so will remain at neutral 5

if it were lost or stolen i'd buy another straight away. for any delay purposes it outclasses the digidelay and the boss stuff. the delays themselves sound much more 'real' to my ears than anything i've used before, including the Dl4, but the DL4 is a different beast so to compare them would be wrong. i love the fact that its so warm sounding? my favourite setting is the tape delay. i love tape delay and this does a pretty good impression of one, probably nothing like the real thing but what this does sounds beautiful. its so tweakable to. plus the option of a seperate tap tempo works better for me. all in all for me its perfect - sounds lovely, cheap, looks cool, reliable

Very easy to use, just for standard setting average use.
Heav not try with certain very usefull tapswitch expander pedal.
(For live giging important).
I put it in front of amp input, after distortion pedal.

The sound out of this unit is compared to price very nice and musical.
Tried it with Peavey Classic 30 and small practise combo without springreverb.
My favorites are Mode 2.analogue, 3.tape echo, for more special use #4. Multi tap.
I hade a Line6 echopark, that did not sound better, just had more possibilitis, what also makes it more difficult do get the right or usefull sound by a short twist of knobs.
There are many other units on the market, that maybe have more to offer. But also more mony is required also, to get it!

No plastic, just solid steel and heavy weigth.
The only real bad point is the noise, (that appears instead as delay), when the battery is near empty. And this happens very very soon. Battery eater!!!!!!!!!
So use with 9V Adaptor is required for proper sound benefits and no bad surprises at the wrong moment.

Don't speak chinese and not tried:-)

I play Blues and Pop and mainly repair and modify amps and guitars.
Bougth it 2.hand almost new.
If ther where a sencond switch for tap delaytime, wow....!!!
Not usefull in battery mode.

comon...its easy, play 10 minutes around and you know whats goin on !

Sorry, I have orderd it online so I never have test it before, but after one week I send it back.
The only mod that is "nice" and nearly usable, is the analog thing.
The rest is stupid ussles toy adding fun shit with no musician feeling.

I have a Boss DD3 and a Maxon Ad 900 as main delays.
A Roger Mayer Voodoo Vibe and a Maxon modded Phaser for specal effects.
But I was interessted in that " all in one box " hype thing.

No, for me its wasted money and time.
For kids that beginning with adding the amp sound extra dimensions, it can work for some time, but not when you play studio session jobs or playing payed gigs, serious !

My Guitars ; Music Man Petrucci 7 string with piezos, PRS single cut.
Gibson Lucille.
My Amps ; 2 x Engl Souveraigns 2x12 Combos and a Engl Screamer at home
My Effectes ; To many to count, but for live gigs I only use the Boss
DD 3, the Voodoo vibe, the Maxon Ts 9 and a
Cry Baby. Amp chanel switcher.

send it back after 1 week, dont know.

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I dont need toys, I need real musician equipment, that helps to express my soul, technik and sound needs. That one is shit.
When you know what you want or just need a toy for home !? well.....

Four knobs, all easy to get used to quickly. If you have used delay pedals before this should be a breeze...

The sounds that come from this little digital device are quite plesant. Having mostly messed around with the reverse & tape settings I am very happy with the tones it has provided me.

Much better overall tone than the Digitech digital delay. have yet to a/b with the Boss DD6.

Sometimes the delay can get a bit too saturated and noisy. Not to mention 'distorts' with harder pick attacks into a pair of humbuckers.

This pedal is in use with my Ampeg G20.

Spillover is incredibly cool! Why does none of the competition have spill over?????

My last two Marshall pedals were built very solid, and lasted quite a long time. (in fact they are still kicking around to this very day.) I'm sure I would not have a problem keeping this thing around for years to come.

never delt with Marshall directly

I'm pretty enthusastic about this $90 pedal. It's the second cheapest delay pedal I have seen or played through. (the cheaper being the DE7 Ibanez digital delay)

Yes, it's not as good sounding as my Maxon AD999, nor does it sound as good or operate as easily as my Danelectro 'Reel Echo' it still is an amazing little box.

I do wish the delay time in reverse mode was a bit longer. For my use (reversing an already delayed signal... cascading my AD999 into the EH1) it does what it needs too how it needs to.

Straight forward enough - the usual delay features, delay length, number of repeats and dry/effect mix, plus the 6 different "modes" including tape delay, analog, reverse, digital, modulation and tap tempo. HOWEVER, and several other reviews have mentioned this, as with all these Marshall effects, the knobs are a nighmare to see unless you are 2 feet or less away from them. On my Marshall effects I have replaced the knobs with plastic alternatives[difficult to find them the right size though] or painted the top of the knob and drawn a line on them with black felt pen.The different modes are written in very small print too on the front of the pedal - not easy to see in a live situ.This HAS to bring the overall score down to 6 for me. Also, it doesn't have an instant long to short delay ability at the flick of a switch or twist of a knob- like the danecho, Boss or digitech.

Very good sound I would say. My fave is analog - because the decay of the repeats is nice. Tape comes a close second. Didn't get the Modulation - couldn't see what the point of it was, and didn't think I could hear it. Don't think I'd use tap tempo, but having to have a footswitch in addition to the pedal to do this is not as good as the Boss. Reverse is let down by it not being available as totally dry [ same as Boss DD5]so you can't get that Are You Experienced thing . I bought the pedal partly because of this feature, and haven't found it of much use as it is without the dry repeat option. The carry over of echos is a great idea, but doesn't work when you use the pedal in stereo. Again I wanted this pedal to work in stereo to run into two amps, but also wanted the carry over feature. So I suppose I goofed.

Just to repeat what others have said - don't power effects units with batteries unless they are designed to sound better that way [old tranny boost and fuzz pedals for example]. Delay pedals take up far too much juice. Be careful with your daisy chaining here - I had one of the unused output plugs on my daisy chain resting against the metal case of another pedal on my board and it meant that when I switched on the Echohead, there was no effect at all -just the red light. It took two gigs for me to realise what the problem was- again I goofed. I think the on/off switch is flimsy too. It looks like a regular heavy duty one, but doesn't operate like it. No probs with popping or crackles tho'- and mines an early one. True bypass effects sometimes pop when you switch them on for the first time.

Never dealt with 'em

Well, maybe I'm going through all the different types of delays before I get back to using the one I started with. I'm getting a digitech x series to replace this one because it has the tap tempo on the pedal, the carry over in stereo [I think], the dry reverse, and all the features of the echo head. The Line 6 Echo Park has the best features but is let down by the power supply hum issue. Will I regret selling my echohead? Who knows. I liked my Danecho very much but thought this more versatile.
I don't think my set up makes a difference to the sound, so I won't bore you with the type of pick up I have on the bridge side of my custom color 1967 Custom Shop Relic Candy Apple Red Fender Competition Mustang Jap Reissue with 9" radius neck. [joke.]
This pedal is Value For Money all the way though. I should keep it really but the knob thing really does bug me - its too fiddly by far.