I do like that analogue delays are becoming more complex. Usually one has to get one delay for slapback or longer delays for solos and such, and a completely separate digital delay for ambient, washy or noisy stuff. This way, you can have the nice top-end roll-off of an analogue delay, and a crazy mess of sound, all while using up only one board space, power supply terminal and tone-sucking connection in your signal chain. I use a Katana Artist, so there are plenty of delays in there at hand, but I also use a Tone City Tape Machine to split my signal into a wet amp with its own spring tank and trem circuit. I don't use the wet rig to record, but when I'm noodling around or showing off for company, the sound is YUGE. Tangent . . . over!
I notice you have reviewed the JHS Panther Cub in the past too. I'm wondering how do you think they compare (since they both have the same chip, both are digitally-controlled analog pedals, both gave the FX loop, etc...). Extra features aside, my impressions (from listening) are the Panther is more ragged and aggressive, more ideal for rhythmic delay while the Vapor Trail is darker, smoother, more fluid, more atmospheric sounding. I'm not going to lie, I kind of want the Panther Cub because it's a Panther!...but I mostly use delay for atmospheric lead settings. Since you've actually played both these pedals I'm wondering if you had a similar impression to me or if you experienced them differently.
Definitely like seeing digital features with analog sound. This is a really cool delay.
Thank you JayLeonardJ! Love the review!
Great pedal!!!!
Best demo of this pedal out there.
Really appreciate it!
Awesome demo. Now I know what I need for Christmas. Digging the extra features.
Amazing. You’re one of the best demo’ers I’ve ever come across. Keep it up 👍
Thanks!
Sounds really good. Very convincing tape vibe from this thing.
Awesome demo. Nice to see you genuinely having fun.
Appreciate it! Thanks :)
I'd love to compare this with the DOD Rubberneck. Similar, yet different!
Yeah, a comparison of the two would be very interesting!
Ah, never tried that one. Might be worth a look...
I loved, loved, loved that pedal, BUT the noise, oh the
noise!!!
@@T-Hawkeyes My Rubberneck isn't noisy. Is that a common issue with them?
@@PhilLament it was with mine.
As always a great tutorial and performance. Thanks Jay
My pleasure!
I do like that analogue delays are becoming more complex. Usually one has to get one delay for slapback or longer delays for solos and such, and a completely separate digital delay for ambient, washy or noisy stuff. This way, you can have the nice top-end roll-off of an analogue delay, and a crazy mess of sound, all while using up only one board space, power supply terminal and tone-sucking connection in your signal chain. I use a Katana Artist, so there are plenty of delays in there at hand, but I also use a Tone City Tape Machine to split my signal into a wet amp with its own spring tank and trem circuit. I don't use the wet rig to record, but when I'm noodling around or showing off for company, the sound is YUGE. Tangent . . . over!
Fun little pedal. Would keep me amused for days and days.
You and me both :)
Great demo. Sold me on the pedal and I've spent days trying to get that G grip at 4:50.
Haha, I never noticed how crazy that stretch is until I looked at it! Hope you dig the pedal :)
Awesome review JayLeonardJ! Hope you're doing well, cheers! - Larry
I notice you have reviewed the JHS Panther Cub in the past too.
I'm wondering how do you think they compare (since they both have the same chip, both are digitally-controlled analog pedals, both gave the FX loop, etc...).
Extra features aside, my impressions (from listening) are the Panther is more ragged and aggressive, more ideal for rhythmic delay while the Vapor Trail is darker, smoother, more fluid, more atmospheric sounding.
I'm not going to lie, I kind of want the Panther Cub because it's a Panther!...but I mostly use delay for atmospheric lead settings. Since you've actually played both these pedals I'm wondering if you had a similar impression to me or if you experienced them differently.
What parameters can an expression pedal control?
You can assign any knob to the expression pedal :)
@@JayLeonardJ Nice. Thanks! 🙂
Can this be run at 18v?
Looks fabulous! Would you say it’s a tad darker in the repeats than the llama?
Very similar but yes :)
What Amplifier is that? Don't recognize the Brand, but man that's some Cool Styling!!😉
Nevermind, Tone King Imperial, got it.
Yup, really fun amp too!
Just reissue the Deja Vu, SD!
Expression control for a total wacky warble wonderland .
delay Lama comes to mind...
Really appreciate it!
Sounds cool. Needs MIDI and more presets.