Do you prefer Digital, Analog, or Tape Delay? This thing is a fair bit of fun! Timestamps and links are below. ►Sweetwater - imp.i114863.net/DVRKyn ►Thomann - bit.ly/3oWfnLp ►Sky Music - alnk.to/44Qgh2G (affiliate links) - 0:00 - Intro & Disclaimer (Loaner) 0:36 - Jam Track 3:11 - DD-3 Overview 4:29 - Isolated Tones 9:55 - My Review (Pros and Cons)
O G DD3 has been on my board since there were no pedal boards ! The DD3T is now playing that position. Its the only digital thing I love since I'm from a different time before digital . Every sound from Sun Records Slapback to the future in this pedal. Way down in the mix it is like playing in a giant Arena on solos. The secret triplet and dotted 8th sub settings are also handy for that 1 time you need that. Trickey to do on the fly though. In tap mode the rhythm subdivisions are secondary on the mode knob but not written on the pedal. Really the setting is LtoR first two 9 to 10oclock second 2 at 12 oclock. This will cover a ton of classic songs. Actually very warm for a digital when used sparingly.Adding a simple Mxr tap button and its still a space saver muti delay at a fraction of the price. And finally Boss pedals are everywhere , and such a familiar and satisfying stomp.
Thanks so much for this demo! Btw the Positive Grid Spark has this pedal but I’ve always just ignored it since figured I wouldn’t like the results. Definitely going to try it out now.
What I like about Boss pedals is you don't get the clicking sound coming out of your amp when turning the pedal on or off like happens in so many others, particularly the cheaper pedals. I wish reviewers would mention this annoying amplified clicking when they review pedals. I use a TC Electronics Flashback as it works for me without breaking the bank and the mini fits on my smallish board.
Boss make the best digital delays. Whether they're emulating analog (RE-20) or doing a straight up digital they're so great. The amount of crazy stuff out of the DD3 is wild. First pedal I ever bought and still one of my favorite
The first thing I really like about this pedal is having the option of not using tap tempo and using the time knob. I most definitely prefer dialing in the delay with the knob than tap tempo. Actually, that's the complaint with the delay pedals I own. My Wampler Tape Echo is my favorite pedal at this point. I prefer the analog delay. I'm seriously considering this Boss Pedal. (Just like with preferences with anything and everything in the guitar world, there is no right or wrong. It's all about personal preferences.) Great Demo and Video, Shane. Please keep these and this quality coming.
@@EdMan57 I've done a shootout, and with the DD8 on 'standard' they're practically the same. The values on the pots don't exactly match up from one to the other, but I was able to dial them both in to sound alike. Cheers!
Great vid Shane! I switched to a digital delay from an analog a little while back due to the versatility (and I wanted to sound like the Edge, LOL 😂). Awesome track and playing!!! 🔥🎸🔥🎸🔥🎸🔥🎸🔥
Just got my new Boss DD3t and it’s sounds great, adding additional tap tempo feature amazing! If your looking for a simple 4-knob single footswitch delay stompbox, I think the DD3t is the better choice.
@@electricmeatpuppet I have the Dispatch Master in one of the loops of my Boss MS-3. The delays on the MS-3 are fine for most purposes but the Dispatch Master has a warmth and depth that makes all the onboard delays sound really sterile.
Been using the DD3 Japanese since back when you just set them on the floor (no board). Good delay. Sometimes the artifacts they leave when moving between notes is annoying, but luckily not really noticeable in a band context. Thanks for all you do Shane.
Great sounding pedal. In my opinion, it is much closer to the old Japanese DD-3 than its predecessor, produced in Taiwan. The only thing I can't understand. The DD-8 is a little more expensive, but functionally it has wider capabilities, including imitation of the DD-3T (Varm mode). What is the point of buying a DD-3T then?
Great demo as usual and a great pedal which I’ve been using for a while now. The short loop is indeed a lot of shoegazey fun. Can’t go wrong with this, especially for the price.
I'm trying to nail the classic Flock of Seagulls I Ran type sound. Will the Boss nail it? According to the band, you need at least around 308 ms delay for that song. I may buy the pedal anyway, because so far all I have is delay and echo FX built into my few smaller modeling amps, which is ok, but it's not more than a 150 ms delay or so, even maxed out.
The Tokai, what model? I just bought one in the Cherry Burst (LS110) from Brent at Guitar Garage Rose Bay. Shipping it to me now in Nz. Sounded fantastic there in your demo.
Shane I have had so many delay pedals analog digital boutique ones with all kinds of settings and do all kinds of things and eventually I bought a boss dd3 digital delay and it has not left my pedal board it's not fancy it's not crazy it does what it does and it does it excellent and it doesn't ever let you down still on my board will probably always be there. The only one that stacks up to this would probably be the mxr carbon copy that's also a keeper.
I think it has more of a walk-in wardrobe delay sound than a bathroom delay. Possibly a walk-in wardrobe with pine shelving and all clothing stored in order of colour and season. I think it could be a hats kept in the top left corner tone with the feedback control to the left and shoes on a shoe rack with the effects level turned right up. I once spent a considerable amount of time in a walk-in wardrobe and can state this from experience.
Yep got one. Odd story had analogue delay on my board for years. Got a katana loved the built in digital delay. So got one for the pedal board, never looked back.
So basically this is the DD-3 with tap tempo function, including the sample hold feature. Curious why it's taken so long to com out with this, considering how popular the DD-3 was.
Boss has yet to make a pedal that I couldn't find a use for. I have examples from every decade dating as far back as the 80's and they just keep doing their jobs perfectly. Thanks for the video.
That 50 ms slot would sound cool if it were a reverse delay, I think. It's a bit weird with just a linear delay. Sounds awesome tho, especially with drive!
Great playing and great demo Shane. These were the gold standard..still are in the $100 range. I'm never getting rid of my DD7...that modulated delay into a modulated reverb wet into a phaser is just gold.
demo sounds great! and a fellow lefty!!! subscribed! i was on the fence anyway on the dd3t, you sold me! quick question: you dont mention in the video, are you running straight into the front end of the amp? or are you running the dd3t in the FX loop? please lmk if you remember :)
The DD8 is an extra $84 dollars on the Sky website and gives you a lot more options so unless the price difference is a deal breaker I couldn't imagine selecting the DD3T over the DD8. I own a few delays and I find engaging tap tempo on the Boss pedals a little clunky compared to my Source Audio Nemesis or my (analog) Seymour Duncan Vapour Trail deluxe which have separate tap tempo switches on the pedal. Both of these were considerably more expensive that either Boss pedal though. You could plug an external switch into either Boss pedal for the tap tempo. Did you chew through the battery on the DD3? I know I did the first time I tried the DD8 before I got it connected to my power supply.
The DD-3 sounds different than the DD-8. The DD-8 digital sound is an emulation of a digital delay. The DD-8 has algorithms. The DD-3 circuit is the delay. It's the same difference as a multi-effects processor vs normal pedals.
Do you prefer Digital, Analog, or Tape Delay? This thing is a fair bit of fun! Timestamps and links are below.
►Sweetwater - imp.i114863.net/DVRKyn
►Thomann - bit.ly/3oWfnLp
►Sky Music - alnk.to/44Qgh2G
(affiliate links)
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0:00 - Intro & Disclaimer (Loaner)
0:36 - Jam Track
3:11 - DD-3 Overview
4:29 - Isolated Tones
9:55 - My Review (Pros and Cons)
DIGITAL! Analogue just muddies up the sound! I went back to digital!
Can't narrow it down..the Ammoon Pockverb spoiled me on 7 delays.. let alone the verbs. Love analog. Love tape.. all depends.
I prefer what sounds better.
analog always. boss waza craft dm2. I sometimes layer it with a memory man for ultra lush delay.
I prefer a tape delay.
This is a sensational pedal and we used it a lot on our recordings. Brilliant review and demo.
O G DD3 has been on my board since there were no pedal boards ! The DD3T is now playing that position. Its the only digital thing I love since I'm from a different time before digital . Every sound from Sun Records Slapback to the future in this pedal. Way down in the mix it is like playing in a giant Arena on solos. The secret triplet and dotted 8th sub settings are also handy for that 1 time you need that. Trickey to do on the fly though. In tap mode the rhythm subdivisions are secondary on the mode knob but not written on the pedal. Really the setting is LtoR first two 9 to 10oclock second 2 at 12 oclock. This will cover a ton of classic songs. Actually very warm for a digital when used sparingly.Adding a simple Mxr tap button and its still a space saver muti delay at a fraction of the price. And finally Boss pedals are everywhere , and such a familiar and satisfying stomp.
Thanks so much for this demo! Btw the Positive Grid Spark has this pedal but I’ve always just ignored it since figured I wouldn’t like the results. Definitely going to try it out now.
1st Boss Like and Comment! Trippy sounds Shane!!!!
Awesome Demo/Review Thankyou. I am happy using a Donner Delay Pedal, but This Boss sounds amazing.
Tape delay is my preference, but this pedal sounds really good! Love that slapback setting.
What I like about Boss pedals is you don't get the clicking sound coming out of your amp when turning the pedal on or off like happens in so many others, particularly the cheaper pedals. I wish reviewers would mention this annoying amplified clicking when they review pedals. I use a TC Electronics Flashback as it works for me without breaking the bank and the mini fits on my smallish board.
Kiesel is sounding great!
Boss make the best digital delays. Whether they're emulating analog (RE-20) or doing a straight up digital they're so great. The amount of crazy stuff out of the DD3 is wild. First pedal I ever bought and still one of my favorite
The first thing I really like about this pedal is having the option of not using tap tempo and using the time knob. I most definitely prefer dialing in the delay with the knob than tap tempo. Actually, that's the complaint with the delay pedals I own. My Wampler Tape Echo is my favorite pedal at this point. I prefer the analog delay. I'm seriously considering this Boss Pedal. (Just like with preferences with anything and everything in the guitar world, there is no right or wrong. It's all about personal preferences.) Great Demo and Video, Shane. Please keep these and this quality coming.
I just upgraded my original DD3 for a DD8. Awesome pedal!
I just bought a DD-8, as well. Do you know what mode on the DD-8 would best emulate the DD-3?
@@EdMan57 I've done a shootout, and with the DD8 on 'standard' they're practically the same. The values on the pots don't exactly match up from one to the other, but I was able to dial them both in to sound alike. Cheers!
@@timkoster8468 . Thanks for the info!
I just couldn’t deal with the tempo knob being so sensitive in the DD8, went back to a DD with the tempo range settings
Like most boss pedals, great sound, simple and can survive nukes
Old Peavey amps and boss pedals will be here after Armageddon and still work lol…
Have the Boss DD, and it’s an excellent pedal. But love the TC Electronic Flashback 2 even more. The tape echos in particular.
I like having the dotted 8th note option which some Boss delay pedals have, in conjunction with the tap timing function.
It sounds like you've placed it in front of the distortion.
Great vid Shane! I switched to a digital delay from an analog a little while back due to the versatility (and I wanted to sound like the Edge, LOL 😂). Awesome track and playing!!! 🔥🎸🔥🎸🔥🎸🔥🎸🔥
Edge fans of the world unite (and take over)!
A little delay & verb makes everything sound better and bigger. Very cool. Blues On....💙
Suggest you also demo the pedal in the effects loop
That digital delay was better than I expected and I liked the “mini loop” function as well. As always, great playing and demo, Shane! ✌️😎
Just got my new Boss DD3t and it’s sounds great, adding additional tap tempo feature amazing! If your looking for a simple 4-knob single footswitch delay stompbox, I think the DD3t is the better choice.
Shane thank you for making this video. In about 60 seconds you helped to improve my sound.
Have you ever checked out the Dispatch Master by EQD? Bought the Plumes about a week ago, and super impressed (it's awesome).
I have both on my board.
@@chrismikan2631 Nice!
@@electricmeatpuppet I have the Dispatch Master in one of the loops of my Boss MS-3. The delays on the MS-3 are fine for most purposes but the Dispatch Master has a warmth and depth that makes all the onboard delays sound really sterile.
The best demo of a delay pedal I have ever watched 👍👍
boss dd best1 is boss dd3t
Been using the DD3 Japanese since back when you just set them on the floor (no board). Good delay. Sometimes the artifacts they leave when moving between notes is annoying, but luckily not really noticeable in a band context. Thanks for all you do Shane.
Great sounding pedal. In my opinion, it is much closer to the old Japanese DD-3 than its predecessor, produced in Taiwan.
The only thing I can't understand. The DD-8 is a little more expensive, but functionally it has wider capabilities, including imitation of the DD-3T (Varm mode).
What is the point of buying a DD-3T then?
Great demo as usual and a great pedal which I’ve been using for a while now. The short loop is indeed a lot of shoegazey fun. Can’t go wrong with this, especially for the price.
I'm trying to nail the classic Flock of Seagulls I Ran type sound. Will the Boss nail it? According to the band, you need at least around 308 ms delay for that song. I may buy the pedal
anyway, because so far all I have is delay and echo FX built into my few smaller modeling amps, which is ok, but it's not more than a 150 ms delay or so, even maxed out.
SoLD!
I have an 80's DD3, the tap tempo really elevates it and I wish mine had it, but yeah, they are really good delay pedals.
Hello, Shane! This was the video I needed. Wish you a Merry Christmas from Sweden 🎅🎄💕🇸🇪🇸🇪🎸
You too mate all the best
I personally RUBBERNECK. analog delay. Killer pedal. esp thru effects loop
The Tokai, what model? I just bought one in the Cherry Burst (LS110) from Brent at Guitar Garage Rose Bay. Shipping it to me now in Nz. Sounded fantastic there in your demo.
Just ordered one ! Suppose to get it Monday ! Gonna pair it with a mcr carbon copy !!!😁👍
I never use any Boss since they don't have true bypass and slightly color the sound. They got cool features but I hate when tone gets affected.
Shane I have had so many delay pedals analog digital boutique ones with all kinds of settings and do all kinds of things and eventually I bought a boss dd3 digital delay and it has not left my pedal board it's not fancy it's not crazy it does what it does and it does it excellent and it doesn't ever let you down still on my board will probably always be there. The only one that stacks up to this would probably be the mxr carbon copy that's also a keeper.
dd2 is the king and the early dd3 as well as the dsd2/dsd3 which hAS the same circuit as the dd2
I got one years ago and never worked right out of the box.
I think it has more of a walk-in wardrobe delay sound than a bathroom delay. Possibly a walk-in wardrobe with pine shelving and all clothing stored in order of colour and season. I think it could be a hats kept in the top left corner tone with the feedback control to the left and shoes on a shoe rack with the effects level turned right up.
I once spent a considerable amount of time in a walk-in wardrobe and can state this from experience.
Yep got one. Odd story had analogue delay on my board for years. Got a katana loved the built in digital delay. So got one for the pedal board, never looked back.
Where do you get those posters Shane? I’ve always liked them.
The loop on dd7 is bout 20 secs ,its only pedal iv got plugged in now cause so handy to jam along with and you can keep adding layers ,hours of fun😁
So basically this is the DD-3 with tap tempo function, including the sample hold feature.
Curious why it's taken so long to com out with this, considering how popular the DD-3 was.
Boss has yet to make a pedal that I couldn't find a use for.
I have examples from every decade dating as far back as the 80's
and they just keep doing their jobs perfectly. Thanks for the video.
I have the DD7...which one do you prefer shane ...the 3 or the the 7?
That 50 ms slot would sound cool if it were a reverse delay, I think. It's a bit weird with just a linear delay. Sounds awesome tho, especially with drive!
Great playing and great demo Shane. These were the gold standard..still are in the $100 range. I'm never getting rid of my DD7...that modulated delay into a modulated reverb wet into a phaser is just gold.
Shane you gotta checkout the dd8. That thing is magic.
Steve Miller made a living using multiple DD3's !🤘🎸👍
20 years ago, I built the dd3 into a guitar. Great clean sounding delay. No frills digital delay with almost no coloration.
demo sounds great! and a fellow lefty!!! subscribed! i was on the fence anyway on the dd3t, you sold me!
quick question: you dont mention in the video, are you running straight into the front end of the amp? or are you running the dd3t in the FX loop? please lmk if you remember :)
Straight into the front end from memory.
Hey, Shane, I know this video is 2+ years old but maybe you want to change the thumb? It shows the dd8 🤔
Ah crap. Haha thanks for letting me know 😆👍
Haha of course!
I had it for maaaany years, one day i tried the flashback tc electronic and i literally throw the boss
The DD8 is an extra $84 dollars on the Sky website and gives you a lot more options so unless the price difference is a deal breaker I couldn't imagine selecting the DD3T over the DD8. I own a few delays and I find engaging tap tempo on the Boss pedals a little clunky compared to my Source Audio Nemesis or my (analog) Seymour Duncan Vapour Trail deluxe which have separate tap tempo switches on the pedal. Both of these were considerably more expensive that either Boss pedal though. You could plug an external switch into either Boss pedal for the tap tempo.
Did you chew through the battery on the DD3? I know I did the first time I tried the DD8 before I got it connected to my power supply.
The DD-3 sounds different than the DD-8. The DD-8 digital sound is an emulation of a digital delay. The DD-8 has algorithms. The DD-3 circuit is the delay. It's the same difference as a multi-effects processor vs normal pedals.
Have a Boss DD-7 and is great.
Does this have hold function?
Can you try out the el rey dorado
Will it make...other things...huge?
Prefer analog myself but very nice review. Cheers from VA!
Intense personality. Not in a good way.