Manufacturer's description
The compact version of the 16 Seconds delay pedal is a modern recreation of the legendary EHX pedal originally released in 1983 but never mass-produced. This reinterpretation is designed to fit modern pedalboards, omitting the original CLIX function and external remote footswitches (which are available in the full-size model).
This pedal captures the magic of the original with cutting-edge technology. Its circuit topology — including analogue pre- and post-filtering, pre-emphasis, de-emphasis, compression, expansion, feedback, and mixing — has been meticulously recreated using analogue circuitry. The only digital component is at its core, where audio is converted to digital data, stored in memory, and then converted back to an audio signal, just as in the original 1983 design.
Features
- Simple operation: Each slider and switch has a dedicated function with no hidden modes or menus. The pedal functions as a long delay at maximum settings or a typical delay at shorter settings.
- Compact design: Adapted for modern pedalboard spaces.
Controls
- Delay Coarse Slider:
- Controls the size of the memory block used for the delay.
- Maximum delay times:
- 16 seconds (FAST setting).
- 32 seconds (SLOW setting).
- Approximate values depend on clock circuit tolerances.
- Delay Fine Slider:
- Adjusts the sampling rate for smooth changes in time and pitch.
- Range: shortest to longest times, corresponding to highest to lowest pitches.
- Sweep Speed Slider:
- Sets the speed of the triangle waveform Low-Frequency Oscillator (LFO).
- Includes an LED indicator for visual feedback.
- Sweep Depth Slider:
- Adjusts the intensity of LFO modulation to the sampling rate.
- From subtle pitch variations to dramatic effects.
- Mix Feedback Slider:
- Controls regeneration by recirculating the delay output back to the input.
- High settings cause oscillation (runaway feedback).
- Mix Blend Slider:
- Mixes dry and delayed signals.
- Range: 0% (dry) to 100% (wet).
- Slow/Fast Switch:
- Changes the sampling rate to half or double.
- Affects time and pitch:
- Slow: One octave down (longer time).
- Fast: One octave up (shorter time).
- Forward/Reverse Switch:
- Plays back memory contents in reverse.
- Note: This is not a typical "reverse delay". Instead, the behaviour depends on overdubbing:
- A new layer over a reversed one will play forward.
- Switching reverse again will invert the previous layers and the new recording.
- Infinite Footswitch:
- Acts as a "freeze" or "hold" control.
- Prevents new recording while the existing memory content loops indefinitely.
- Bypass Footswitch:
- Mutes the delay signal output without stopping recording.
- Enables "record while bypassed" functionality.
- Compatible with any standard center-negative pedal power supply.
- Requires a minimum of 150 mA to ensure optimal performance.
How much is my shipping?
Shipping is automatically calculated before you submit your payment information. Simply add items to your cart and proceed to the checkout page, where you'll be offered shipping options and their prices. In the UK, 'next working day' shipping is free if the order value is over £150, and £5 otherwise. We can also ship on a 'next working day before 12pm' service, which costs £6 for orders over £150 and £7.50 for orders under £150.
Shipping to mainland EU typically costs between £7 and £20, depending on the shipping method and the size and weight of the order.
Do you ship to my country?
Almost certainly - the site will give you an estimate of shipping costs if you add an item to the cart and then enter your country and postcode. If you have specific requirements (such as if you prefer UPS over FedEx, for example) then let us know in advance and we'll try to work something out for you.
Shipping methods
We use a combination of DPD, Royal Mail and Parcelforce for the UK, and for international orders it's either DHL, FedEx, UPS, Royal Mail or Parcelforce depending on where you are in the world. If you have a particular preference then try to let us know BEFORE you order so we can look into it for you. Please note that there may occasionally be additional shipping charges if you live in a remote area, depending on what surcharges are applied by the shipper. We'll get in touch to discuss this with you in such cases.
Dispatch times
For UK orders, we aim to dispatch the same working day if we get the order before 16:00. If you have a really urgent situation then of course drop us an email before ordering and we'll always do our absolute best to accommodate you.
For international orders, we normally dispatch the same day if we get the order before 13:00 but again, occasionally it might be the next day before we can send it out, and sometimes the couriers may come to collect a little earlier than scheduled which would also push an order into the next day.
Saturday/Sunday shipping
If you're in the UK and you order before 16:00 on a Friday then we can send something for a Saturday or Sunday delivery with DPD. This is FREE for order values over £350, £5 for order values between £75 and £250, and £7 for order values under £75. (NB: this applies to UK mainland addresses only). Please note that any orders placed after 16:00 on a Friday will ship on the Monday.
International shipping times
Since April 2020, the couriers we use have suspended guarantees for shipping times, so even though we're paying them for priority services - 24-48 hours for most of the world - in practice it's often an extra day on top and sometimes it can be longer. There is absolutely nothing we can do about this, unfortunately. If you are outside the UK and it's a life-or-death situation where you absolutely MUST have that passive mult for the next day then... it may be better to find a local supplier.
Pre-orders
If a product is listed as a pre-order, it means we've ordered it from the supplier but it's not physically in stock yet. The product listing will include an estimated shipping date based on the best information we have from the supplier, but do bear in mind this is subject to change and is not a guaranteed date.
If you place an order containing a mixture of in-stock and pre-order items, we'll normally hold off on shipping anything until the pre-order item(s) have arrived, rather than splitting it into multiple shipments. If you need the in-stock items sooner, we'd recommend placing separate orders. As always, please get in touch if you have questions.
Product Overview
Manufacturer's description
The compact version of the 16 Seconds delay pedal is a modern recreation of the legendary EHX pedal originally released in 1983 but never mass-produced. This reinterpretation is designed to fit modern pedalboards, omitting the original CLIX function and external remote footswitches (which are available in the full-size model).
This pedal captures the magic of the original with cutting-edge technology. Its circuit topology — including analogue pre- and post-filtering, pre-emphasis, de-emphasis, compression, expansion, feedback, and mixing — has been meticulously recreated using analogue circuitry. The only digital component is at its core, where audio is converted to digital data, stored in memory, and then converted back to an audio signal, just as in the original 1983 design.
Features
- Simple operation: Each slider and switch has a dedicated function with no hidden modes or menus. The pedal functions as a long delay at maximum settings or a typical delay at shorter settings.
- Compact design: Adapted for modern pedalboard spaces.
Controls
- Delay Coarse Slider:
- Controls the size of the memory block used for the delay.
- Maximum delay times:
- 16 seconds (FAST setting).
- 32 seconds (SLOW setting).
- Approximate values depend on clock circuit tolerances.
- Delay Fine Slider:
- Adjusts the sampling rate for smooth changes in time and pitch.
- Range: shortest to longest times, corresponding to highest to lowest pitches.
- Sweep Speed Slider:
- Sets the speed of the triangle waveform Low-Frequency Oscillator (LFO).
- Includes an LED indicator for visual feedback.
- Sweep Depth Slider:
- Adjusts the intensity of LFO modulation to the sampling rate.
- From subtle pitch variations to dramatic effects.
- Mix Feedback Slider:
- Controls regeneration by recirculating the delay output back to the input.
- High settings cause oscillation (runaway feedback).
- Mix Blend Slider:
- Mixes dry and delayed signals.
- Range: 0% (dry) to 100% (wet).
- Slow/Fast Switch:
- Changes the sampling rate to half or double.
- Affects time and pitch:
- Slow: One octave down (longer time).
- Fast: One octave up (shorter time).
- Forward/Reverse Switch:
- Plays back memory contents in reverse.
- Note: This is not a typical "reverse delay". Instead, the behaviour depends on overdubbing:
- A new layer over a reversed one will play forward.
- Switching reverse again will invert the previous layers and the new recording.
- Infinite Footswitch:
- Acts as a "freeze" or "hold" control.
- Prevents new recording while the existing memory content loops indefinitely.
- Bypass Footswitch:
- Mutes the delay signal output without stopping recording.
- Enables "record while bypassed" functionality.
Technical Specs
Shipping Details
How much is my shipping?
Shipping is automatically calculated before you submit your payment information. Simply add items to your cart and proceed to the checkout page, where you'll be offered shipping options and their prices. In the UK, 'next working day' shipping is free if the order value is over £150, and £5 otherwise. We can also ship on a 'next working day before 12pm' service, which costs £6 for orders over £150 and £7.50 for orders under £150.
Shipping to mainland EU typically costs between £7 and £20, depending on the shipping method and the size and weight of the order.
Do you ship to my country?
Almost certainly - the site will give you an estimate of shipping costs if you add an item to the cart and then enter your country and postcode. If you have specific requirements (such as if you prefer UPS over FedEx, for example) then let us know in advance and we'll try to work something out for you.
Shipping methods
We use a combination of DPD, Royal Mail and Parcelforce for the UK, and for international orders it's either DHL, FedEx, UPS, Royal Mail or Parcelforce depending on where you are in the world. If you have a particular preference then try to let us know BEFORE you order so we can look into it for you. Please note that there may occasionally be additional shipping charges if you live in a remote area, depending on what surcharges are applied by the shipper. We'll get in touch to discuss this with you in such cases.
Dispatch times
For UK orders, we aim to dispatch the same working day if we get the order before 16:00. If you have a really urgent situation then of course drop us an email before ordering and we'll always do our absolute best to accommodate you.
For international orders, we normally dispatch the same day if we get the order before 13:00 but again, occasionally it might be the next day before we can send it out, and sometimes the couriers may come to collect a little earlier than scheduled which would also push an order into the next day.
Saturday/Sunday shipping
If you're in the UK and you order before 16:00 on a Friday then we can send something for a Saturday or Sunday delivery with DPD. This is FREE for order values over £350, £5 for order values between £75 and £250, and £7 for order values under £75. (NB: this applies to UK mainland addresses only). Please note that any orders placed after 16:00 on a Friday will ship on the Monday.
International shipping times
Since April 2020, the couriers we use have suspended guarantees for shipping times, so even though we're paying them for priority services - 24-48 hours for most of the world - in practice it's often an extra day on top and sometimes it can be longer. There is absolutely nothing we can do about this, unfortunately. If you are outside the UK and it's a life-or-death situation where you absolutely MUST have that passive mult for the next day then... it may be better to find a local supplier.
Pre-orders
If a product is listed as a pre-order, it means we've ordered it from the supplier but it's not physically in stock yet. The product listing will include an estimated shipping date based on the best information we have from the supplier, but do bear in mind this is subject to change and is not a guaranteed date.
If you place an order containing a mixture of in-stock and pre-order items, we'll normally hold off on shipping anything until the pre-order item(s) have arrived, rather than splitting it into multiple shipments. If you need the in-stock items sooner, we'd recommend placing separate orders. As always, please get in touch if you have questions.
