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Best MXR Delay/Echo Pedals 2025

Premium MXR delay/echo pedals - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $50 Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Ambient For Post-Rock For Country For Blues For Experimental
BRANDS: Boss tc electronic Electro Harmonix Mooer MXR Echo Fix Strymon Keeley JHS Pedals Catalinbread
MXR Joshua Ambient Echo - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

MXR Joshua Ambient Echo

by MXR
Country Blues Experimental
Key Feature:
• Can simulate larger venues
✓ PROS
  • • Useful for lead guitar textures
  • • Great for creating atmosphere
✗ CONS
  • • Complex pedals have learning curve
  • • Can muddy the mix if overused

MXR Joshua Ambient EchoEffect Pedal for Electric Guitar and Electric BassFrom psychedelic sounds to ambient rockHighly...

⭐ 4.6/5 (40 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 583187
$304
Buy at Thomann View Details
MXR M 292 Carbon Copy Deluxe - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

MXR M 292 Carbon Copy Deluxe

by MXR
Post-Rock Experimental Blues
Key Feature:
• Adds depth and space to sound
✓ PROS
  • • Can simulate larger venues
  • • Useful for lead guitar textures
✗ CONS
  • • Requires practice to use musically
  • • Complex pedals have learning curve

MXR M 292 Carbon Copy DeluxeEffect PedalAnalogue delayMax. delay time: 1.2 SecondsSound of the original carbon copy and...

⭐ 4.8/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 419599
$241
Buy at Thomann View Details
MXR M169 Carbon Copy Analog Delay - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

MXR M169 Carbon Copy Analog Delay

by MXR
Ambient Country Blues
Key Feature:
• Adds depth and space to sound
✓ PROS
  • • Great for creating atmosphere
  • • Useful for lead guitar textures
✗ CONS
  • • Complex pedals have learning curve
  • • Can create unwanted feedback

MXR M169 Carbon Copy Analog DelayEffects PedalAnalog delayUp to 600 ms delay timeAnalog signal pathTrue BypassControls...

⭐ 4.4/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 206170
$189
Buy at Thomann View Details
MXR Carbon Copy Bundle PS A1 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

MXR Carbon Copy Bundle PS A1

by MXR
Post-Rock Blues Ambient
Key Feature:
• Can simulate larger venues
✓ PROS
  • • Adds depth and space to sound
  • • Can simulate larger venues
✗ CONS
  • • Requires practice to use musically
  • • Complex pedals have learning curve

MXR Carbon Copy Bundle PS A1*Bundle offer comprising*, MXR M169 Carbon Copy Analog Delay*Effects Pedal*Analog delayUp...

⭐ 4.7/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 495315
$205
Buy at Thomann View Details
MXR Mini Delay Bundle PS L - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

MXR Mini Delay Bundle PS L

by MXR
Ambient Rock Country
Key Feature:
• Useful for lead guitar textures
✓ PROS
  • • Adds depth and space to sound
  • • Great for creating atmosphere
✗ CONS
  • • Can muddy the mix if overused
  • • May cause timing confusion

MXR Mini Delay Bundle PS L*Bundle offer comprising*, MXR M299 Copy Mini Analog Delay*Effects Pedal*Analogue delayCarbon...

⭐ 4.9/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 496758
$231
Buy at Thomann View Details
MXR M299 Copy Mini Analog Delay - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

MXR M299 Copy Mini Analog Delay

by MXR
Ambient Experimental Country
Key Feature:
• Useful for lead guitar textures
✓ PROS
  • • Adds depth and space to sound
  • • Great for creating atmosphere
✗ CONS
  • • Requires practice to use musically
  • • Complex pedals have learning curve

MXR M299 Copy Mini Analog DelayEffects PedalAnalogue delayCarbon Copy / Carbon Copy Bright switchableControls: True...

⭐ 5.0/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 468107
$215
Buy at Thomann View Details
MXR Carbon Copy Bundle PS A1 RB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

MXR Carbon Copy Bundle PS A1 RB

by MXR
Post-Rock Blues Country
Key Feature:
• Creative rhythmic possibilities
✓ PROS
  • • Useful for lead guitar textures
  • • Can simulate larger venues
✗ CONS
  • • Can muddy the mix if overused
  • • Requires practice to use musically

MXR Carbon Copy Bundle PS A1 RB*Bundle offer comprising*, MXR M169 Carbon Copy Analog Delay*Effects Pedal*Analog...

⭐ 4.7/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 493111
$206
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Delay/Echo Pedals

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced delay/echo pedals typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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