JHS Pedals 3 Series Oil Can Delay
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JHS Pedals
3 Series Oil Can Delay
Product Info
Article Number:
611518
Brand:
JHS Pedals
Model:
3 Series Oil Can Delay
Category:
Delay/Echo Pedals
Price:
$138.60
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The JHS Oil Can 3 Series nails that classic, slightly gritty tape delay vibe. It's surprisingly authentic for the price, and the modulation adds a nice touch of movement. This is a sweet choice for players wanting that vintage echo for rock, blues, or Americana – especially if you don't need massive delay times.
Product Description
- JHS Pedals 3 Series Oil Can Delay
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Delay
- From the JHS Pedals 3 series
- Reproduces the sound of the legendary Oil Can Delays
- Adjustable delay time from 100 ms to 330 ms
- Mod switch selects between two intensities for the modulation
- True bypass
- Controls for Mix
- Speed
- Feedback
- Mod +/- toggle switch
- Bypass footswitch
- Status LED
- Metal housing
- 6.3 mm Mono jack input / output
- Power supply via 9V DC power supply unit (not included)
- Power supply connection: 2.1 mm x 5.5 mm barrel connector
- centre negative
- Power consumption: 65 mA
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 112 x 60 x 31 mm
- Weight: Approx. 210g
*Note.* No battery operation possible
PROS
- • Warm, tape-like delay character authentically replicates vintage Oil Can units.
- • Metal enclosure feels robust, suggesting durability for gigging musicians.
- • Modulation adds subtle, organic character without becoming overly chaotic.
- • Compact footprint saves valuable pedalboard real estate for smaller setups.
CONS
- • Limited delay time range restricts versatility for longer, ambient textures.
- • Lacks tap tempo functionality, requiring external timing solutions.
- • No battery operation necessitates a dedicated power supply, adding to cost.
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Key Features
Delay Type
Analog-voiced tape delay emulation
Max Delay Time
330 ms
Controls
Mix, Speed, Feedback, Mod +/- toggle switch
Tap Tempo
Not available
Bypass Type
True bypass
Power Supply
9V DC, 2.1mm x 5.5mm barrel connector, center negative
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's more subtle than their more modern digital delays; think a gentle warble rather than a pronounced chorus effect.
While some digital delays try, the specific warmth and slight imperfections of the Oil Can sound are difficult to truly replicate without a dedicated analog-voiced unit.
A standard regulated 9V DC power supply with a 2.1mm barrel connector will work fine, just ensure it provides enough current (65mA) to avoid any issues.
