MXR M292 Carbon Copy Deluxe Analog Delay Pedal
The legendary Carbon Copy analog delay expanded with tap tempo, tap divisions, and up to 1.2 seconds of delay time. Dark, musical bucket brigade tone with modern features for players who want vintage warmth without the menu-diving.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Bucket brigade design delivers dark, chewy analog wash that's become legendary in the original Carbon Copy
- +Tap tempo footswitch with tap divisions (dotted eighth, triplets) makes getting rhythmic delays effortless
- +Internal line level switch makes it perfect for synth players and keyboard rigs
- +Bright switch compensates for the naturally dark character - gives you tonal flexibility
- +Up to 1.2 seconds of delay time expands creative possibilities beyond the original
Cons
- −Some users report delays are 'too warm' even with bright switch engaged - can lack articulation
- −Internal switches are difficult to access and adjust according to user feedback
- −Mix knob needs to be set fairly high (2pm or higher) to hear effect properly in some setups
- −Dark character may not suit players looking for pristine digital-style repeats
The Verdict
The Deluxe keeps what made the Carbon Copy a pedalboard staple – that musical, bucket brigade warmth – and adds the tap tempo and divisions players have been begging for. Some users complain it’s too dark even with the bright switch, which is valid if you want crystal-clear repeats. But that warmth is the whole point. MXR added line-level switching for synth players, which shows they’re thinking beyond just guitarists. At $246, it’s priced right for what you get: vintage analog tone with modern utility. If you loved the original but needed tap tempo, this is your pedal.
