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MAESTRO ECHOPLEX EP-3 *Serviced* VGC 70s Solid State Tape Echo/Delay
Estimated price for orientation: 924 $
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Description Brand: Maestro MPN: Does Not Apply EAN: Does not apply
Very good example of this solid state Echoplex just back from a full service. In excellent working order and good condition. These early transistor machines are highly sought-after for their preamp sound (just ask Jimmy Page or Eddie Van Halen)We love Echoplexes, whether solid state or valve (we also have a couple of valve EP2s just back from servicing - get in touch if they're not on the site) - a simple interface and a great sound - for us they are simply the best vintage single head tape delays you can buy.Detailed photos below. Condition is very good with usual signs of age and use; some scuffs to the tolex; evidence of a non-original handle being previously-fitted; the instruction sheet inside the lid is a photocopy; the original plastic tape cover is missing. However, the cartridge has been rewound with new tape and this Echoplex is sounding excellent - great repeats and of course, that fabulous guitar preamp section.Mike Battle was involved in the design of these machines - he was unhappy with the sound (so much so that he sold his stake in the company), but plenty of 70s and 80s musicians thought otherwise. In particular the sound of the FET-based preamp found favour with such guitar luminaries as Jimmy Page, Eddie Van Halen, Brian May, Tom Verlaine and Andy Summers.
USA 110/120v unit. A step-down transformer is required in the UK/EU.
We do not recommend using cheap generic Chinese mains transformers and can supply a high quality UK-made unit if required -
THE PRICE INCLUDES 20% VAT - CUSTOMERS OUTSIDE THE EUROPEAN UNION PLEASE USE BEST OFFER TO BUY AT TAX-FREE PRICE OF £770. VAT-free sales possible to businesses and individuals in the EU (outside UK) with a valid VAT Number - please contact us before making an offer if you have any questions about this. Please note that this is separate to any import duty which you may be charged - please contact your local tax authorities if you need more information about possible charges.
Ainternational/Soundgas Ltd are established business sellers: reliably delivering great gear worldwide via Ebay for over a decade.
Please contact me - Antony - if you have any questions about this or any other Ebay item.
"Your list is one of the best, it really is. I just want everything on it" - Pete Townshend
Soundgas developed from my interest in sourcing vintage instruments and recording gear for my own studio into a thriving international business.
With over 12 years' trading on Ebay and 100% positive feedback over 800 transactions worldwide, our client list reflects our commitment to good old-fashioned customer care and attention to detail (and a love of cool, strange and oddball vintage gear).
We have many years' experience sourcing, servicing and sending delicate vintage items worldwide: customer satisfaction is guaranteed.
We find interesting, rare and classic gear and ensure that our customers receive them in as perfect working order as possible.
First and foremost we ourselves are customers, musicians, engineers and collectors.
We love fine, unusual, quirky and well-engineered recording equipment and instruments and that appreciation shines through in everything we do.
Please see our other listings for a wide range of vintage instruments, effects and recording gear from the 50s-80s, including Fender/Marshall/Vox/Watkins amps, Moog/Roland synths, and our speciality tape/disc echoes, spring reverbs and effects (Binson, Roland, Copicat, Grampian, Evans, Dynacord, Telefunken etc), plus a whole bunch of pedals, effects and other weird and wonderful gear.
We are honest and thorough in our descriptions: see our flawless feedback and buy with confidence.
Description
| Brand: | Maestro | MPN: | Does Not Apply |
| EAN: | Does not apply |
Very good example of this solid state Echoplex just back from a full service. In excellent working order and good condition. These early transistor machines are highly sought-after for their preamp sound (just ask Jimmy Page or Eddie Van Halen)We love Echoplexes, whether solid state or valve (we also have a couple of valve EP2s just back from servicing - get in touch if they're not on the site) - a simple interface and a great sound - for us they are simply the best vintage single head tape delays you can buy.Detailed photos below. Condition is very good with usual signs of age and use; some scuffs to the tolex; evidence of a non-original handle being previously-fitted; the instruction sheet inside the lid is a photocopy; the original plastic tape cover is missing. However, the cartridge has been rewound with new tape and this Echoplex is sounding excellent - great repeats and of course, that fabulous guitar preamp section.Mike Battle was involved in the design of these machines - he was unhappy with the sound (so much so that he sold his stake in the company), but plenty of 70s and 80s musicians thought otherwise. In particular the sound of the FET-based preamp found favour with such guitar luminaries as Jimmy Page, Eddie Van Halen, Brian May, Tom Verlaine and Andy Summers.
USA 110/120v unit. A step-down transformer is required in the UK/EU.
THE PRICE INCLUDES 20% VAT - CUSTOMERS OUTSIDE THE EUROPEAN UNION PLEASE USE BEST OFFER TO BUY AT TAX-FREE PRICE OF £770. VAT-free sales possible to businesses and individuals in the EU (outside UK) with a valid VAT Number - please contact us before making an offer if you have any questions about this. Please note that this is separate to any import duty which you may be charged - please contact your local tax authorities if you need more information about possible charges.
We do not recommend using cheap generic Chinese mains transformers and can supply a high quality UK-made unit if required -
THE PRICE INCLUDES 20% VAT - CUSTOMERS OUTSIDE THE EUROPEAN UNION PLEASE USE BEST OFFER TO BUY AT TAX-FREE PRICE OF £770. VAT-free sales possible to businesses and individuals in the EU (outside UK) with a valid VAT Number - please contact us before making an offer if you have any questions about this. Please note that this is separate to any import duty which you may be charged - please contact your local tax authorities if you need more information about possible charges.
Ainternational/Soundgas Ltd are established business sellers: reliably delivering great gear worldwide via Ebay for over a decade.
Please contact me - Antony - if you have any questions about this or any other Ebay item.
"Your list is one of the best, it really is. I just want everything on it" - Pete Townshend
Soundgas developed from my interest in sourcing vintage instruments and recording gear for my own studio into a thriving international business.
With over 12 years' trading on Ebay and 100% positive feedback over 800 transactions worldwide, our client list reflects our commitment to good old-fashioned customer care and attention to detail (and a love of cool, strange and oddball vintage gear).
We have many years' experience sourcing, servicing and sending delicate vintage items worldwide: customer satisfaction is guaranteed.
We find interesting, rare and classic gear and ensure that our customers receive them in as perfect working order as possible.
First and foremost we ourselves are customers, musicians, engineers and collectors.
We love fine, unusual, quirky and well-engineered recording equipment and instruments and that appreciation shines through in everything we do.
Please see our other listings for a wide range of vintage instruments, effects and recording gear from the 50s-80s, including Fender/Marshall/Vox/Watkins amps, Moog/Roland synths, and our speciality tape/disc echoes, spring reverbs and effects (Binson, Roland, Copicat, Grampian, Evans, Dynacord, Telefunken etc), plus a whole bunch of pedals, effects and other weird and wonderful gear.
We are honest and thorough in our descriptions: see our flawless feedback and buy with confidence.