Edge often uses the Korg SDD-3000 delay units; the TC-2290s, as used on ‘Streets’, are pictured above. Sending the different delays to separate amps allows more control when mixing the songs — you can vary the levels, or send 1 delay to the left and another to the right. Edge/U2 do this in a few songs.
What kind of delay did David Gilmour use?
David primarily used the Binson Echorec delay/echo unit for his early work with Pink Floyd. A little later he switched to the MXR Digital Delay. This pedal was a little easier to use than the Binson, and it’s the exact delay you can hear in ‘The Wall’.
What is the U2 sound?
The U2 sound has always been popular in churches since the Edge’s style leans more towards rhythmic ‘pad’ sounds than a typical lead guitar rock riff. For his effects the most often recognised U2 tone is the use of crotchet triplet repeats with a delay pedal. …
What guitar pedals does U2 use?
And for distortion, he’s always had a wide palette of pedals, anything from smooth overdrives and up to very harsh-sounding fuzz pedals. Boss’ Turbo Overdrive OD-2 and Ibanez’s Tube Screamer are just some of the examples, but you can also find the classic Big Muff Pi and even the rare Univox Super-Fuzz.
Who is The Edge’s guitar tech?
Dallas Schoo
Dallas Schoo has been the guitar technician for U2 and The Edge for more than three decades now.
How do you set a delay on a guitar lead?
A great lead guitar delay setting is to set your delay time to about 380 milliseconds, your feedback to about 45% and your effect level to about 40%. Try it at the end of an overdriven signal chain, and listen for the pleasing echoes. Slapback Effect.
What amps do U2 use?
But the main star amp-wise is the ’64 AC30. It’s the basis for The Edge’s sound, live and in the studio – well, aside from what’s in his head and his hands and just the magic he brings to what he does.”
