Belle Epoch Deluxe (Black and Silver)
By Catalinbread
An exact-spec reproduction of the EP-3 tape echo circuit, using a digital delay line in place of tape.
About this pedal
Belle Epoch Deluxe reproduces the EP-3’s full circuit in detail — JFET preamp, mixer stage, and high-gain silicon record/playback amplifiers — built with through-hole construction and premium parts, using a 24-bit digital delay line in place of the physical tape and heads.
Specs
| Power Source | 9V DC power supply (sold separately) |
|---|---|
| Power Usage | 200mA |
| Features | Internal tunable repeats trimpot, internal bypass type switch |
| Max Delay Time | 800ms |
| True Bypass | Yes (switchable to buffered mode) |
| Height | 2.4" |
| Width | 4.68" |
| Depth | 3.66" |
| Weight | .93 lbs. |
| Expression | 1/4" TRS expression input |
Quick answers
- How much does the Belle Epoch Deluxe (Black and Silver) cost?
- Catalinbread lists it at $359.99 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Belle Epoch Deluxe (Black and Silver) still available?
- Yes. Catalinbread lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Belle Epoch Deluxe (Black and Silver)?
- Catalinbread, building gear since 2003. Where it's built: Built by hand, one by one, at Catalinbread's shop in Portland, Oregon, where the company has been since 2006. It's listed here as a delay pedal.
- What warranty does Catalinbread offer?
- 3-year parts and labor warranty to the original owner with proof of purchase from an authorized dealer. Misuse, neglect and cosmetic damage are not covered, and shipping costs are excluded. Discontinued pedals get simple repairs only, case by case. Standard repair time is about 3 weeks.