Why Are Guitarists Paying $1,000 For [THIS] Delay Pedal?

Memory Man | Golden Age of Gear Ep. 33This week on The Golden Age of Gear, Joey dives headfirst into analog delay heaven with the vintage Electro-Harmonix Deluxe Memory Man — modded by none other than Analog Man. Sent over by Evan of Pedals to Metal, this iconic delay quickly goes from “loaner” to “might never leave the studio” status.We explore the rich modulation, generation loss, and vibey imperfections that have made the Memory Man a must-have for artists from Radiohead to Albert Lee. From swirling ambience to slapback swagger, this pedal does it all — hiss, giant power supply, and all. Joey and Derek talk vintage vs. modern, boutique prices, cork-sniffing vs. practicality, and why sometimes gear just needs to inspire you, even if it’s noisy and overpriced.Is a $1,000 delay pedal worth it? Would you buy one? Let us know in the comments.