Echotank

Echotank

The Ibanez Soundtank EM5 Echo Machine is a compact digital delay pedal from the 1990s, known for its warm, tape-like echo tones and user-friendly interface. It features controls for delay time, repeat, and effect level, offering up to 300ms of delay. Housed in the distinctive Soundtank series plastic enclosure, the EM5 is valued for its lush, atmospheric repeats and affordability, making it a popular choice for players seeking vintage-inspired delay effects.

Fender Model Guide

Produces mellow repeats with a smooth, understated character that blends naturally into the original signal. Well suited for subtle ambience and supporting textures.

  • TIME Adjusts time before first repeat is heard.
  • FEEDBACK Adjusts number of delay repeats.
  • MIX Adjusts level of delay effect.
  • TAP DIVISION Synch delay time to the beat by selecting a subdivision of the current tempo.
  • SPILLOVER SWITCH Select to continue hearing delay repeats after effect has been bypassed.

From the Fender Tone Master Pro Model Guide

Based on
Ibanez Soundtank EM5
Effect type
Delay
Real gear released
1996