Tc Electronic Flashback 2 Mini Delay

A modern reference for compact delay: the Flashback spirit, Mini and MASH version

The Flashback has established itself as a reliable choice for guitarists who want to go from a discreet slapback to ambient soundscapes without unnecessary complexity. This Flashback 2 Mini version retains the DNA of the range (versatility, musicality, simplicity) while adding a more "instrumental" approach to control thanks to MASH : your foot becomes a true expression controller, with no external pedal needed. The palette also expands with next-generation algorithms focused on more organic analog and tape textures, and a Crystal delay tailored for modern atmospheres.

For whom, for which styles, and in what context?

The Flashback 2 Mini is aimed both at guitarists looking for a serious first delay and experienced musicians wanting a reliable and ultra-compact pedal for touring. In blues and rock, it excels with short, round, and dynamic repeats. In pop, indie, and worship, longer delays and the Crystal mode help fill the space without muddying the playing. For fans of ambient and textures, MASH allows you to evolve a parameter (level, feedback, modulation, etc.) live, ideal for swells, transitions, and build-ups.

It works very well in front of an amp as well as in an effects loop, convenient if you want to keep clean repeats even with amp saturation.

Controls, modes, and highlights: simple on the surface, deep inside

Setup is immediate thanks to its 3 essential potentiometers : Delay (time), Feedback (number of repeats), and Level (effect level). The footswitch manages the bypass, and its secondary functions add real value on stage: Tap Tempo to lock the tempo on the fly, and MASH to control one or more parameters by pressure, like an expression pedal.

On the creative side, the pedal is TonePrint : you can transfer presets and design your own delays via the editor (computer and mobile). The Crystal mode relies on a polyphonic octave engine for airy, harmonized repeats, perfect for shimmering pads. Finally, the Flashback 2 Mini combines true bypass and Analog-Dry-Through to preserve your signal integrity: the "dry" sound remains analog, and the effect is cleanly layered on top.

Sound

The Flashback 2 Mini aims for a signature that is both musical and usable in a band context. The Analog and Tape algorithms offer rounder repeats, with just the right amount of grain and natural degradation to avoid the overly clinical "digital copy" effect. You get delays that sit behind the playing without overpowering it and remain clear even with generous feedback settings.

MASH adds a very "live" dimension: by pressing more or less, you can inflate the feedback, open the level, or accentuate modulation depending on the loaded TonePrint. The result: a mini-format pedal capable of going from discreet delay to spectacular moment, while remaining intuitive and quick to dial in.

Technical specifications

Effects	Delay	Use	electric guitar
Format	Pedal	Color	Blue
Type	sector

Delay time	up to 6000 ms	Weight	200 g
Potentiometers	Delay, Feedback, Level	Battery operation	no
Footswitch	Effect Bypass (with secondary functions MASH and Tap Tempo )	Warranty	3 years (subject to applicable conditions)
Status LED	Effect On	Required power supply	9V DC
Input	6.35mm Jack	Consumption	100 mA
Output	6.35mm Jack	Power connector	cylindrical jack 5.5 x 2.1 mm, negative center
USB	Mini-B (editing and management via TonePrint)	Power supply included	no
Dimensions (W x D x H)	41 x 90 x 50 mm