The JAM Pedals "Spirit of the Sword" Delay Llama XTREME is an analog delay with presets and modulation, built around three 3205 BBD (bucket-brigade) chips that provide up to 800 ms of delay time1. It is part of JAM's Delay Llama XTREME line, which adds savable presets, tap tempo and four modulation modes to the analog delay core, and this version carries a custom "Spirit of the Sword" artwork. Every custom artwork pedal is a one-of-a-kind hand-painted piece, so the pedal received differs in detail from the photos shown1.
The controls and footswitches
Time, Repeats and Level cover the main delay sound, with eighth-note, quarter-note and dotted-eighth subdivisions available1. Two internal trimmers extend the range: a multi-turn trimmer sets the maximum repeat count, and a second trimmer sets the maximum trails decay in buffered bypass1.
The three footswitches divide the work:
- Left: engages and bypasses the pedal, with the TRLS switch selecting buffered trails or true bypass
- Middle: a prolonged press turns the selected XTREME mode on or off
- Right: tap at least twice to set tempo; hold it for oscillation1
The KD switch activates kill-dry operation, removing the dry signal so only the repeats are heard1.
The four XTREME modes
| Mode | What it does |
|---|---|
| Vibrato | Sine-wave modulation with adjustable depth and speed |
| Tape-Age | Random, worn-tape-style pitch variation |
| Random | Changes delay time at fixed intervals for abrupt pitch and rhythmic shifts |
| Pitch-Shift | Five interval pairs and five playback patterns, including a five-mode sequencer |
Remote control and expression
The XTREME is built to be driven from a board as well as from its own switches. The PS jack accepts a TRS preset controller, the TAP jack accepts a normally-open TS momentary remote switch, and the optional JAM Pedals CTRL BOX provides direct access to presets and tap/HOLD1. The DT jack accepts a passive 10 kΩ expression pedal for delay time, or a 0-5V CV signal when the internal DIP switches are set to CV mode1.
Power, weight and buying notes
Power is 9V DC, center-negative, with an isolated supply recommended, and maximum current draw is 130 mA1. That draw rules out most daisy-chain supplies, so a dedicated isolated output is the practical choice. The pedal weighs 620 g (1.35 lb) and measures 14.9 x 12.4 x 5.6 cm (5.8 x 4.8 x 2.2 in) including jacks and controls1.
JAM Pedals lists the pedal at £439.00 GBP as of 25 October 2026, shipped DDP with 20% UK VAT and all duties included, with no extra charges on delivery1. A 30-day money-back guarantee applies, with a refund no questions asked within 30 days of receiving the product1.
Each "Spirit of the Sword" pedal is a one-of-a-kind hand-painted piece, so the artwork on the pedal received will differ in detail from the photos shown1.
Related Delay Llama versions
The Delay Llama family spans several formats, and the XTREME sits at the top of it1:
- Delay Llama: the original analog BBD delay1
- Delay Llama XT: the intermediate version
- Delay Llama Xtreme: the presets-and-modulation platform this artwork version is built on1
- Delay Llama Supreme: the extended-delay variant
- Other XTREME artwork editions include "Eye in the Sky", "Tutti Frutti", "Achenbach multi-head", "Relic" and JAM1
For more on where this pedal sits, see the site's Delay Pedals page.
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Questions
Is the JAM Delay Llama XTREME analog or digital?
The core delay is analog. JAM Pedals describes the Delay Llama XTREME as a core analog delay built around three 3205 BBD (bucket-brigade) chips, which together provide up to 800 ms of delay time. The presets, tap tempo and XTREME modulation modes are managed around that analog delay core, so the repeats themselves pass through the bucket-brigade path rather than a digital conversion.
How much delay time does the Delay Llama XTREME have?
Up to 800 ms, provided by three 3205 BBD chips. The Time, Repeats and Level controls cover the main delay sound, and the pedal offers eighth-note, quarter-note and dotted-eighth subdivisions alongside tap tempo.
Does the Delay Llama XTREME have true bypass?
Yes, and it is selectable. The TRLS switch chooses between true bypass and buffered trails, so you can decide whether the delay repeats fade naturally after you switch the pedal off or the pedal removes itself entirely from the signal path. A second internal trimmer sets the maximum trails decay in buffered bypass.
Can I use an expression pedal with the Delay Llama XTREME?
Yes. The DT jack accepts a passive 10 kΩ expression pedal for delay time, or a 0-5V CV signal when the internal DIP switches are set to CV mode. The expression input is specified as passive 10 kΩ.
How many presets does the Delay Llama XTREME have?
Four savable presets plus a manual mode. The PS jack accepts a TRS preset controller and the TAP jack accepts a normally-open TS momentary remote switch, and the optional JAM Pedals CTRL BOX provides direct access to presets and tap/HOLD from the front of a board.
How much does the Delay Llama XTREME weigh?
620 g, or 1.35 lb. Dimensions including jacks and controls are 14.9 x 12.4 x 5.6 cm, or 5.8 x 4.8 x 2.2 inches.
Sources (1)
- "Spirit of the Sword" Delay Llama XTREME, JAM Pedals (www.jampedals.com)
