DigiTech Ventura Vibe (2015)
A discontinued rotary/vibrato effects pedal offering vintage, modern, and rotary voicing with stereo output
Overview
The DigiTech Ventura Vibe is a rotary/vibrato guitar effects pedal introduced around October 2015. It emulates Uni-Vibe, vibrato, and Leslie speaker effects using LFO-controlled modulation. Designed for stereo operation, it features separate left and right ¼" unbalanced outputs and requires a 9 VDC external power supply. The pedal includes patented StompLock technology and a dual-color LED display, allowing players to select between three distinct effect voicings—vintage, modern, and rotary—while offering acceleration and overdrive features for added tonal shaping.
Specifications
| Product type | Rotary/Vibrato pedal |
| Power Requirements | 9 VDC external power supply (required) |
| Output | Separate Left and Right ¼" Unbalanced (Tip-Sleeve) |
| Output Impedance | Effect on: 1 kΩ |
| Dimensions | 4.4" (L) x 2.65" (W) x 2.0" (H); 112mm (L) x 67mm (W) x 51mm (H) |
Design
The Ventura Vibe is an LFO-controlled vibe pedal with three selectable voicings: vintage, modern, and rotary. It delivers Uni-Vibe, vibrato, and Leslie effects and features stereo output for spatial depth. The unit includes patented StompLock technology for secure footswitch operation, a dual-color LED display, and built-in acceleration and overdrive functions to enhance modulation dynamics.
Context
Introduced around October 2015, the Ventura Vibe was positioned as a versatile modulation effects pedal in DigiTech’s lineup. It was designed to emulate classic rotary and vibrato tones while adding modern control features. The pedal has been used by three professional artists and was discontinued after its production run.
Market
The Ventura Vibe had an original price of $150 when new. It has been observed selling used for $95 on Reverb as of April 3, 2024, with other best prices starting from $114. The pedal is discontinued but remains available through secondary market listings.
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