Eventide Pitchfactor
A multi-voice intelligent pitch-shifting and harmonizing guitar effects pedal with stereo inputs and outputs.
Overview
The Eventide Pitchfactor is a guitar effects pedal designed for pitch shifting and harmonizing, part of Eventide’s line of advanced audio processors. It supports stereo operation with two 1/4" inputs and two 1/4" outputs, and includes an expression pedal input and an auxiliary switch jack. The unit features true bypass switching and is powered by a 9V supply requiring at least 500 mA, with a center-positive configuration noted as critical for proper operation. It measures 4.8" x 7.5" x 2.12" and weighs 2.15 lbs, housing ten studio-quality effects in a single chassis.
Specifications
| Inputs | 2 x 1/4" mono phone jack |
| Outputs | 2 x 1/4" mono phone jack |
| USB | 1 x Type B |
| Expression Pedal Input | 1 x 1/4" |
| Aux Switch Input | 1 x 1/4" |
| True Bypass | Yes |
| Power Supply Requirement | 9V 1200 mA center POSITIVE |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 4.8" x 7.5" x 2.12" / 122mm x 190mm x 54mm |
| Weight | 2.15 lbs (1 kg) |
| Effects | Ten studio-quality effects |
Design
The Pitchfactor features an Encoder knob and two footswitches, with System Mode accessed by pressing and holding the Encoder and Right Footswitch simultaneously. Factory presets are organized numerically and include adjustable parameters such as Algorithm, Mix, Pitch A/B, Delay A/B, Depth, Key, Speed, Scale, Xnob, Ynob, and Tempo. The rear panel includes toggle switches for independent input and output level selection. It is capable of use as a single stereo insert with the Eventide H90.
Market
Listings show prices ranging from $379.00 to $799.00 (AUD), with reports indicating a specific need for a high-current 9V power supply (minimum 500 mA, up to 1200 mA) with center-positive polarity, a common point of user concern. Some users have reported issues after powering the unit, likely tied to incorrect power supply use.
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