
Few effects are as closely tied to an era of rock music as the Uni-Vibe, the whooshing, buoyant effect that defined the sound of late-1960s psychedelic rock and into the darker and experimental 1970s. The original, lightbulb-equipped Uni-Vibe by Shin Ei was a go-to stompbox for Jimi Hendrix, David Gilmour, Robin Trower, and countless other guitarists of the era—which is why they’re a four-figure Holy Grail for pedal collectors today.
For the rest of us who want an authentic Uni-Vibe sound without breaking the bank,
Strymon has released the
UltraViolet Vintage Vibe, the most accurate recreation of the iconic vibe sound yet. This pedal is far from just the old circuit in a new box because it also has some much-welcomed updates and features for easier handling and even more sonic possibilities.
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