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The Tube-Vibe is a high-end, all-tube take on the classic Uni-Vibe circuit, built using old-school thermionic technology. Instead of transistors, this psychedelic modulation machine uses vacuum tubes, photocells, and a pulsating filament lamp to generate rich, swirling chorus, vibrato, and Uni-Vibe-style effects with a distinctly organic character.Famously used by David Gilmour, the Tube-Vibe has an exceptionally lush, liquid sound with a beautifully phase blurred, three-dimensional quality. The response and depth of the effect are remarkably natural, making it particularly useful as a recording tool for guitar or keys. It also accepts an expression pedal for controlling rate organically as you play.Excellent condition; well cared for with only light signs of use. Functions like new. JJ tubes with plenty of life left. Some very minor cosmetic wear on chassis. Includes original box, manual, and power supply; (12VDC, 1.5A switched-mode wall-wart power supply that features a center-positive plug and operates on 100-240VAC mains input; using improper power may permanently damage it.)Difficult to find in the U.S. due to tariff costs, this one's already in California so you won't have to worry about import fees or a long wait time. Carefully packed and ready to ship!———Full Description from EffectrodeLike the Shin-Ei Uni-Vibe, the Tube-Vibe is based on the Hammond AO-41 organ vibrato unit. But, unlike the Uni-Vibe, the Tube-Vibe’s pre-amp, mixer and phase-shifter sections are built using vacuum tubes. Further, the Tube-Vibe features a dual LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator) that generates thick, swampy vibe tones at higher modulation rates and smooth, shimmering chorus effects at slower rates. The Tube-Vibe handles passive single coils or “hot” active humbucker pickups effortlessly. It’s immune to high signal levels which would undoubtedly cause severe clipping distortion in solid-state vibe pedals. Typically, the Tube-Vibe ships with a 12AU7 tube in its input stage for stunning, clean vibe tones and maximum headroom. Want more gain and growl? Then swap out the 12AU7 out for a higher gain variety, such as a 12AY7 or 12AX7. A 12AY7 will thicken up the tone of a “Strat”; and a 12AX7 will push tube amps into overdrive for some serious sustain.UsersDavid Gilmour [Pink Floyd] Gary Kemp [Spandau Ballet, Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets] SealSteve Rothery [Marillion]Steve Stevens [Billy Idol] Thomas BlugFeaturesAll Tube: Vacuum tube circuitry operating at real amp plate voltages for low background noise and stacks of headroom—the ultimate in audiophile performance!Dual LFOs: The “Classic” setting authentically replicates the deep, lopsided throb of the Uni-Vibe. The “Smooth” setting produces the dreamy, ethereal meta-chorus of a Hammond B-3. Further, the LFO can be halted (frozen) so that it operates as a sweepable notch filter creating hollow sounding scooped tones.Chorus/Vibrato Switch: Selects between the classic Hendrix/Trower Uni-Vibe chorus and Gilmourish pitch-shifting vibrato.High input impedance: Your guitar pickup “sees” a 1MΩ tube amp input stage, ensuring a wide, open and clear tone. In comparison, the input resistance of the Uni-Vibe is only 69KΩ. This is low enough to load single coil pickups and dull the tone of the guitar.True Bypass Switching: With Effectrode’s unique “anti-pop” bypass circuitry utilising sealed, gold-contact relay.“Dakaware” Knobs: Authentic Bakelite Dakaware Chicago knobs manufactured in the U.S.A using the original 1940s moulds!Purple LED: Throbs & pulsates with modulation speed for visual song tempo matchingIncludes 12VDC 1.5A Wall-Wart: High quality low-noise switched mode power supply operating from 100-240VAC mains input. Supplied with various adapter plugs to facilitate connection to mains outlets in other countries. Compatible with all Effectrode pedals.