OWNER’S MANUAL
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INTRODUCTION
Thanks for choosing the DigiTech® Ventura Vibe stereo vibrato/rotary pedal. The Ventura Vibe was
designed for the selective guitarist who wants the highest quality vibrato/rotary effects in a compact
package. The Ventura Vibe provides such distinguishing features as 3 versatile effects, true bypass,
constant high voltage operation, and true stereo processing, making the Ventura Vibe an essential
addition to the signal chain of players who know about sound quality and demand the utmost in
performance with superior tone and control.
The Ventura Vibe’s effect are:
• Vintage Vibrato (based on the legendary Uni-Vibe®)
• Modern Vibrato
• Rotary
To use the Ventura Vibe pedal, enable the effect with the Footswitch (the LED will light when the effect
is enabled). Set the MIX control to the 3 o’clock position. Select the desired vibrato/rotary type with
the TYPE switch. Adjust the TONE, DRIVE, DEPTH, and SPEED controls to dial in the desired effect. Now
re-adjust the MIX control for the desired blend of wet and dry signals.
FEATURES
• 3 Effects in a Single Pedal
• Effect Type Switch
• Controls for Speed, Depth, Mix, Drive, & Tone
• True Bypass
• Stereo 1/4”Inputs & Outputs w/ True Stereo Processing
• Constant High Voltage Power Rails
• Effect On/Off LED Indicator
• Soft Touch Vacuum Switch
• Included StompLock™ & Pedalboard Hook & Loop Pad
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USER INTERFACE
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1. Effect Type Selector Switch
Selects from the following vibrato/rotary algorithm types:
• VINTAGE - The classic sound of a vintage vibrato effect (based on the classic Uni-Vibe®)
• MODERN - A modern vibrato effect.
• ROTARY - Effect based on the sound of a rotating Leslie® speaker cabinet.
2. DC Power Jack
Connect the specified Harman power supply (sold separately) to this jack. Be sure to use the proper
model information. The Ventura Vibe can only be powered using the external power supply.
3. DEPTH Knob
Increases the intensity of the modulation effects. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the intensity
and counter-clockwise to decrease the intensity.
4. TONE Knob
This knob is used to increase or decrease the amount of high frequencies in the effect signal. Turn
the knob clockwise to increase the high frequencies or counter-clockwise to decrease the high
frequencies. With the knob at the 12 o’clock position, there is no boost or cut of high frequencies.
5. DRIVE Knob
This knob is used to increase or decrease the amount of drive/distortion incorporated into the
effect. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the drive/distortion amount or counterclockwise to
reduce the drive/distortion amount.
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6. Input 1 (Mono)
Use this jack when only a single connection is needed. Connect your instrument, the output of a
pedal, or an amp effects send to this jack. Signals are heard at both outputs when only this jack is
used.
7. Indicator LED
This LED lights red to indicate when the effect is turned on.
8. Input 2
Connect a second input to this jack for stereo operation. Inputs 1 and 2 are processed separately
through the effect then fed to Outputs 1 and 2, keeping true stereo separation between channels.
9. Footswitch
Turns the effect on or off.
10. SPEED Knob
Controls the rate of the modulation effect. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the rate or counter-
clockwise to decrease the rate.
The Ventura Vibe gives you the flexibility to control the speed of the modulation effect during
performance by pressing and holding the Footswitch while the effect is on. The Vibe’s LED will
turn green and the speed will ramp up to the fastest speed for the selected type as long as the
footswitch is held. When the Footswitch is released, the LED will turn red again and the speed will
return to the speed set by the SPEED knob.
11. MIX Knob
Controls the amount of effect added to the dry (unprocessed) signal. Turn this knob clockwise for
more effect or counter-clockwise for less effect.
12. Output 1 (Mono)
Connect this output to the input of a single guitar amplifier or amp effects return.
13. Output 2
Connect this output to the input of a second guitar amplifier when a second amp is being used.
When only the Input 1 (Mono) jack is connected, guitar and effect signal can be heard in both
Outputs 1 and 2 when they are used.
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MAKING CONNECTIONS/APPLYING POWER
To connect the Ventura Vibe pedal to your rig:
1. Turn down the amplifier’s master volume control.
3. Connect the appropriate Harman power supply (not included) to the POWER input connector
and connect the other end to an available AC outlet.
4. Strum your guitar and gradually increase your amplifier’s master volume control until the
desired level is achieved.
CONNECTION DIAGRAMS
Mono/Stereo Amplifier Setup
Amp 1
Harman
Power Supply
IN
IN
IN 1 (MONO)
IN 2
OUT 1 (MONO)
OUT 2
OUT
Amp 2
Other Effects
Use only unbalanced TS instrument cables for audio connections.
Optional
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Amplifier Effects Loop Setup
Harman
FX SND
FX RTN
Power Supply
Amp
IN 1 (MONO)
OUT 1 (MONO)
OUT
Other Effects
IN
Use only unbalanced TS instrument cables for audio connections.
Optional
NOTE: If the amp effects loop has a mix control, set the mix to 100% full wet.
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EXAMPLE SETTINGS
Try these settings to get started.
Cold Shot
Floyd Breath
D
D
SPEED
DEPTH
SPEED
DEPTH
MIX
TONE
DRIVE
MIX
TONE
DRIVE
Lush
Guitar Organ
D
D
SPEED
DEPTH
SPEED
DEPTH
MIX
TONE
DRIVE
MIX
TONE
DRIVE
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Clapton Badge
Lucy Diamonds
D
D
SPEED
DEPTH
SPEED
DEPTH
MIX
TONE
DRIVE
MIX
TONE
DRIVE
No Quarter
Jimi Star Spangled
D
D
SPEED
DEPTH
SPEED
DEPTH
MIX
TONE
DRIVE
MIX
TONE
DRIVE
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PERFORMANCE ACCESSORIES
The performance accessories make integrating the Ventura Vibe pedal into any pedalboard a snap. The
following accessories are included:
• Hook-and-loop Pedalboard Pad
(designed to attach to the surfaces found on most commercial pedalboards)
• StompLock™
(keeps your settings where you want them)
Hook-and-loop Pedalboard Pad
To attach the Pedalboard Pad, do the following:
1. Peel off the existing rubber skid pad from the bottom of the pedal.
2. Peel the adhesive protector from the back of the Pedalboard Pad.
3. Apply the Pedalboard Pad to the bottom of the pedal.
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StompLock™
The included StompLock lets you lock your settings in place, while the open-top design lets you see
your settings.
To place the StompLock over the pedal knobs:
1. Set the knobs to your preferred settings.
2. Orient the StompLock so that it lines up with the knobs and gently push it over the top of the
knobs.
3. To remove the StompLock, grip it from the sides and gently lift it up and off the knobs.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Interface
Controls:
Speed, Depth, Mix, Tone, Drive, Effect Type, Effect On/Off
Input 1 (Mono), Input 2, Output 1 (Mono), Output 2
Jacks:
Inputs
Input Impedance:
Effect on: >1 MΩ (stereo), >500 kΩ (mono)
Effect off: >1 MΩ (stereo), >500 kΩ (mono)
Effect off: True hardwire bypass
Outputs
Output Impedance:
Effect on: 1 kΩ
Effect off: 1 kΩ
Effect off: True hardwire bypass
Physical
Dimensions:
4.40”(L) x 2.65”(W) x 2.0”(H)
1.0 lb.
Weight:
Power
Power Requirements:
9V DC external power supply
675 mW (< 75 mA @ 9V DC)
75 mA (typical at 9V DC)
PS0913DC-01 (US, JA, EU)
PS0913DC-02 (AU, UK)
Power Consumption:
Current Draw:
Power Supply Model:
Power Supply Polarity:
Power Supply Output:
9V DC 1.3 A
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Leslie is a registered trademark of Suzuki Musical Instrument Manufacturing Co. Ltd.
Uni-Vibe is a registered trademark of Dunlop Manufacturing, Inc.
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Ventura Vibe Owner's Manual
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