If you have any comments or questions about the products in my article, feel free to leave a comment below the article. The Mooer Pitch Step was displayed for the first time at the NAMM show three years ago (2018), and it was a game-changer – this little pitch-shifter/pitch-bender was modern and reliable, yet affordable and easy-to-use. It is very compact, and it can be powered either by a 9V power or by a battery, which makes it very pedalboard-friendly. With the Mooer Pitch-step, you can pitch shift up and down an octave.

I must admit I was a little unsure about the design of this pedal at first. Each of the different fuzz and harmonizer controls is named after various types of bees, which is unusual, to say the least. However, I love the freedom that the pedal provides when you start to blend the five tones using the parameters. With original late-70s Op-Amp Big Muffs selling for exorbitant prices, Mike Matthews decided to take the power to the people and reissue the classic pedal at a price that players could afford! The circuitry of the new Op-Amp Big Muff —sometimes also referred to as the IC or V4 Big Muff— has been faithfully re-created while several practical enhancements have been added including a compact, die-cast chassis and true bypass switching. Then there’s the ‘Mix’ control which is sometimes also labeled ‘Dry/Wet’. This determines the blend between the dry signal of the guitar and the harmonies created by the pedal. The Marshmallow pitch-shifter by Alexander Pedals will strike an interest in many guitar players just by taking a glance – it has an exciting graphic design. However, the thing that will make them buy it is, of course, the fact that this pedal is one versatile beast. Who is this best suited for: Behringer pedals are suitable for guitarists who perhaps don’t want to spend a lot of money on individual effects, but still require access to high-quality tone-shaping options.Who is this best suited for: The Data Corrupter is a great choice for guitarists who incorporate electronic music elements into their songs. It has the potential to transform your guitar’s signal into a blend of synth tones and modulation effects, whilst adding complex harmonies to the output. Who is this best suited for: I’d strongly recommend the TC Electronic Quintessence to two types of guitarists. Firstly, those who already have a decent knowledge of music theory, harmony, and intervals will love the functionality and attention to detail of this pedal. Secondly, those who are hoping to learn more about the theoretical side of music will also find it to be valuable to their development!

Guitar harmonizer pedals vary in terms of the controls and parameters they feature. Some are designed more simplistically, while others use complex digital processors to allow the musician to create complex harmonies to accompany their riffs, melodies, and chords.My Review: When I first got my hands on the Quintessence pedal, I could tell that this pedal offered a wide range of harmonizer-based options. I was particularly impressed by the detail of each of the four controls, which allowed me to control all aspects of the harmony effect. My Review: Eventide has built a reputation as one of the leading producers of digital effects units, so I was very excited to test their H9 Max Harmonizer and to see how it compares to their other exceptional offerings.

My Review: Behringer is renowned for producing affordable pedals, which are often based on the designs of more expensive models. The US600 Ultra Shifter/Harmonizer is essentially a clone of the aforementioned BOSS Harmonizer, and it comes very close to the high standard set by that pedal.

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Harmonizer pedals work by duplicating the original signal played on a guitar and modulating the pitch to create harmony. This is the same process used by pitch shifter and octave pedals, except harmonizers, tend to move with the notes that are played and respond based on the keys and intervals the guitarist has established. Buffered harmonizer pedals, on the other hand, work by boosting the guitar’s signal to an optimal level. This ensures that as the signal travels through the chain, it doesn’t diminish in terms of its strength. It’s recommended that you begin your signal chain with a buffered pedal if possible, as this will provide an adequate boost. Who is this best suited for: Guitarists who want to capture the attention of the audience when playing solos will enjoy the sound created by the Whammy Ricochet. This pedal is sure to propel your guitar to the top of the mix instantly. Although the Behringer FX600 is not only a pitch-shifter pedal, it does have a pitch-shifting effect.

In default mode, I discovered that the Skyline Harmony simply adds a perfect 5th to whatever notes I played on the guitar. This mode is great for adding depth to solos, and for metal-style shredding. When I tweaked the position of the switch to ‘Pitch Shift Mode’, I was able to add an interval of semitones to my guitar’s original notes. My Review: I was originally drawn to the Brainwaves pedal by TC Electronic due to its flamboyant, eye-catching aesthetical design. Like all TC Electronic pedals, it has a unique visual quality which I found intriguing. Of course, the control knobs on the pedal are different for each model. Furthermore, with the Marshmallow pedal, you can use the four factories’ pre-sets or make and store your own. If you have a MIDI controller, you can go even further and store 16 presets, all accessible with the push of your finger. A good quality PSU allows you to supply all of your pedals with the optimal voltage they require to function properly. The unit is connected to the pedal using power cables, and these can be left in place to save you time when you need to use your pedals. We’ve had a slew of affordable pedals coming through the shop lately, and have been pretty impressed with what they have to offer. One of these companies is Caline, and we’re going to take a look at their CP-36 Big Dipper Pitch Shifter today. A tiny pedal with a bunch of options, this is a nice way to get introduced to the world of pitch shifting, and at an unbeatable price for players of all skill levels.My Review: BOSS’ exceptional VE-2 is technically a harmonizer for vocalists, but I’ve included it on this list because it can also be used with electric guitar. This pedal is a brilliant tool to have as part of your rig, both for recording and performing live.