DigiTech Ventura Vibe Owner's Manual

Warranty

DigiTech provides a warranty for its products. To validate, register online at digitech.com within ten days of purchase. This warranty is valid only in the United States.

DigiTech warrants this product, when purchased new from an authorized U.S. DigiTech dealer and used solely within the U.S., to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service. This warranty is valid to the original purchaser only and is non-transferable.

DigiTech's liability is limited to repairing or replacing defective materials. Products must be returned to DigiTech WITH RETURN AUTHORIZATION. Parts and labor are covered up to one year, extended to six years if properly registered. A Return Authorization number is obtained by contacting DigiTech. DigiTech is not liable for consequential damage from product use.

Proof-of-purchase (original receipt copy) is required for warranty service.

DigiTech reserves the right to make design changes or improvements without obligation to install them on previously manufactured products.

The warranty is forfeited if the product's main assembly is opened by anyone other than a certified DigiTech technician, or if the product is used with AC voltages outside the suggested range.

This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied. DigiTech is not liable for special or consequential damages or delays beyond its control.

Note: Information in this manual is subject to change without notification and may be inaccurate due to undocumented product changes. This version supersedes all previous versions.

Technical Support & Service

For technical support, contact DigiTech Technical Support. Be prepared to describe the problem and provide the serial number (found on the chassis sticker). Register your product at digitech.com if you haven't already.

Before returning a product for service, consult this manual to ensure correct installation and operating procedures were followed. For further assistance, contact Technical Support at (801) 566-8800 or visit digitech.com.

A Return Authorization Number MUST be obtained from Technical Support before returning any product to the factory. No returned products will be accepted without one.

After warranty expiration, factory service incurs a reasonable charge for parts, labor, and packing. Transportation charges to the factory are the customer's responsibility. DigiTech covers return shipping if the product is still under warranty.

Use original packing material if available. Mark the package clearly and insure it properly. Ship prepaid, not collect. Do not ship via parcel post.

Introduction

The DigiTech® Ventura Vibe is a stereo vibrato/rotary pedal designed for guitarists seeking high-quality vibrato/rotary effects in a compact package. It offers 3 versatile effects, true bypass, constant high voltage operation, and true stereo processing, making it an essential addition for players valuing sound quality and performance.

Effects Included

Vintage Vibrato (based on the legendary Uni-Vibe®)
Modern Vibrato
Rotary (effect based on a rotating Leslie® speaker cabinet)

To use the pedal, enable the effect with the Footswitch (indicated by the LED). Set the MIX control to the 3 o'clock position. Select the desired effect type with the TYPE switch. Adjust the TONE, DRIVE, DEPTH, and SPEED controls to achieve the desired sound. 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 with True Stereo Processing
Constant High Voltage Power Rails
Effect On/Off LED Indicator
Soft Touch Vacuum Switch
Included StompLock™ & Pedalboard Hook & Loop Pad

User Interface

The pedal features a central graphic with numbered controls:

1. Effect Type Selector Switch: Selects between VINTAGE, MODERN, and ROTARY effects.
2. DC Power Jack: Connect the specified Harman power supply (sold separately) here. Use the correct power supply for your region's mains voltage.
3. DEPTH Knob: Controls the intensity of modulation effects. Clockwise increases intensity, counter-clockwise decreases it.
4. TONE Knob: Adjusts the amount of high frequencies in the effect signal. Clockwise increases highs, counter-clockwise decreases them. At 12 o'clock, there is no boost or cut.
5. DRIVE Knob: Controls the amount of drive/distortion. Clockwise increases drive/distortion, counter-clockwise reduces it.
6. Input 1 (Mono): Use for single connection. Connect your instrument, a pedal output, or an amp effects send. Signals are heard at both outputs when only this jack is used.
7. Indicator LED: Lights red when the effect is turned on.
8. Input 2: Connect a second input for stereo operation. Inputs 1 and 2 are processed separately for true stereo separation.
9. Footswitch: Turns the effect on or off.
10. SPEED Knob: Controls the rate of the modulation effect. Clockwise increases rate, counter-clockwise decreases it. Holding the Footswitch while the effect is on ramps the speed up to maximum for the selected type. Releasing it returns the speed to the knob's setting.
11. MIX Knob: Controls the blend of the effected signal with the dry (unprocessed) signal. Clockwise for more effect, counter-clockwise for less.
12. Output 1 (Mono): Connect to a single guitar amplifier or amp effects return.
13. Output 2: Connect to a second guitar amplifier for stereo use. When only Input 1 is used, signals are heard in both outputs.

Making Connections/Applying Power

To connect the Ventura Vibe pedal to your rig:

Turn down the amplifier's master volume control.
Make all audio connections as shown in the connection diagrams.
Connect the appropriate Harman power supply (not included) to the POWER input connector and plug it into an AC outlet.
Strum your guitar and gradually increase your amplifier's master volume control until the desired level is achieved.

Connection Diagrams

Mono/Stereo Amplifier Setup

This setup involves connecting your guitar to Input 1 (Mono) of the Ventura Vibe. Output 1 (Mono) and Output 2 can then be connected to one or two amplifiers, respectively. A Harman Power Supply connects to the DC Power Jack. Unbalanced TS instrument cables are recommended for audio connections.

Amplifier Effects Loop Setup

For this setup, connect your guitar to Input 1 (Mono). Output 1 (Mono) connects to the amplifier's FX RETURN jack, and the amplifier's FX SEND jack connects to the pedal's Input 1 (Mono). A Harman Power Supply connects to the DC Power Jack. Unbalanced TS instrument cables are recommended. If the amp's effects loop has a mix control, set it to 100% full wet.

Example Settings

Here are some suggested settings to get started:

Cold Shot

TYPE switch: VINTAGE. SPEED: 10 o'clock. DEPTH: 2 o'clock. MIX: 10 o'clock. TONE/DRIVE: 12 o'clock.

Floyd Breath

TYPE switch: VINTAGE. SPEED: 11 o'clock. DEPTH: 1 o'clock. MIX: 12 o'clock. TONE/DRIVE: 1 o'clock.

Lush

TYPE switch: MODERN. SPEED: 9 o'clock. DEPTH: 3 o'clock. MIX: 11 o'clock. TONE/DRIVE: 10 o'clock.

Guitar Organ

TYPE switch: ROTARY. SPEED: 12 o'clock. DEPTH: 1 o'clock. MIX: 1 o'clock. TONE/DRIVE: 12 o'clock.

Clapton Badge

TYPE switch: VINTAGE. SPEED: 10 o'clock. DEPTH: 12 o'clock. MIX: 11 o'clock. TONE/DRIVE: 11 o'clock.

Lucy Diamonds

TYPE switch: MODERN. SPEED: 11 o'clock. DEPTH: 11 o'clock. MIX: 12 o'clock. TONE/DRIVE: 10 o'clock.

No Quarter

TYPE switch: ROTARY. SPEED: 10 o'clock. DEPTH: 12 o'clock. MIX: 10 o'clock. TONE/DRIVE: 11 o'clock.

Jimi Star Spangled

TYPE switch: VINTAGE. SPEED: 12 o'clock. DEPTH: 1 o'clock. MIX: 10 o'clock. TONE/DRIVE: 12 o'clock.

Performance Accessories

The Ventura Vibe includes accessories to enhance pedalboard integration:

Hook-and-loop Pedalboard Pad: Designed to attach to most commercial pedalboards. To attach: Peel off the existing rubber skid pad from the pedal's bottom, peel the adhesive protector from the Pedalboard Pad, and apply the pad to the pedal's bottom.
StompLock™: Keeps your settings secure. To place: Set knobs to preferred settings, orient StompLock to align with knobs, and gently push it over the knobs. To remove, grip the sides and lift.

Specifications

Interface

Controls: Speed, Depth, Mix, Tone, Drive, Effect Type, Effect On/Off
Jacks: Input 1 (Mono), Input 2, Output 1 (Mono), Output 2

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)
Weight: 1.0 lb.

Power

Power Requirements: 9V DC external power supply
Power Consumption: 675 mW (< 75 mA @ 9V DC)
Current Draw: 75 mA (typical at 9V DC)
Power Supply Model: PS0913DC-01 (US, JA, EU), PS0913DC-02 (AU, UK)
Power Supply Polarity: Center Negative
Power Supply Output: 9V DC 1.3 A

Specifications are 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.

Contact Information

Phone: (801) 566-8800

Web: digitech.com

Support: digitech.com/en-US/support

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