Riptide Ripping Distortion and Swirling Modulation
Product Description
Ready to be swept away? Introducing Riptide, the result of extensive research into the iconic Uni-Vibe and legendary overdrives. Whether you’re looking to ride the slow, vibey waves of lush modulation or dive headfirst into the pulsing depths of overdrive, Riptide invites you to play with power and attitude that’s unapologetically bold. Riptide features not one, but two distinct voicings for each effect, all delivered in glorious stereo. Plus, you can effortlessly transition from Drive into Vibe or Vibe into Drive. Let ‘er rip. Features Four Effects: 2 Overdrives, 2 Uni-Vibes Drive ⇆ Vibe at the press of a button No Deep Dives: 3 Drive Knobs, 3 Vibe Knobs Five presets at your feet — more available with Eventide Device Manager (EDM) software Dual-action Active Footswitch is latching or momentary Rear panel Guitar/Line Level switch for matching impedances with guitar, synths, FX loop or DAW interface Map any combination of parameters to an Expression Pedal Use a single Aux switch for Tap Tempo or a triple Aux switch for easy preset changing MIDI capability over TRS (use with a MIDI to TRS cable Type A or converter box) or USB Multiple Bypass options: Buffered, Relay, DSP+FX or Kill dry Catch-up mode to dial in your sound when toggling between presets/parameters Eventide Device Manager PC or Mac application for software updates, system settings and creating/saving presets Two Colors of Drive Riptide features a balanced distortion with superb dynamics and touch sensitivity. Green is a dynamic, mid-range crunch. Red is a smooth and boosted overdrive. Two Colors of Vibe Authentic Shin-ei Uni-Vibe emulation captures the richness and modulation of the original, in stereo! Green is the traditional Uni-Vibe. Red is a deeper, phase-y Vibe.