Digitech Pitch Shifter Whammy Ricochet
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Digitech
Pitch Shifter Whammy Ricochet
Product Info
Article Number:
384807
Brand:
Digitech
Model:
Pitch Shifter Whammy Ricochet
Category:
Guitar Effects
Price:
$161.70
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Ricochet is a clever way to get that iconic Digitech Whammy sound without needing an expression pedal. It's a fun, affordable option for guitarists and bassists wanting instant, dramatic pitch shifts – think dive bombs and wacky textures. Ideal for studio experimentation or adding a bit of chaos to your live rig.
Product Description
- Digitech Pitch Shifter Whammy Ricochet
- Effect Pedal
- Digitech Whammy Pitch Shifting in compact format
- Original Whammy sounds without expression pedal
- Pitching in a range of up to 2 octaves up or down
- 7 Selectable intervals: 2nd
- octave
- double octave and octave with dry signal
- Precisely controllable shift and return time for the pitch effect
- Polyphonic effect in chords mode
- Foot switch function selectable between latching- and momentary mode
- Pitch status always visible on LED bar
- Input and output 6.3 mm mono jack
- Metal housing
- True Bypass (in latching mode)
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 121 x 73 x 45 mm
- Compatible mains adapter: Article number #409939# (not included)
*Note: *Battery operation not possible
PROS
- • Compact design delivers classic Whammy tones in a small footprint
- • 7 selectable intervals offer diverse pitch-shifting possibilities
- • True bypass preserves signal integrity when effect is disengaged
- • Chords mode allows polyphonic pitch manipulation for richer sounds
CONS
- • Lack of expression pedal input limits nuanced pitch control
- • Battery operation absent, requiring a power adapter for use
- • Limited control over shift/return time compared to higher-end units
Product Video
Key Features
Effect Type
Pitch Shifter / Whammy
Controls
Footswitch, LED Bar, Select/Shift Knob
Bypass Type
True Bypass (latching mode)
Power Supply
9V DC Adapter (not included)
Connections
6.3mm Mono Jack (Input/Output)
Dimensions
121 x 73 x 45 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Ricochet is designed to operate without an expression pedal, offering preset intervals.
While it works, complex chords can sometimes produce unpredictable results; it's best suited for simpler chord structures.
The LED bar provides a visual representation of the current pitch shift setting, making interval selection easier.
