Digitech Whammy Bass

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Digitech Whammy Bass

Digitech

Whammy Bass

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 333903
Brand: Digitech
Model: Whammy Bass
Category: Bass Pedals
Price: $218.90

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The Digitech Whammy Bass brings that iconic, otherworldly pitch-bending to your low end. It's a fantastic tool for funk, metal, or adding a touch of chaos to any style; the bass-optimized tracking makes a huge difference compared to the guitar versions. If you're a bassist looking for a relatively affordable way to explore extreme pitch manipulation, this is a solid starting point.

Product Description

  • Digitech Whammy Bass
  • Pitch Shift Effect Pedal
  • Optimised for electric bass guitar
  • The original Whammy effect
  • "Classic" and "Chord" (polyphonic) tracking modes
  • MIDI Input for controls
  • 21 Different programs
  • True bypass
  • Dimensions (LxWxH): 196.85 x 165.1 x 63.5 mm
  • Incl. 9V DC power supply
PROS
  • • Excellent bass-specific tracking avoids muddy, synth-like tones
  • • Classic Whammy sound, instantly recognizable and versatile
  • • InChord mode offers surprisingly usable polyphonic pitch shifting
  • • MIDI input expands creative possibilities beyond basic pitch bends
CONS
  • • Build quality feels plasticky, not as robust as higher-end pedals
  • • Limited program slots can become restrictive for complex setups
  • • True bypass can introduce slight noise depending on signal chain

Product Video

Key Features

Effect Type Pitch Shifting
Controls Expression Pedal, Program Knob, Select Buttons
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC (included)
Connections 1/4 in Input, 1/4 in Output, 1/4 in MIDI In, 1/4 in Expression Pedal
Dimensions 196.85 x 165.1 x 63.5 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

InChord does a decent job, but expect some tracking artifacts with very fast or intricate passages – it’s best for simpler lines or textural sweeps.
Yes, the pedal is designed to work with standard 1/4 in expression pedals, giving you more control over the pitch shifting.
It’s primarily for program selection and expression control; deeper MIDI parameters like real-time adjustment of shift ranges aren't available.

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