Eventide UltraTap
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UltraTap
Product Info
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The UltraTap is a serious delay powerhouse for players who want to go beyond basic repeats. Its tap editing is truly revolutionary, letting you create complex, evolving rhythms. It's perfect for experimental musicians, studio tinkerers, and anyone wanting to inject unique textures into their sound.
Product Description
- Eventide UltraTap
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Delay
- Allows the positions of the taps to be adjusted between maximum stereo width and mono playback
- 5 Presets directly accessible via footswitch and many more sounds via Eventide Device Manager (EDM) software
- Active footswitch with dual function for latch and momentary operation
- Rear-mounted guitar/line level switch for matching the level of guitars
- synthesizers
- loop-in paths or a DAW interface
- Mapping of any combination of parameters to an expression pedal
- Single aux switch usable for tap tempo function
- triple aux switch for easy preset change (up/down/load)
- MIDI capability via TRS (with a MIDI-TRS adapter cable or converter) or USB
- Multiple bypass options: buffered
- relay
- DSP+FX or kill dry
- Catch-up mode for easier sound adjustment when changing presets and parameters
- Eventide Device Manager software for PC or Mac for updating system settings and creating and saving presets
- Input: 6.3 mm jack
- Output 1 + 2: 6.3 mm jack
- Mini USB
- Expression pedal jack: 6.3 mm jack
- Mains adapter connection: Hollow female plug 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- negative pole inside
- Powered by 9 V battery or 9 V DC mains adapter (included)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 102 x 108 x 43 mm
- Weight: 480 g
PROS
- • Exceptional tap editing capabilities offer unprecedented rhythmic complexity.
- • EDM software unlocks a massive sound palette beyond the five presets.
- • Versatile bypass options cater to diverse signal chain needs.
- • Rear-panel guitar/line level switch expands input source compatibility.
CONS
- • Complex interface demands a significant learning curve for casual users.
- • MIDI implementation requires an adapter, adding to the cost and complexity.
- • Limited physical controls necessitate frequent EDM software interaction.
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Key Features
Delay Type
Digital, Tap-Based
Max Delay Time
6.5 seconds
Controls
Tap, Mix, Time, Pan, Preset Footswitches, Aux Switches
Tap Tempo
Via aux switch or footswitch
Bypass Type
Buffered, Relay, DSP+FX, Kill Dry
Power Supply
9V DC, 200mA
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Frequently Asked Questions
It blends mono and stereo taps, allowing you to tighten the sound for focused repeats or widen it for a massive, ethereal effect – the difference is quite significant.
Absolutely, you can map any parameter to an expression pedal, offering dynamic control over delay time, feedback, or pan – a great feature for live performance.
While the five presets are usable out of the box, the EDM software unlocks the full potential and allows for deep customization and sound creation – it’s highly recommended.
