tc electronic Viscous Vibe

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tc electronic Viscous Vibe

tc electronic

Viscous Vibe

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 356253
Model: Viscous Vibe
Price: $102.30

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The Viscous Vibe is a surprisingly good recreation of the elusive Shin-Ei Uni-Vibe. It’s perfect for players wanting that psychedelic swirl without the vintage price tag, and the TonePrint functionality adds a lot of versatility for experimenting with different vibe flavors. It's a great value for the money, especially for fans of classic rock and psychedelic tones.

Product Description

  • tc electronic Viscous Vibe
  • Electric Guitar Effect Pedal
  • 1: 1 Reconstruction of the legendary Shin-Ei Uni-Vibe
  • Toneprint compatable
  • Stereo input and output
  • Compact design
  • True bypass or buffered bypass
  • Analogue dry through
  • Controls: speed
  • intensity
  • volume
  • Mini toggle switch for chorus/ toneprint/ vibrato
  • Power supply with 9V battery or 9VDC power supply (suitable power supply available under Art. #409939#
  • both not included)
PROS
  • • Authentic Uni-Vibe emulation captures classic swirling modulation
  • • TonePrint technology unlocks a surprising range of vibe textures
  • • Compact size makes it pedalboard-friendly for most setups
  • • Solid build quality; feels robust for its affordable price point
CONS
  • • Analog dry through can be slightly colored, impacting clarity
  • • Limited control over wave shape compared to more complex units
  • • Mini toggle switch feels a little flimsy and less premium

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Key Features

Effect Type Uni-Vibe emulation with TonePrint options
Controls Speed, Intensity, Volume, Mode Switch (Chorus/TonePrint/Vibrato)
Bypass Type True Bypass/Buffered Bypass selectable
Stereo Stereo Input and Output
Power Supply 9V Battery or 9VDC Power Supply (not included)
Dimensions 4.3 in x 2.6 in x 2.9 in

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Frequently Asked Questions

It captures the core swirling character remarkably well, but lacks some of the subtle nuances and imperfections of a vintage unit. It's a very convincing approximation, though.
Yes, you can download and install TonePrint files created by other users, expanding the range of vibe sounds beyond the factory presets.
The buffered bypass does provide a cleaner signal with longer cables, but it subtly alters the tone compared to true bypass; it's a trade-off to consider.

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