Strymon Ultraviolet Vintage Vibe Pedal with Blend Mode and Bias Switch

The Strymon Ultraviolet is a compact stompbox effects pedal designed to recreate and expand upon the classic sounds of vintage optical vibe and chorus circuits. It generates warm, rippling modulation effects including chorus and vibrato, aiming to capture the psychedelic tonal character associated with iconic guitarists from the 1960s and 1970s. The pedal uses an analogue-inspired signal path combined with modern digital control to offer a wide range of textured, ambient soundscapes. Key features include a three-position Bias switch that alters the shape and sweep of the modulation for distinct tonal flavours, and a central Mode switch. This selects between Chorus (a 50/50 mix of wet and dry signals) and Vibrato (100% wet signal) modes. Within Vibrato mode, a secondary switch selects Low, Mid, or High frequency response for the effect. The Intensity control has an extended range, particularly at slower speeds, to add significant depth and a more expansive sonic palette than traditional units. Modern connectivity is provided via TRS stereo inputs and outputs, a TRS MIDI connection, and a USB port, all powered by a 9V DC supply (adapter not included). The Ultraviolet is well-suited for guitarists and musicians seeking lush, modulating textures for genres like psychedelic rock, ambient, and shoegaze. Its straightforward layout with Speed, Intensity, and Volume knobs makes it accessible for live performance and studio use, while the MIDI implementation allows for integration into complex pedalboard setups. The pedal's design focuses on delivering an expressive and dynamic playing response, where the nuance of picking attack and playing style influences the modulation character, making it a versatile tool for both traditional and experimental sonic exploration.