Loan of Musical Instruments for Arts Performers
Category:
Pedal Effect
DIGITECH
Whammy DT Pitch Shifter
Step down or step up 7 half steps or an entire octave
The Whammy DT gives you the latest pitch shifting technology to retune your guitar without ever touching the tuning pegs. Step up or down in 7 half steps, or an entire octave with just one setting.
Whammy effects capabilities
With all the new tuning capabilities, you still have your true pitch shifting effects to sweeten up all moments of your gig. With over 20 years of leading the market in pitch shifting, Whammy effects give you the comfort of knowing the pedal you are using is a proven winner.
Momentary footswitch for “hammer-on” and “pull-off” effects
You can instantly create hammer-on and pull-off effects during your performance with the momentary footswitch. Hold it on for quick chord shifts or note changes during your solo or a gritty bridge.
Range:
Bronze
Year:
2023
About the Brand
Specialising in digital circuitry, hence their name, Digitech were among the first to pioneer this technology in the pedal market. With more than three decades of experience, Digitech have formed a respected and renowned reputation within the industry.
History of Digitech
Founded in 1984, it was in 1989 that Digitech hit their stride with the iconic Whammy pedal. This modern classic is renowned for its pitch-bending capabilities, allowing users to raise or lower their guitar/bass sound by several octaves or intervals. This outside-the-box pedal gained notoriety for its whacky sounds, with its expression pedal giving players direct control over its parameters.
Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine is arguably the most famous user of the Whammy, bringing it to the attention of countless guitarists wanting to recreate his distinctive sound. Steve Vai is another high-profile user, integrating it into his setup to achieve equally unconventional sounds and expand his virtuosic style.
Digitech’s rackmount Time Machine digital delay and IPS33 Smart Shift harmonizers were staples in the late 80s and early 90s, but the company subsequently turned to floor-based stompboxes and multi-effects units in following years. Their RP and GNX series units were entry-level multi-effects boards that offered realistic emulation of their analogue pedal counterparts. Selling strongly with beginners, the RP units are still available today.
Also boasting a line of compact pedals, Digitech’s “Bad Monkey” Overdrive from 2004 was highly regarded for offering Tubescreamer-esque tones at an incredibly affordable price-point. The Hardwire line, introduced in the late 00s, consisted of more high-end pedals, covering most effect types. With overdrive/distortion, modulation and time-based effects on offer, these quickly became popular and praised for their quality.