Gamechanger Audio Bigsby Pedal – Polyphonic Pitch-Shifting Foot Vibrato

Inspired by the legendary Bigsby vibrato system, this innovative pedal brings expressive string-style bending to any instrument. With its spring-loaded rocker and advanced real-time pitch-shifting, it delivers fluid bends and lush vibrato—seamless tonal modulation at your feet, now available at Soundium.

Key Features

• Authentic Bigsby-style foot control: Rock your pitch up or down using a spring-loaded arm, just like a classic Bigsby tremolo
• Polyphonic pitch shifting up to ±12 semitones: Shift entire chords or single notes with smooth, real-time transitions
• SHARC-powered hybrid algorithm: Preserves the natural timbre of guitars, baritones, basses, and even acoustic and bowed instruments
• Detune, Blend, and Rate controls: Shape vibrato character, mix dry blend for harmonizer and chorus textures, and tweak pitch responsiveness
• Auto Mode & MIDI integration: Engage automatic modulation synced to LFO or MIDI clock, with 10 user presets and full MIDI PC/CC control
• Dual-purpose expression output: Use the foot lever to control other effects, with adjustable depth and offset
• Knob Lock and external footswitch mode: Prevent accidental changes and toggle latching behavior via external switch

Customer Benefits

Unleash unprecedented pitch expression and vintage-style charm with hands-free control. The Bigsby Pedal transforms guitars and synths into vocal-like instruments, ideal for sweeping leads, ambient textures, or rhythmic vibrato. Its flexible MIDI and expression outputs make it a creative powerhouse in both live and studio environments.

Quick Specs

• Inputs/Outputs: ¼″ TS instrument in/out; expression out/footswitch in
• MIDI I/O: 3.5 mm TRS Type B (in), includes 5-pin DIN adapter
• Pitch Range: Up to ±12 semitones, adjustable per direction
• Controls: Blend, Depth, Rate (primary mode); Detune & Tone (secondary mode via face button)
• Presets: 10 user slots accessible via MIDI program change
• Power: 9 V DC center-negative (≥ 250 mA); not included
• Dimensions (W × L × H): 11.0 cm × 22.0 cm × 8.6 cm
• Weight: 0.96 kg

What’s in the Box

• Gamechanger Audio Bigsby Pedal
• 3.5 mm TRS to 5-pin DIN MIDI adapter
• Quick-start guide and safety/documentation

Use Cases / Ideal For

Perfect for guitarists, synth players, and sonic experimentalists. Use it for subtle expressive slides, dramatic harmonic shifts, or ambient swirl textures in ambient, post-rock, shoegaze, and creative psych settings. Ideal for live hands-free control or expressive modulation in the studio.

Compatibility

Works with electric and acoustic instruments (guitar, baritone, bass, mandolin, synths). MIDI-enabled gear allows clocked vibrato rates and preset recall. Expression output allows deep integration with other pedals, synths, or modular setups.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Unique, tactile pitch control with expressive potential
• Polyphonic shifting with minimal latency
• MIDI integration and presets make it performance-ready
• Dual-use expression output expands creative flexibility

⚠️ Cons:

• Requires 9 V pedal power supply (sold separately)
• Expressive use requires practice—takes time to master
• Large footprint compared to compact pedals

The Bigsby Pedal brings classic vibrato feel into the digital age with expressive control, tonal nuance, and modern connectivity—your essential tool for sonic bending exploration, exclusively at Soundium.