Ultravox Members, Gear & Sound
Members
Select a Ultravox band member to check out the music gear they use live and in the studio.
About
Ultravox is a seminal British band known for their influential contributions to the New Wave, Synthpop, and Art Rock genres. Formed in London in 1974, the band originally featured John Foxx (vocals, keyboards), Chris Cross (bass), Billy Currie (keyboards, violin), Steve Shears (guitar), and Warren Cann (drums). Over time, the lineup evolved, most notably with the addition of Midge Ure (vocals, guitar), who helped steer the band toward mainstream success in the early '80s. Ultravox's music melds lush synthesizers with rock elements, crafting a sound that is both atmospheric and emotionally resonant. Known for hits like "Vienna" and "Dancing with Tears in My Eyes," they played a pivotal role in shaping the British electro-pop movement.
How to Sound Like Ultravox
Ultravox's sound is characterized by its lush, layered synthesizers and dramatic, sweeping melodies. This sonic landscape is often described as romantic and cinematic, blending the textural warmth of analog synths like the PPG Wave 2.2 and E-Mu Emulator II with the crisp, melodic clarity of guitars such as the Fender Stratocaster. The rhythmic backbone, supported by the likes of the Roland CompuRhythm CR-78, provides a steady, driving force that complements their melodic emphasis. Ultravox's music thrives on its ability to weave together emotive synth lines and compelling guitar riffs, creating a sound that is both dynamic and evocative. Musicians looking to emulate Ultravox should focus on combining rich synth textures with clean, articulate guitar tones to capture their unique blend of electronic and rock elements.
Discography
Ha! Ha! Ha! (Remastered & Expanded)
1977
Ultravox!
1977
Systems Of Romance
1978
Rage in Eden
1981
Quartet (Remastered Definitive Edition)
1982
![Monument (Live) [2009 Remaster] album cover](https://images.equipboard.com/uploads/album/image/57288/monument-live-2009-remaster.jpg)
Monument (Live) [2009 Remaster]
1983
The Collection
1984
U-Vox
1986
Revelation
1993
Rare, Vol. 1
1993
Rare, Vol. 2
1994
Ultravox & Midge Ure: Finest
2004
BBC in Concert (14 January 1981)
2009
Return To Eden: Live at the Roundhouse (Deluxe Version)
2010
Brilliant
2012
Extended
2018
![Vienna [Deluxe Edition]: 40th Anniversary album cover](https://images.equipboard.com/uploads/album/image/57275/vienna-deluxe-edition-40th-anniversary.jpg)
Vienna [Deluxe Edition]: 40th Anniversary
2020
Live At The Rainbow - February 1977 (Live At The Rainbow, London, UK / 1977)
2021
Ultravox - Tour 2012 (Live At Hammersmith Apollo)
2021
Lament (2024 Steven Wilson Mix)
2024
Get the Ultravox Sound
Want to sound like Ultravox? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.
