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Description

The BBE Soul Vibe SV-74 is a distinguished player in the realm of Univibe & Rotary Effects Pedals, respected for its impressive replication of classic analog rotary sound. This award-winning pedal, honored with the Guitar World Platinum Award, is celebrated for its authenticity in delivering rich Leslie sounds. With its straightforward Speed and Intensity controls, crafting vibrant vibrato or soulful rotary sounds is a breeze. Whether you prefer the warm, deep brown finish that mirrors its analog tones, or a vibrant, funky graphic to liven up your pedalboard, the Soul Vibe is a versatile addition to any guitarist's gear.

Key Features:

  • Awarded the Guitar World Platinum Award for its superior performance
  • Accurately simulates analog rotary sounds, renowned for its authentic Leslie sounds
  • Simplified control with Speed and Intensity knobs for easy sound manipulation
  • Available in two finishes: a warm, deep brown that echoes its analog tones, and a bright, funky graphic for an added visual pop
  • Versatile and user-friendly, suitable for both beginners and seasoned musicians

Product specs

Brand BBE
Model Soul Vibe
Finish Yellow
Year 2010s
Made In United States
Categories Chorus and Vibrato, Phaser Pedals

FAQs

What type of power supply does the BBE Soul Vibe SV-74 require?

The BBE Soul Vibe SV-74 requires a 9V DC power supply, common for most guitar pedals, and can also operate with a 9V battery for convenience.

Is the BBE Soul Vibe SV-74 suitable for both guitar and bass?

Yes, the BBE Soul Vibe SV-74 works well with both electric guitars and basses, providing rich, swirling modulation effects that enhance your tone.

How does the BBE Soul Vibe SV-74 differ from other chorus and vibrato pedals?

The BBE Soul Vibe SV-74 emulates the classic Univibe effect, known for its warm, rotating speaker-like sound, making it distinct from typical chorus and vibrato pedals.

Does the BBE Soul Vibe SV-74 have true bypass switching?

Yes, the BBE Soul Vibe SV-74 features true bypass switching, ensuring your guitar tone remains uncolored when the pedal is not engaged.

Can the BBE Soul Vibe SV-74 be used for live performances?

Absolutely, the BBE Soul Vibe SV-74 is well-suited for live performances, offering durable construction and reliable performance with its classic modulation effects.

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BBE Soul Vibe demo (Trower style)

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BBE Soul Vibe demo (Trower style)

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BBE Guitar World Soul Vibe and Mind Bender review - Guitar World Platinum Awards

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BBE Soul Vibe Demo (Floyd and melodic picking styles)

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BBE Soul Vibe - Tech Session with Paul Gagon

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BBE Pedal Demo: Sonic Stomp, Soul Vibe, G Screamer, Two Timer, OptiComp and more

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Reviews

PROS

  • Accurately reproduces Joe Satriani's "Trundrumbalind" sound

  • Maintains analog sound quality throughout the signal chain

  • Quiet operation with effective tone coloring

  • Easy to adjust depth and speed with responsive knobs

  • Internal trim pot allows for low-end tone adjustments

  • Effective emulation of both Uni-Vibe and Leslie/rotary speaker sounds

  • Speed and intensity controls offer a range of effects from slow "wash" to "bubble" sounds

  • Simple control layout with versatility through internal trimpot adjustment

  • Internal switch for adjusting high-end cut, enhancing tonal versatility

CONS

  • Misunderstood as a Uni-Vibe style pedal, may confuse some buyers

  • Internal high-end cut switch is not externally accessible, limiting on-the-fly adjustments

Critic Reviews

BBE Soul Vibe review | MusicRadar

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The BBE Soul Vibe SV-74 impresses with its simplicity and affordability, delivering a classic modulation effect reminiscent of a rotary speaker. While it offers good value and easy operation with just speed and intensity controls, it falls short on detail compared to more elaborate pedals. Its mono-only design limits versatility, but for those seeking a straightforward, budget-friendly option with a touch of character, it’s a decent choice.

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marc0os

BBE Soul Vibe models

what's the difference between the Soul Vibe (dark red) to the Soul Vibe (Yellow with the cool guy) ??

But is a nice pedal, my plan is to buy the mxr univibe, but with soul vibe idk if I need this mxr anymore...

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Rich analog tone

I had a Strymon Mobius to replace my individual modulation pedals but now I started to select a few ones to count within some peculiar scenarios and this is the one that I found that better fits my taste to replace the warm rotary simulator settings that I always enjoyed. I like its simple control layout, I had its internal trimpot set to an extreme position and then I tend to use with its intensity at no more than 50% as it already gets a very bold presence there. I use the rotary simulator of the Strymon across the FX loop as it sounds very clear there but this one works way better through the regular input of the amps.

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A nice vibe pedal. At first I thought it ate up my high end, since when you engage it, it has more of a mid sound. Turns out, inside the box, there's a switch where you can adjust how much high end you would like to cut. Makes it super versitile. It would be nicer if that switch would be on the outside, though, like the Jerry cantrell crybaby.

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See how Slash uses BBE Soul Vibe SV-74

Slash

Guitarist

Guns N' Roses

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On his tour for Orgy of the Damned, Slash's pedalboard had a BBE Soul Vibe. His tech tells Premier Guitar:

From there it goes into a BBE Leslie simulator, which simulates a Leslie rotating speaker.

See how Brian Welch uses BBE Soul Vibe SV-74

Brian Welch

Singer, Guitarist

Korn

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at 16:43, he talks about this pedal in his pedalboard

See how James "Munky" Shaffer uses BBE Soul Vibe SV-74

James "Munky" Shaffer

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Korn

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This pedal was introduced by Munky during The Paradigm Shift era, replacing his Dunlop UV-1 Uni-Vibe so that Head could use the Uni-Vibe instead. By The Serenity of Suffering, this pedal was swapped out for another, with the Soul Vibe moving to Head’s pedalboard. Head mentioned, "I use the Soul Vibe because the Uni-Vibe is prone to breaking down." The pedal can be seen at the 9:10 mark.

See how Brian "Head" Welch uses BBE Soul Vibe SV-74

Brian "Head" Welch

Guitarist

Korn

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Can be seen at 15:29.

See how Elliot Easton uses BBE Soul Vibe SV-74

Elliot Easton

Guitarist

The Cars

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Seen in this video.

See how Tracii Guns uses BBE Soul Vibe SV-74

Tracii Guns

Guitarist

Guns N' Roses

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"This is what I will use for an LA Guns set of tunes"

See how Liz Cooper uses BBE Soul Vibe SV-74

Liz Cooper

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Premier Guitar Rig Rundown at 10:41

See how Giorgos T uses BBE Soul Vibe SV-74

Giorgos T

Guitarist

1000mods

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Can be seen at the center of the pedalboard right next to the EHX Small Stone Chorus pedal

See how Elle Puckett uses BBE Soul Vibe SV-74

Elle Puckett

Guitarist

Eisley

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Verified via Instagram

Elle Puckett uses the BBE Soul Vibe SV-74 pedal, as highlighted in her Instagram post featuring "lo fi poolside sounds."

See how Gino Matteo uses BBE Soul Vibe SV-74

Gino Matteo

Singer, Guitarist

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"Final pedal build before the tour."

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Gear IQ 1073

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