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Description
Unleash a world of sonic possibilities with the Behringer US600 Ultra Shifter/Harmonist, a versatile piece of gear that transforms your guitar into a dynamic soundscape. This compact pedal is more than just a harmonizer; it's a multi-functional powerhouse that combines five distinct effects into one seamless package. From the shimmering detune of a Tremolo Bar to the intricate harmonies of the Harmonist mode, the US600 offers an exciting playground for musicians eager to expand their tonal horizons.
The US600's Real Sound Modeling (RSM) technology ensures that each effect delivers a rich and realistic auditory experience, making it feel like you've added another guitarist to your ensemble. Whether you're looking to create complex harmonies or simply thicken your sound with a touch of detune, this pedal's intuitive controls allow for precise tweaking. The 10-step Key select feature ensures your harmonies stay intelligent and musically relevant, while the addition of a TRS expression pedal lets you manipulate the Pitch setting live, further expanding your creative control.
Designed for both studio and stage, the US600 offers seamless integration into any pedalboard setup, running on a standard 9V battery or optional power supply. Its robust construction ensures reliability, so you can focus on crafting your sound without worry.
Key Features:
- Real Sound Modeling (RSM) technology for authentic detuning and harmony effects
- 5 modes: Tremolo Bar, Flutter, Detune, Harmonist, and Pitch Shifter
- Tremolo Bar effects shift up to 2 octaves
- Harmonist mode supports 3rds, 4ths, 5ths, 6ths, octaves, and double octaves
- 10-step Key select for intelligent harmony tracking
- Delay/Speed control for effect character customization
- Balance control for blending effect with dry signal
- TRS expression pedal input for live Pitch control
- Operates on a 9V battery or optional power supply for pedalboard integration
Product specs
| Brand | Behringer |
| Model | US600 Ultra Shifter Harmonist Pedal |
| Finish | Standard |
| Year | 2010s |
| Made In | China |
| Categories | Octave and Pitch-Shifting Pedals |
FAQs
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What types of effects can the Behringer US600 Ultra Shifter / Harmonist produce?
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The Behringer US600 can produce pitch shifting, harmonizing, and tremolo arm/flutter effects, allowing you to bend single notes up to +/-2 octaves or simulate tremolo bar movement.
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Does the Behringer US600 work with bass guitars as well as electric guitars?
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Yes, the Behringer US600 can be used with both electric guitars and bass guitars, offering versatile pitch-shifting and harmonizing effects.
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What power options are available for the Behringer US600 pedal?
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The Behringer US600 can be powered by a 9V battery or an optional Behringer PSU-SB DC power supply, providing flexibility for different performance settings.
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How does the Real Sound Modeling (RSM) technology in the Behringer US600 enhance its effects?
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The Real Sound Modeling (RSM) technology in the US600 uses advanced DSP and algorithms to emulate real acoustic environments, delivering high-quality pitch-shifting and harmonizing effects.
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What controls are available on the Behringer US600 for sound shaping?
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The Behringer US600 features dedicated Mode, Pitch, HR Key, Delay time/speed, and Balance controls, allowing for precise and creative sound shaping.
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Does the Behringer US600 maintain signal integrity when bypassed?
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Yes, the Behringer US600 features a first-class electronic on/off switch that ensures high signal integrity in bypass mode.
Videos
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Behringer US600 Ultra Shifter Harmonist Pedal Demo
Reviews
PROS
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Better sound and less lag than some competitors
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Versatile effects including harmonizer, pitch shifter, and more
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Tracks harmonies well, even on very low notes
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Ability to mimic a second guitarist
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Effective polyphonic octave shifting for guitar and bass
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Offers detune, flutter, and trem-bar settings for varied effects
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Expression pedal input adds functionality
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Can serve multiple roles on a pedalboard
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Generally tracks well even with complex chords
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Affordable alternative to higher-priced brands
CONS
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Not as durable as some competitors
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Some settings sound overly digital or like MIDI tones
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Requires additional cables for some features to work
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Plastic housing feels flimsy
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Tracking issues on harmonizer and with lower bass notes
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Some settings (trem-bar, flutter) not as useful as others
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Slight chorus/slap to the effected sound due to processing
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Less clean sound compared to some high-end harmonists
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Behringer US600 Ultra Shifter / Harmonist.
Build quality
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It's noted that the plastic enclosure may not withstand heavy stomping, prompting some owners to add a soft switch for durability.
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Features and functionality
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Users found latency when pitch shifting down and minor pitch issues, yet still valued its capability to mimic POG tones.
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Comparisons
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It's mentioned that the US600 tracks better than the Boss PS-5, with a sweeter octave down effect according to some users.
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The Behringer US600 is considered a clone of the Boss PS-5, offering similar sound capabilities.
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The TC Electronic Quintessence Harmonizer is a suggested alternative, sharing a corporate lineage with the US600.
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Critic Reviews
4.0 out of 5
Based on 14 Reviews and 49 Ratings
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So much things of it you don't know what to with it.
I bought this wanting to use a harmonist pedal. I used this and it was great. It has so much fun options and you never get bored with it. For it's price this was a lot for the money. And really good octave sound.
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This one is fun.
A really REALLY good alternative to the Boss PS-6 if you don't mind the PBS plastic enclosure. In comparison with the Boss pedal it lacks the 3 voice function and the fall time adjust in the Trem Bar function, other than that it does the same and it sounds great. You can do a lot of whacky things if you combine it with time based pedals.
Preferred Settings + Usage:
Trem Bar function with medium/low D Time Speed and pitch set to minimum for a reel tape stop effect or maximum to imitate the Tom Morello whammy bullshit that lots of people like for some reason.
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Cheap knock-off with a few lovely surprises
It's the closest I can get to the gold standard among stompbox harmonists, the Boss PS-6, on my budget. The sound is less clean and the tracking is pretty weak, though straight pitch shifting is better than the harmonizer. As a gadget for nifty little bends, it has its uses. The biggest surprise of all is a classy detune function with gives a lovely thick, almost chorus-like effect to the guitar and fills up a sharp single-coil tone with a lot of warmth.
Powerful pedal, very digital sound
This pedal has a large variety of effects, all of which are very powerful, but a few of them sound very digital. If you dial in the pitch shifter or harmonist to too high or too low of a pitch it stops sounding like a guitar and starts sounding like a MIDI tone.
I love how there is a universal wet-dry dial to let you mix the signal however you want, because of this you can use the detune setting set to anywhere between -5 and -15 cents, and set the wet dry to about half way to give yourself a chorus effect, and you can do the same with the flutter to give yourself a flanger sound.
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Great sweep
I use this pedal on Medicine Club's song 'Reform', primarily for it's pitch bend function (S bend on the Boss equivalent). Although it's got plastic coating and is about a quarter of the price of the Boss original, it's got a really nice sweep and it'll be staying on my board for a long time.
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Good
Wanted a Boss PS-6 at first but I couldn't justify paying for it if I'm rarely gonna step on it. After watchin many youtube comparisons I found this may even be a better choice. I'm satisfied with it all in all, the tracking is okay and has the same features as the PS-6. The build is obviously not the best quality, but for the price I don't care :)
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Amazing value for money
This pedal is amazing fun. I bought it just over a year ago from Gear 4 Music for around £34.99. The pedal has so many functions to play with, so many ways to alter the functions and it's hard to get bad sounds out of it. There's not too many pitch shifter pedals around, and this is the only one that I've tried, but I love it, and I love the price.
Lot of fun.
I have a pedalboard setup that utilizes two of these pedals.. And I've sat down with this and the Boss PS-6, and I was surprised that this tracks as good, if not better, than the Boss pedal.
391
a good effect for mics and and guitars
this pedal works great for some of the music I do, because I do all of my stuff live and this sounds great (and looks great in a studio)
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In this Instagram video Oscar plays a version of Where Are Your Branches? (Where Is Your Fruit?). When I asked him what did he use to get his signature pitch modulation he talked about the Ultra Shifter. The answer is still on the comment section of that Instagram post.
In an Instagram post by lorenzomariotti_occhialaio, it is shown that Giulio Favero uses the Beringher US600 Ultra Shifter / Harmonist pedal during the reunion tour of the band "Il Teatro Degli Orrori." The caption reads, "Cazzarola, niente male! Pedaliere per il nuovo tour de @il_teatro_degli_orrori assemblate con amore per @gionatamirai e @giulioragnofavero," confirming the gear's use.
In the Self-Titled Magazine article titled "Stream the A-Side of Total Life's 'Radiator' LP, Featuring Kevin Doria of Growing," Kevin Doria is visibly using the Behringer US600 Ultra Shifter / Harmonist in a photo included with the feature, confirming its use in his live setup at the time.
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