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Description

Unlock a universe of sound with the Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer, a revolutionary effects processor that’s been shaping the sonic landscapes of studios worldwide. Known for its stunning array of effects and unparalleled versatility, this processor is a staple for sound engineers and musicians seeking to elevate their recording and live performance experiences. The DSP4000 combines Eventide's hallmark quality with cutting-edge technology, providing a vast library of presets and the ability to create custom algorithms. Whether you're looking to add rich harmonies, intricate delays, or lush reverbs, this unit offers endless creative possibilities.

The DSP4000 is equipped with a powerful digital signal processing engine that ensures pristine audio quality. It features a user-friendly interface, making navigation through its features a breeze. Connect effortlessly with its extensive I/O options, which accommodate various studio setups. This processor is not just a tool but a creative companion that inspires innovation in music production.

Key Features:

  • Over 500 preset effects including pitch shifting, reverb, delay, and modulation
  • Customizable algorithms for personalized sound design
  • High-quality 24-bit digital signal processor
  • Comprehensive MIDI implementation for seamless integration
  • Extensive I/O options including analog and digital connections
  • User-friendly interface with a large LCD display
  • Compatible with Eventide's VSIG programming software for algorithm creation

Product specs

Brand Eventide
Model DSP4000 Ultra Harmonizer
Finish Grey
Year 1990s
Categories Multi-Effect

FAQs

What are the key features of the Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer?

The Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer is a versatile digital audio signal processor with capabilities for pitch change and a wide range of effects. It offers extensive programmability, making it suitable for both studio and live applications.

Can the Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer be used in live performances?

Yes, the Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer is designed for both studio and live settings, providing reliable performance and a wide array of effects that can enhance live sound.

What types of effects can the Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer produce?

The DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer offers a variety of effects including pitch shifting, reverb, delay, and modulation, among others. It is known for its high-quality sound processing and flexibility in creating complex audio effects.

Is the Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer suitable for beginner producers?

While the DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer is powerful and versatile, it may be more suitable for experienced producers due to its complex programming and broad range of features. Beginners might find it challenging without prior experience with multi-effects processors.

How does the Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer compare to other effects processors?

The Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer is renowned for its high-quality sound and extensive programmability, often considered a benchmark in the industry for multi-effects processing, offering superior pitch shifting and a wide range of effects compared to many competitors.

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer.

Features and functionality

  • Simon Posford's Eventide DSP4000 is noted for its use in creative effect chains, particularly in psychedelic music production.

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  • Squarepusher utilized a Yamaha QY700 sequencer known for its 480 ppq, offering very tight and fast timing, enhancing the live recording feel.

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  • The Akai S6000 sampler was integral, known for its extensive memory, allowing for detailed sample manipulation.

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  • Squarepusher's use of MIDI pickups on his bass allowed him to play and manipulate keyboards and effects processors directly, integrating live performance into studio recordings.

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Software and compatibility

  • Simon uses Valhalla Freq Echo and Molekular inside Reaktor, suggesting these as software alternatives to achieve similar effects as the DSP4000.

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  • Tracker software like Milky Tracker is suggested for programming cut breaks and achieving the 'organised chaos' glitch aspect of Squarepusher’s work.

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Use cases and applications

  • Shpongle's sound design often involves experimenting with granular processors and time stretching for psychedelic audio results.

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  • The Eventide DSP4000 was used with custom patches, creating unique soundscapes essential to Squarepusher's music.

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Critic Reviews

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See how The Crystal Method uses Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer

The Crystal Method

Music Producer

The Crystal Method & Bubba Sparxxx

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Verified via YouTube

can be seen at 0:40 in the video

See how cEvin Key uses Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer

cEvin Key

Drummer, Keyboardist

Skinny Puppy

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Verified via Photo

In a photo from cEvin Key’s Vancouver studio in 1997, an Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer is visible in one of the equipment racks, showcasing its use in his setup.

See how Daniel Lanois uses Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer

Daniel Lanois

Guitarist, Music Producer

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Verified via Blogtopus Blues

In the interview linked to above, Daniel Lanois talks about using an Eventide DSP4000 Harmonizer (misspelt as ‘Evantide’ in the report).

See how Nathan Followill uses Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer

Nathan Followill

Drummer

Kings of Leon

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Verified via Soundonsound

Used in "a Big Muff setting" on the bass drum and snare on Only by the Night, as stated by producer Jacques King in this December 2008 Sound on Sound interview.

"The microphones on the drums changed a lot from song to song. On the kick it could be a Beta 52, sometimes it was an RE20, or a [Sennheiser] 421, or a [Neumann] FET 47, or an NS10 [i.e. the driver from a Yamaha NS10 monitor used as a mic], or a combination. It depends on what I was trying to achieve. The mics were usually in front of the kick, or just barely inside. On one song, 'Crawl', I did put a U87 on the batter side of the kick, next to the pedal, which gives a very attack-orientated sound, with a Led Zeppelin-ish quality. On 'Sex On Fire' I used the 52, FET 47 and NS10 on the kick. I had all the kick mics on a Neve BCM10 sidecar and I'd submix them and run them through a GML EQ and then to one track on the tape. I didn't want to keep them separate. It was a matter of get the sound, make the decision, and move on.

"The snare was recorded in similar fashion to the kick. I had the option of various mics that all went through a BCM10 and were submixed, through a GML 580 EQ, then a [Empirical Labs] Distressor, just to give it some control and make sure the snare hit the tape at the right level. On the track sheet a transformerless Shure SM57 is indicated. It was something I read about a couple of years ago, and it's a really good thing. It gives a nicer, more transparent, usable sound that requires less EQ. You lose a bit of level, but typically the things that you record with a 57 are so loud anyway that it doesn't matter. So I asked the people at Blackbird to take the transformer out of one of their 57s and they were gracious enough to do this. After recording I also ran the snare and kick through an Eventide DSP4000 on a Big Muff setting, and recorded that in Pro Tools during the transfer to the computer."

See how Sugizo uses Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer

Sugizo

Guitarist, Composer

X Japan

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In this article, Sugizo's rig was also shown to consist of multiple Eventide DSP4000 effect processors.

See how Shpongle (Simon Posford) uses Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer

Shpongle (Simon Posford)

DJ

Shpongle

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Verified via YouTube

7:59 in the video.

See how Harry Gregson-Williams uses Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer

Harry Gregson-Williams

Composer, Music Producer

Kind Heaven Orchestra

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Verified via YouTube

The item can be seen at 7:06 in the video as part of one of his tall rack spaces.

See how Scooter uses Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer

Scooter

Music Producer

Dance United

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Verified via Photo

You can see the eventide DSP4000 in the rack in the Scooter's studio.

See how Matt Lange uses Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer

Matt Lange

Singer, Guitarist

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Verified via Instagram

In an Instagram post captioned "Bass night," Matt Lange is shown using the Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer.

See how Goldie uses Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer

Goldie

Music Producer

Four Lions

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Verified via YouTube

In this episode of Producers House, you can see the Ultra Harmonizer.

See how Kenny Larkin uses Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer

Kenny Larkin

Music Producer

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Verified via YouTube

@7:11, courtesy of Telekom Electronic Beats

See how Marius de Vries uses Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer

Marius de Vries

Composer, Music Producer

The Blow Monkeys

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Verified via Soundonsound

Marius de Vries, a renowned composer and music producer, is confirmed to use the Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer as part of his recording setup. This information is supported by a detailed feature on de Vries' work and equipment preferences published by Soundonsound, in an article titled "MARIUS DE VRIES: Launching A Massive Attack On Madonna." The Eventide DSP4000 UltraHarmonizer is listed among other critical pieces of gear that contribute to his distinctive sound in studio recordings.

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