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Uni-Vibe derivative lush chorus and vibrato. Tones of Jimi Hendrix, Robin Trower and David Gilmour.

Product specs

Bypass	true bypass
Power	9V

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The Prescription Electronics Vibe Unit works best as the first effect in the chain and doesn't pair well with fuzz or overdrive pedals placed before it.
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The Prescription Electronics Vibe Unit features a large speed adjustment knob, offering precise control over modulation speed, which is not available on some other univibe pedals like the Voodoo Labs.
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The Vibe Unit lacks a cancel switch and a speed pedal; however, some users do not miss these features in their setups.
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An owner reports long-term satisfaction with their Vibe Unit purchased in 2006, emphasizing its continued functionality and great sound quality.
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The Vibe Unit is noted for its preference to be first in the signal chain, unlike some other univibes that might integrate differently with fuzz or overdrive pedals.
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Compared to the Fulltone vibe pedal, the Prescription Electronics Vibe Unit is preferred by some users for its closer resemblance to the classic univibe sound.
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The 2011 Prescription Electronics Vibe Unit is noted to sound better than the Fillmore East Funky Vibe when under heavy overdrive, described as having a more rounded preamp sound.
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The Vibe Unit excels at replicating tones associated with artists like Robin Trower, Dave Gilmour, and Jimi Hendrix, while also being versatile enough for funkier styles.
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The Vibe Unit is praised for its performance with heavy overdrive, though it may sound slightly dark in such settings.
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Value and pricing

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Used Vibe Units can be found on platforms like eBay for around $200, offering a cost-effective option for those seeking classic univibe tones.
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The Fillmore East Funky Vibe was purchased for $600, while the Prescription Electronics Vibe Unit offers a similar sound for $300.
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Jake E. Lee

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Ozzy Osbourne

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Used on "I Magnify" and "Galaxy Of Tears", as specified in this July 20, 2012 breakdown of a A Fine Pink Mist gear list printed in the October 1996 issue of Young Guitar.

Richard Fortus

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Guns N' Roses

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At 15:15 in this Rig Rundown for Richard Fortus of Guns N' Roses, and The Dead Daisies, his gear is shown, displaying a Prescription Electronics Vibe-Unit.

Eric Cannata

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Young the Giant

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From YTG: Amazing vintage chorus/vibrato Pedal. Comes with OG box and power supply!

Raphael Saadiq

Bassist, Music Producer

Tony! Toni! Toné!

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In the YouTube video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects, Raphael Saadiq is shown using the Prescription Electronics Vibe-Unit as part of his pedalboard setup.