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Description
Introducing the TC Electronic Vortex Flanger, a versatile effects pedal that takes your music to new sonic dimensions. Equipped with two distinct flanger modes, this pedal offers a world of customization and versatility. The Vortex Flanger's true strength lies in its TonePrint settings. Offering a downloadable library of settings crafted by some of the world's top artists, it allows you to tailor your tone to perfection. The stereo-in/stereo-out design ensures seamless integration into your rig while maintaining the integrity of your sound.
Key Features:
- Two distinct flanger modes for versatile sound shaping
- Downloadable TonePrint settings for custom tones
- Stereo-in/stereo-out design for seamless integration
- Designed by a leading name in music tech, TC Electronic
Product specs
| Brand | TC Electronic |
| Model | Vortex Flanger |
| Finish | Purple |
| Year | 2011 - 2025 |
| Made In | United States |
| Categories | Flanger Pedals |
FAQs
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What are the two built-in flanger modes on the TC Electronic Vortex Flanger?
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The TC Electronic Vortex Flanger features two built-in modes: a classic flanger and a tape flanger. These modes provide a range of swirling modulation effects, from subtle to extreme, catering to various musical styles.
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How does the TonePrint feature enhance the TC Electronic Vortex Flanger?
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The TonePrint feature allows you to load custom flanger settings created by top artists directly into the pedal. This provides unique, artist-inspired sounds that can be easily accessed and used in your music.
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Can the TC Electronic Vortex Flanger be used in a stereo setup?
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Yes, the TC Electronic Vortex Flanger is equipped with stereo inputs and outputs, making it suitable for stereo rigs and allowing for expansive, immersive flanging effects.
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Is the TC Electronic Vortex Flanger pedal suitable for bass guitar?
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The TC Electronic Vortex Flanger can be used with bass guitars, offering rich and dynamic flanging effects that enhance the tonal palette of bass players.
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What power supply is required for the TC Electronic Vortex Flanger?
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The TC Electronic Vortex Flanger requires a standard 9V DC power supply, which is common for many guitar pedals, ensuring easy integration into most pedalboards.
Videos
TC Electronic
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ProGuitarShopDemos
TC Electronic Vortex Flanger - More Than Just a Flanger Pedal (Stereo)
Do Noise
TC Electronic Vortex Flanger Pedal | FULL DEMO
Elliot Stent
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TC Electronic Vortex Flanger Guitar Pedal
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David Wallimann
TC Electronic Vortex Flanger TonePrint Guitar Pedal demo
DV247 Music Store UK TV
Reviews
PROS
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Ample amount of control for subtlety
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TonePrint feature allows for downloading favorite sounds
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Two built-in modes offer versatile sound options
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Comparable or superior to more expensive pedals
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Can emulate classic flangers like the Deluxe Electric Mistress
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Easy to use with great software support
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Adds unique edge to tone with flange and chorus mix
CONS
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Switch reliability issues; may degrade with heavy use
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Some settings produce bizarre, less usable effects
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Requires eventual switch replacement, a minor inconvenience for some users
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about TC Electronic Vortex Flanger.
Comparisons
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Owners transitioning from the Boss BF-3 to the Vortex Flanger find the Vortex less aggressive post-dirt, though some prefer the warmth of the Mooer e-lady.
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The TC Electronic Thunderstorm Flanger is recommended for subtle to medium flanging and is noted for its warm tones, potentially similar to the Boss BF-2.
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The Thunderstorm is described as having a slightly dirty sound with a volume boost, unlike other flangers that may reduce volume.
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Features and functionality
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The Vortex Flanger offers customization via a laptop, allowing adjustments to high-end frequencies and feedback, which can help reduce harshness.
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The Vortex offers stereo output, enhancing its versatility compared to the mono Thunderstorm.
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The Vortex Flanger's TonePrint editor allows users to customize stereo versus mono settings by using stereo TonePrints as a base.
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Use cases and applications
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The Vortex's through-zero mode is highlighted, but some users prefer Catalinbread Zero Point for that specific effect.
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Users seeking the Andy Summers low-rate, high-width sound found the Thunderstorm effective for achieving this specific tone.
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The Vortex Flanger excels in producing subtle flanger, chorus, and vibrato sounds when configured via the TonePrint editor.
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User experience
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While praised for its customization, some users describe the Vortex's sound as mechanical or digital, struggling to achieve a "real" flanger tone.
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Users have noted that incorporating drive with the Vortex can result in unwanted "jet" flanger sounds, indicating its best use for more subtle effects without distortion.
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Software and compatibility
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The Vortex's TonePrint app expands its functionality, allowing transformation into a Chorus or Vibrato, unlike the Thunderstorm.
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4.5 out of 5
Based on 6 Reviews and 45 Ratings
1549
Used to own - decent one
I usually feel TC pedals a bit sterile - and this was exactly the case with this one. The biggest plus was the abilkity to get the zero flanger setting -useful for those Jimi Hendrix cuts. But overall i think that this line is better for tinkerers uploadingand downloading all those "cool" presets to enjoy. I am a plug-and-play guy.
600
love it
this is currently my favourite flanger pedal. it is pretty great out of the box but what really sets it apart for me is being able to download toneprints of all my favourite flanger sounds like the deluxe electric mistress without any of the issues of old pedals like that.
Perfect modulation
I spent one hour in the store to choose between famous MXR flanger (discounted 50%) and this one. I was sad cause I prefer Vortex. As times goes by I love it more and more. Easy to handle and to get good tone with perfect software support
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Really good and flexible tone
Thees pedals with toneprint are for me the best, Rich possibility for creating the sound that fits you.
41029
there's flange and flange
700
Does a lot more than most flangers do. Has unique toneprint customization. Read a manual or do some research before you post ignorant ratings.
Artist usage
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On this artist page for John Petrucci of The G3 Jam, Dream Theater, Liquid Tension Experiment, John Petrucci & Jordan Rudess, explorers club, and Nightmare Cinema, is his T.C. Electronic pedals on display, among them is his TC Electronic Vortex Flanger TonePrint Series.
"The flanger is basically, you know, just for a little … to add a little texture to it. It’s not a real heavy flanger," says Joe Perry's guitar tech.
On TC's website, the TC Electronic Vortex Flanger pedal is listed among the TC Electronic products Andy Summers uses.
Rob uses this pedal, according to TC Electronic's website.
At 34:14, You can see a TC Electronic Vortex in the top left
Brian Welch uses a TC Electronic Vortex Flanger pedal, as is shown on this page of TC Electronic's website.
Gary presents his TC Electronic Vortex Flanger as of 1:36.
According to TC Electronic's artist page, Rudess uses a Vortex flanger.
According to TC Electronics website Michael Shuman uses the Vortex Flanger
Andreas Kisser uses a TC Electronic Vortex Flanger pedal, according to this page of TC Electronic's website.
Michael 'Padge' Paget of Bullet For My Valentine Creates a TonePrint for Vortex Flanger
Album Usage
The TC Electronic Vortex Flanger has been featured on the following albums:
Genre Usage
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