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Description

Magicstomp has the power to be everything from a single-function stomp box to a fully produced acoustic direct box to a studio-grade multi-effect processor with unlimited deep-editing capabilities. This is the unit you clear your pedal board for.

Product specs

Brand Yamaha
Model MagicStomp UB99 Stereo Multi-Effect Pedal
Finish Purple/Silver
Year 1990s
Categories Multi-Effects Pedals and Processors

FAQs

What effects are included in the Yamaha Magicstomp pedal?

The Yamaha Magicstomp pedal includes a wide range of effects such as reverb, delay, modulation, distortion, and amp simulation, making it versatile for various playing styles and genres.

Can the Yamaha Magicstomp be used with both electric and acoustic guitars?

Yes, the Yamaha Magicstomp is designed to work with both electric and acoustic guitars, offering tailored effects for each type to enhance your sound.

Does the Yamaha Magicstomp require a specific power supply?

The Yamaha Magicstomp requires a 12V DC power supply, which is typically included with the pedal, ensuring it operates optimally.

How does the Yamaha Magicstomp compare to individual stompboxes?

The Yamaha Magicstomp offers the convenience of multiple effects in one unit, providing flexibility and space-saving benefits compared to using several individual stompboxes.

Is it possible to customize patches on the Yamaha Magicstomp?

Yes, the Yamaha Magicstomp allows users to customize and save their own patches, providing personalized sound settings for different performances or recording sessions.

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Reviews

PROS

  • 8 parallel digital delays offer vast soundscapes

  • Comparable to iconic 80s and 90s rack units for delay sounds

  • Enhances tone quality, suitable for guitars like Fender Strat

  • Offers a wide range of effects including chorus, delay, reverb, flanger

  • Highly programmable, allowing for custom sound shaping

  • Transparent sound integration, becoming part of the amp's output

  • Extensive online patch library for sound customization

  • Versatile, replaces multiple modulation pedals with a single unit

  • Responsive to playing dynamics

  • Lightweight and portable for gigs

CONS

  • Programming can be tricky and complex for some users

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Yamaha Magicstomp.

Features and functionality

  • Battery Amp & Small Radio patches are praised for delivering lo-fi tones, with Small Radio intriguingly classified as an Amp Modeler.

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  • Symphonic Chorus is highlighted for its 80's-style clinical clean sound, appealing to fans of classic modulation effects.

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  • The early reflections algorithm enhances expressive interplay in strumming and bending, crucial for achieving a shoegaze sound distinct from typical reverse reverb effects.

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  • The Magicstomp UB99 includes Holdsworth delay sounds as default factory patches, but tweaking them is challenging without a software editor compatible with older Windows systems.

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Use cases and applications

  • The Magicstomp is valued for integrating Yamaha rack effects into a portable stompbox, making it practical for gig use without the hassle of rack gear.

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  • Unique sound effect patches like Cat Shelter and Bats provide creative and unconventional options for experimental soundscapes.

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  • Owners find the Magicstomp effective for recreating Slowdive's "soft focus" reverb, making it ideal for shoegaze and dream pop styles.

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  • The AG Stomp is tailored for acoustic guitars, especially beneficial for piezo and magnetic pickups, but lacks the versatility of the Magicstomp for electric guitar effects.

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Software and compatibility

  • A dedicated Facebook group provides valuable editing tools and community support, enhancing the Magicstomp's usability for experimental sounds.

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  • Surprisingly, a 64-bit Windows 10 system can successfully communicate with the Magicstomp, allowing for patch loads using modern operating systems.

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User experience

  • The Magicstomp is praised for its ability to transform a metal-leaning sound into a more nuanced, shoegaze-friendly tone with specific patch adjustments.

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  • Owners have noted that while the Magicstomp is excellent for presets, programming custom sounds without a compatible software editor is cumbersome, leading some to maintain older computing setups.

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Comparisons

  • Compared to the Line 6 HX Stomp, the Magicstomp UB99 is seen as more of a preset machine, lacking the real-time tweaking capabilities but praised for its affordability.

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Artist usage

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See how Allan Holdsworth uses Yamaha Magicstomp

Allan Holdsworth

Guitarist

Level 42

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Verified via Jazzguitar

According to this article Allan uses 5 or 6 Magicstomp pedals live.

See how Chris Poland uses Yamaha Magicstomp

Chris Poland

Guitarist

Megadeth

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Verified via Yamaha

Chris Poland endorses the Yamaha MagicStomp, and made a preset for it.

See how Amir Derakh uses Yamaha Magicstomp

Amir Derakh

Guitarist

Orgy

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Guitarist Amir Derakh uses the Yamaha Magicstomp, as shown in a user-uploaded photo on Imgur.

See how Joji Malani uses Yamaha Magicstomp

Joji Malani

Guitarist

Gang of Youths

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Verified via Photo

Joji Malani of Gang of Youths uses the Yamaha Magicstomp as part of his guitar effects setup. According to an Instagram post by goodwoodaudio, they built a pedalboard for him that includes various effects, indicating the Magicstomp as a key component. Joji initially sought a Yamaha UD Stomp but opted for the Magicstomp due to its impressive capabilities, likening its impact to the UD Stomp and Digitech Timebender.

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John Kadlecik

Guitarist

Dark Star Orchestra

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Verified via Johnkmusic

According to gear section on his website, Kadlecik uses Yamaha MagicStomp acoustic/mic modeling.

See how TwinSisterMoon uses Yamaha Magicstomp

TwinSisterMoon

Singer, Guitarist

Natural Snow Buildings

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TwinSisterMoon uses the Yamaha Magicstomp, as evidenced by the image available on A Closer Listen.

See how Isengrind uses Yamaha Magicstomp

Isengrind

Singer, Guitarist

Natural Snow Buildings

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Genre Usage

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