Blue Cat’s PolyVibe is a complete re-creation of vintage “vibe” pedals, based on original designs, with several modern twists and innovations to fit the needs of the 21st century. With this plugin, you can simulate a wide range of effects, from classic “vibes” to chorus, phaser, rotary, and wah effects, all while maintaining the signature vintage feel.
Inspired by the famous “Uni-Vibe” pedal played by legends like Jimi Hendrix, David Gilmour, and Robin Trower, PolyVibe offers an extensive palette of vintage tones, along with the ability to create entirely new effects. You can shape and control filter motion in unprecedented detail, and even produce stereo effects that go beyond the limitations of traditional mono pedals.
PolyVibe’s swing control allows for customizable modulation to match the feel of your music, while full synchronization with your DAW ensures that all modulations stay perfectly in time. Despite the plethora of controls and customization options, it’s incredibly easy to find your sound, thanks to the Tone Maps feature, which lets you explore presets and tweak them quickly to your liking.
With its wide range of features and extensive compatibility, the PolyVibe is a versatile tool for any musician looking to dive into the world of vintage modulation effects, while pushing sonic boundaries.
Key Features:
- Re-creation and extension of classic vibe pedals: Delivers vintage “vibe” tones with modern enhancements.
- Three filter modes: Classic, reverse, and phase modes for a variety of effects.
- Control over filters’ shapes and motion: Customize the modulation patterns to create new and unique sounds.
- Swing control: Adjust the swing of the oscillator for more musical and rhythmic modulations.
- Stereo width control: Create wide, spatial effects beyond traditional mono pedals.
- Full MIDI control: Automate parameters or control the effect with MIDI expression pedals.
- Tone Maps explorer: Easily navigate presets and create custom tones.
- Customizable UI: Adjust the transparency and zoom for personalized control.
- Optimized CPU usage: Zero CPU load when idle, ensuring efficient performance.
- Cross-platform support: Available on Mac and Windows in VST, AU, and AAX formats.
System Requirements
This plug-in is compatible with both Mac and Windows operating systems and supports a wide range of DAWs.
Operating System:
- Windows: Vista, Windows 7, 8, or 10 (SSE2-enabled processor such as Pentium 4 or newer).
- Mac: OS X 10.9 or newer (Intel or Apple Silicon processor).
Hardware:
- CPU: SSE2-enabled processor (Intel or Apple Silicon for Mac).
- Memory: 4GB RAM or more recommended.
- Storage: 100MB of available disk space.
Supports VST-2, VST-3, AU, and AAX formats for both Mac and Windows. Fully compatible with all major DAWs.