I know this has been asked many times about which Vibe is the best. But I am looking at two specific pedals.
My short list is:
- R Weaver Midnight Vibe v2
- Castledine Supra Vibe
- Formula B Vintage Vibe
- Horrothia Berkely.
I had discounted the Castledine as I'd tried to contact Stu for several weeks with no response. Then yesterday he replied saying he can build one in a week or so. So that's back on the list.
Rick Weaver has been very responsive, and I have the opportunity of a used Midnight v2 at a good price already in the UK, or I can take the risk and order directly from Rick (which I'd actually prefer to do as he's been so helpful).
The Formula B is a nice small real lamp vibe, at a great price, and Boost pedals will have stock next week. The videos I've seen sound a little weak on this one.
And, finally, the Berkely looks good, but doesn't sound that vibey on some videos, it sounds a bit weak and phaser like.
So I am really leaning towards the Castledine or Weaver even though they are 18V and large - it's no issue for me as I only play at home.
I am looking for a vibe that is flexible and can do subtle as well as throbby. My reservation with the Midnight is that it could be too throbby - I know that's a contradiction when talking about Vibes!!
I know a couple guys here like the Castledine, and several have the Weaver. So would welcome some feedback.
Comments
The Horrothia looks cool but it’s not a true lamp based vibe yet still costs a load.
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roger mayer voodoo vibe is not a strict vintage-adherent vibe but they do sound fantastic.
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The Weaver does the Hendrix thing very well. Super deep throbbiness. If it's the one thing you want it for you will not be disappointed.
However the Castledine does the Hendrix thing very well along with all manner of subtler shades. Plus the Vibrato mode which I never thought I'd use is beautiful.
I've had all 3 versions of the Drybell and whilst it sounds good and has lots of functionality and is lovely and compact the core tone isn't anywhere near the big boys. It's perfect if you use vibe for like 1 or 2 tracks.
Been uploading old tracks I recorded ages ago and hopefully some new noodles here.
Might be worth putting up an alert on Reverb for one. As it stands I've recently been hard up and was seriously contemplating selling mine but no way I'd let it go for under £400. Even then it feels like it would cost more to replace it with something of equal quality. I imagine they will only appreciate.
Rick's a good guy. He's convinced his way is the wright way which I suppose is what you want from a builder.
You won't go wrong with either option.
Been uploading old tracks I recorded ages ago and hopefully some new noodles here.