This Is The BEST UNIVIBE! Formula B Pedals Vintage Vibe

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Blown away by this vibe! This is the Univibe I've been searching for. The full, chewy, watery, 2 speed monster! I hope you enjoyed this video, let me know what your favorite Univibe pedal is in the comments below!
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[@MrBostechman]

The fact there is no change in volume up or down when it’s engaged or disengaged is huge. One of the most annoying things about photo-optical effects like a Vibe or Tremolo is that volume weirdness. This is the first one I’ve heard that keeps those notes crystal clear when it’s engaged - AND it plays nice with fuzz boxes. Excellent review.

[@LSUOdyssey]

Get an EQ then 😂 if volume drop in awesome pedals is a reason to say no, then you're missing out. Get a boost or EQ and experiment before or behind it

[@deangarrow]

How did this not win an Academy Award! Oh my god my blood pressure is so high right now! I am outraged!! OUTRAGED! This video had everything. I laughed.... I cried ....I learned a little Italian...what more do you want!

[@BuddyBlues]

🤣🤣

[@mirkosavik6920]

This pedal is definitely now on my short list of must haves...Love this channel...Awesome playing!

[@taurushamilton2739]

Great Hendrixy tones brother!💣🎸👊🏾💯🫡✊🏾👏🏾👏🏾🤘🏾 thx 4 putting that vibe BEFORE the fuzz!

[@russellsherman9358]

Great demo, I think you've convinced me. I've checked out every other vibe mentioned in the comments and can't hear anything better than what you've produced here. Thanks for aiding me in my quest

[@jimivibes69]

Its not the vibe buddy. Its your stellar playing. Any vibe will sound good

[@Okgreat-p5z]

Accidentally found this guy and laughed, learned and fell in love 😂

[@BuddyBlues]

Ha! Love you too! Thanks for being here

[@jonastiljander6217]

I was looking for the uni vibe to melt my brain and perhaps it was your sound and playing but I ordered one immediately after watching this. It has the perfect throb I think!

[@lionelh4096]

its a real pleasure to hear you playing

[@BuddyBlues]

Pleasure is mine to play for you guys! Thank you

[@stratolestele7611]

I went through my own very expensive Univibe clone journey too. I'm sure this is good, but you get to a certain point and they're all good with slight variations in frequencies. Me, I settled on an MJM 60s Vibe. Same photocell, light, etc. It's a fantastic vibe too.

[@marcuslewitzki4610]

I can tell you that your video convinced me to buy this pedal and I don't regret it. It's the first univibe I've ever owned and I don't believe I'll ever buy another one. It's just beautiful 👍

[@1973asdf]

loved your presentation!

[@clarencejeyofficial]

💯 for humor and personality! Bravo! Looking into options. This, Roger Mayer and Shin Ei. Thx for this! Keep it up.

[@Musicsports]

J Rockett as well

[@WeekendWarriorGuitars]

That's right up my alley - thanks Buddy!

[@BuddyBlues]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Henry-pj1td]

I'm Italian and your pronunciation is so good that ypu almost fooled me in the intro👉🏽

[@BuddyBlues]

Haha awesome! Thanks so much

[@edcataldo7019]

Another great post Buddy! The Formula B seems to cover all the bases the other Univibe clones miss. I knew the wait for this post would be worth it. Your Italian is better than my Lebanese!

[@mikewilkinson4588]

Awesome playing and effect.........

[@BuddyBlues]

Thank you!!

[@DannyBrooks1]

I just bought one of these and it’s fantastic! I like that it’s pedalboard friendly too.

[@joshbabbitt9243]

Hell yes....I've been waiting to hear you do a review on this!

[@valeriobuccolieri8443]

Great pedal and great guitarplayer...i'm saving money to buy

[@clivestrangward3659]

Great sounding Vibe, Nice 66 Stat. Another great review.

[@JohnSmith-in1tt]

Holy shit man, your playing is TASTY. It totally fits the vibe of a univibe (no pun intended.) Awesome review and video

[@BuddyBlues]

Haha thanks so much for watching man!

[@JCross1130]

This was the first video of yours I've seen. It ended up costing me $311. Thanks

[@BuddyBlues]

Hahaha you're gonna love it I promise!!

[@JCross1130]

I could not be more excited about getting it. Especially since I don't currently have a Vibe.

[@Maxaipa777]

Dude u r hilarious in 2 language! Awesome, I just subscribed

[@BellTunnel]

My Jam Retrovibe arrives tomorrow. Hope it ends my vibe search.

[@mougabo]

Great vibes from Italy , there is also one from Cornerstone pedals

[@Cluless02]

Sounds like majestic magic. This dude smokes! Cool video -

[@chuckmorris6865]

Keep doing you and we'll keep watching you do it man! That was great

[@BuddyBlues]

Thanks! Will do!

[@Alsmusicfactory]

Thank You for your great video Buddy Blues Salutes from Spain 🇪🇸 Bless You Al

[@BuddyBlues]

Thank you!! I love your Instagram!!

[@HeyItsMarteeen]

Oof man, you ripped hella hard in this video!! Because of that, I’m convinced and bought a vintage vibe myself 😂

[@BuddyBlues]

Awesome!! Congrats!

[@markush.573]

Sounds awesome👍

[@wolfnstrings]

The vibe - Excellent. Leslie eh... the Neo Ventilator II is worth the space it takes on my board. I did enjoy the video.

[@BuddyBlues]

I see those all the time on boards! Can't wait to try one out. I LOVE that Leslie effect

[@kjetilalexandersaltnes8643]

Spot on, man! 🎯 The Neo Ventilator ll is a beast. Of course in stereo. One of my fave pedals on my board.

[@jacobbrown1690]

I got the stryman lex and roland rt 20 for that.

[@qddk9545]

Neo Ventilator is not a typical Vibe it is a Leslie clone.

[@brettharris3188]

o man that sounds amazing! Great review and video as always. I'm definitely interested in seeing another review of his pedals.

[@BuddyBlues]

Thanks Brett!!

[@awesomedude4sale]

First of all welcome back we look forward to seeing these videos and great job with this demo This is definitely a pedal I would and may buy This one spoke to me “ buy me, buy me” Side note , please for the love of God tell me you record these videos at 11pm so your neighbors get to enjoy them too.

[@BuddyBlues]

Stan, this was recorded some time between 1am and 2am after a gig. hahaha

[@Molt408]

nice playing

[@brooksphillips2234]

Yeah, got to get me one of these! Lol! So far this is the best sounding one I've heard in reviews. Wish I could play one to try it, but thats not happening!

[@groshretro]

Great video learning about this vibe. I like the Fulltone custom shop vibe also, but out of biz now:( Thanks so much! Really dig you pedalboard and playing/musicality, aka you Rock!

[@jimivibes69]

Great video man! Subbed, knew this pedal, but this is the best demo I've seen

[@Nocean831]

Yes!!! I couldn't wait for this vid, so I bought one after your recommendation and it does not disappoint!!! Currently absolutely loving a slow vibe speed into the Protein 🤤

[@nunoandrademusicspace7590]

Carl Martin purple moon V1 was quite a bit a similar product, and they threw in a fuzz face in the circuit (if you want mix both) . The V2 there's only 1 vibe instead of 2. Have you tried one of those? the price point is way different.

[@michaelwade9455]

Currently digging my Deja Vibe by Fulltone but gotta say this one sounds killer!

[@zeroboyrick1717]

Deja' Vibe MkII doesn't get any better. Has volume control also.

[@johngerson7335]

​@@zeroboyrick1717 l have MDV2 and MDV3, both are as good as it gets, but Vintage Vibe is certainly a peer to those as far as my ears can tell. Nice demo, very nice playing too! Thanks!

[@arosalesmusic]

The Funky Vibe is great too!

[@brettnecessary2266]

Great sounding vibe !! I want to get one !!

[@-vickyspit-]

I wonder what you think about the EHX Good Vibes. Your pedal sounded just like one to me.

[@schipbreukeling3]

Absolutely beautiful, also the other pedals on your board like the Supro tremolo

[@BuddyBlues]

Thank you! Yes this is my most recent board and I'm loving it

[@davidstafford1071]

I have had that one and most of the others, in my quest to find my perfect vibe. I just demoed the Gypsy Vibe but I cannot find anything that compares to my DLS Effects Versa Vibe.

[@rob2999]

What was the octave pedal? Thanks.

[@gilbertocruz1683]

Cool...and what about Fulltone?

[@AlexWBKK]

Nice, ever compared it to the Sabbaduis? And the Vintage Vibe Deluxe.

[@flatstheflounder9874]

Fulltone Deja Vibe and Electro Harmonix Good Vibes are the best vintage Uni Vibe

[@BOBBY-w8c]

That nice "Woosh Wash" is the sound. Star Spangled Banner Woodstock.

[@groshretro]

I bought one and I love it...tks for rockin' the demo brother. BTW, have you ever adjusted the mini trimpot inside, and if so, what setting do you prefer (full left 00-25-50-75-100% full right)? Thank you so much!

[@BuddyBlues]

Ummm… I didn’t even know there was a trim pot inside. 😅 so, STOCK!

[@aidencolman2277]

Omg I’m in love with the sound, what songs were you playing? (If you were playing a song)

[@MistaF]

That was a nice pedal for 9v.

[@steveymoon]

Yeah, but what about the Jam Pedals RetroVibe?

[@artjackson6872]

The pedal sounds good. Do you really have to buy it online? Bummer..

[@RDHamel]

Man alive. Just put an expression input on the thing. How many times…?

[@BuddyBlues]

5 times

[@CaryChilton]

I was expecting more- DejaVibr mini has the sweet spot for 200 and Funky Vibe fucking kills this pedal

[@BuddyBlues]

I've yet to try the funky vibe, I've heard so many good things

[@spacebarbus]

My univibe journey ended when I finally got an original one!

[@BuddyBlues]

My search for beautiful cars will also end when I buy a Ferrari 🤣 but congrats man!! I’ve not even seen an original one in real life, hope some day I will

[@spacebarbus]

@@BuddyBlues Picked mine up in the 80s in Japan. Much of the vintage gear that people want now especially pedals were no really a big thing then. It was the advent of reliable digital; analog was old hat.

[@DadoSimicStudiostriver]

It would be cool if it can be tap tempo of effects, but hey its vintage gear.

[@marcopmi]

Sounds great but my favourite is still the Roger Mayer's Voodoo-Vibe+

[@BuddyBlues]

Haven't tried that one yet

[@loulagro2315]

It's a nice pedal, but for me too many parameters, plus it does not even use the traditional univibe circuitry (photo cells and bulb) he goes about it differently. It makes MANY good sounds, but doesn't quite get to the original sound. I have a strong 68' original that I use for comparisons. One of the ones that comes closest is the MJM Custom Shop 60's Vibe, but I think perhaps the best currently is the Funky Vibes from Sabbadius.

[@peteraustin370]

The Voodoo vibe + has the pleasure of foot pedal speed control....bought mine around 1994...!!!

[@fanoboss]

prescription electronics vibe unit or the sweet sound ultra vibe

[@markferguson3745]

I found that it's one of those effects where you need to go all in, - or not waste the effort.You need the original design. The deep pulse and throb makes it different in both modes; traditionally, Fulltone( FT were a first in many things in the States, to give credit where due) had the only credible copy, but now there's Jam, - and this.At one time, I would have jumped, but currently, I'm content finding the million or so sounds available on the Walrus Julianna and Monument, - both with expression pedal control. I'm all about creating minimal repetitive patterns, where such subtle underlying movement can add critical interest.Sometimes, it's actually surprising how little it takes to successfully carry a composition; I think it is a common mistake to add more than is needed and trash the natural flow just to be playing more. Univibe is a good exercise in restraint, - or all out excess.

[@Marshall_EL34]

I dig it. I get it ...slight and subtle "dynamic" changes ....not chord changes, not rythmic changes ...but "subtle changes in the "flow" of the vibe" attributed to changes in phase or vibe, etc.

[@raymondwalker8794]

Great video, I have the vintage vibe and the mini bender. Do you recommend putting the mini vibe before or after the vintage vibe?

[@t_sosh]

FANTASTIC demo! What's the story with the route behind the trem on that Strat? Was there some sort of Kahler on there or something?

[@BuddyBlues]

100%! Kahler from the early 80s haha. At least it was done professionally though!

[@BuddyBlues]

And thank you for watching!

[@mattmarcz7574]

Love your playing! You absolutely nailed it!

[@heycaptjack]

Yep!!!

[@richard66754]

I want one, and would have it too … but I just dropped a bunch of cash on a nice sg custom.🤦🏼‍♂️

[@danfloresmusic]

Great vid Buddy! Have you tried the 1968 vibe from king tone?

[@BuddyBlues]

Yes I have! Great vibe

[@searchink4Life]

Hey buddy, just wondering if you have a comparison about this and the sabbadius vibe?

[@pkflash2004]

Hi, really enjoyed your video - great sound, great playing and some added humour to boot! The Vintage Vibe sounds great and with the option of 2 speeds is versatile too. Does it have option for expression pedal out? I have the Effectrode Tube Vibe which has a more subtle 'throb' but the sound from the tubes is lovely and warm.

[@BuddyBlues]

Hello! Thank you so much. This particular one doesn't but I believe he makes a bigger version one that does. Same circuit and everything

[@patrickdolan.]

Dunlop rotovibe is a univibe in an expression pedal and they're great

[@acasadiluca]

Thanks for your italian Buddy! Cheers from Italy ;-)

[@BuddyBlues]

Sorry for my Italian 🤣🤣

[@acasadiluca]

@@BuddyBlues just the attempt is so appreciated.... Way to go with your videos! Your is a great channel!

[@nanideckard]

I'm on the hunt of a "Univibe pedal". Would this still be a good option a year later? I'm aware of other pedals that have recently hit the market, but the price ofthe Formula B is quite contained and I'm seriously considering purchasing one. Great video and awesome playing Buddy.

[@BuddyBlues]

Holds as true as the day I bought it and is still on the big pedal board!

[@teeveee841]

Awsome! How often do you change tour guitar strings ??:)

[@kalejoe6599]

OMG this is one of the best Uni Vibe clones ever in my opinion the best Uni Vibes that you can get are the Unique Vibe and the Shiftee-Vibe, the Mega-Vibe, MJM 60s Vibes, The Formula B vintage Vibe, the Vibe Bro, the Sabbadius Vibes, the King Tone 68 and the Roger Mayer Voodoo Vibe. personally I really like to have the speed of the Vibe be controlled by a expression pedal.

[@CorbCorbin]

R Weaver Midnight and Violet Vibe Kingtone 1968 Vibe Sabbadius has three, a 68, 69 Fillmore and Woodstock It depends on whether you want the preamp, and/or the ability to turn the pre off.

[@BuddyBlues]

Man.. I really really wanted to try the kingotne 1968. I'm a sucker for anything Kingtone. But I couldn't get behind the price tag of what people are selling them for on reverb

[@kalejoe6599]

@@BuddyBlues I heard a clip of that on some video I was watching I think someone was comparing it to a original Shin-Ei and the Kingtone sounded great I will have to watch some clips of the Kingtone.

[@kalejoe6599]

@@CorbCorbin R Weaver in my opinion sounds to stiff like it's on steroids, Sabbaduis is incredible probably my third favorite Uni-Vibe clone I think it really gets that vintage when you run the intensity around 2.5-4.

[@johnsmith7140]

@@kalejoe6599 what are your 1st 2 favorites?

[@CthulhuOO7]

Wow. Ignore the pedal (great), or your playing (great). That Strat is special!

[@j.p.sixgunner7194]

This video sounds great I the video. I'm not sure why some people are quick to dismiss the Fulltone Dejavibe or the VooDoo Labs Micro Vibe...both are very good sounding Univibe clones! A lot of the classic vibe sounds were after are played thru an amp cranked to breakup, which DOES make a difference in how the vibe sounds. I think that's a big part of the equation.... some vibe pedals are made for that and some arent.

[@Ashton-mx2bg]

Can't be true when the Sir Henry exists

[@bigedblues]

This is pretty good. I have Full tones, Sweets & Prescriptions.

[@neilslade]

What? How about Korg NuVibe?, Thirty Third Street NovaVibe (handmade, 24 volts)? I too had the vibes you mentioned (modded voodoolabs, drybell, fulltone, nux, etc)

[@97mico]

Awesome video! How does it compare to the supro harmonic trem?

[@BuddyBlues]

The harmonic feels like a different animal.. it is just fluctuating between bass and treble and this is more of a phasing of the signal. I much prefer the vintage vibe for univibe

[@KalJoao]

Have you tried a Shin-Ei Vibe-bro yet? I've been looking at those. This is a lot cheaper though so that gets points!

[@BuddyBlues]

I haven't yet! I love the classic look of the vibe-bro not gonna lie, and I'm sure it sound awesome. But this is just so pedal friendly

[@BuddyBlues]

Pedal board**

[@KalJoao]

@@BuddyBlues perhaps the Vibe 2 then since it's middle sized.

[@markm9344]

Available in the US?

[@BuddyBlues]

Yes but it would be quicker if you ordered directly from him!

[@alanpowell4655]

Have you tried the gypsy vibe from pedal pawn ? I haven't got it but I have watched a fair amount of videos and it sounds out of this world.

[@BuddyBlues]

I haven't but I've heard great things!

[@alanpowell4655]

@@BuddyBlues maybe this could be your next review? I wouldn't mind watching that 😁

[@mr.astrophysics9115]

The very best uni Vibes are the Fulltone Deja Vibes hand made and 100% accurate..

[@mkds7756]

Have you tried the lovepedal vibronaut photocell? Sounds exactly like this one.

[@BuddyBlues]

Haven't yet!

[@banditsharp]

Hi Buddy. Really enjoying the reviews but they all inspire me to improve my tone…sadly, by spending a fortune! Before I take the plunge…again, have you any experience of the Fulltone Custom Shop Mini-Deja Vibe mkII Vibrato/Chorus? Wondered how it compares to this one? Cheers!

[@BuddyBlues]

Haha trust me I think I'd be rich if I stopped buying pedals and guitars and amps haha I've never tried the fulltone vibe but it is always has great reviews

[@BuddyBlues]

But this one has a 2 speed function in a button that just does it for me. And has the really thick vibe I was looking for

[@banditsharp]

Nice one Buddy! I agree, the second foot switch makes it two pedals in one. I’ve been using the MXR mini ‘Authentic Hendrix’ Univibe, which happens to be very good indeed. I am however going to buy a Vintage Vibe now as you make it sound much more authentic than the ‘Authentic’. Four are available in the UK so I’d better be quick. As an afterthought, with the way money is dripping through my fingers, by this time next year we should have identical pedalboards!😂

[@joeadame6527]

What Octavia pedal are you using? Great vids, btw. I'm glad I found your channel!

[@BuddyBlues]

Hello!! Thank you! This one I'm using a an Octahive by beetronix. I have a review on my chanel for it

[@joeadame6527]

@@BuddyBlues Cool! Thank you

[@roncarter2188]

Ok so I really like how you have a sillouette of your head with smoke coming off of it at the beginning of your videos, so that being said your band should be called: The Smoking Logos

[@xrhstoscg7]

Is there any difference between this and the formulab vintage vibe deluxe on sound , except the style of the box? Greetings from Greece!!! New subscriber!!

[@BuddyBlues]

No difference in sound! Thank you for watching

[@rareform6747]

How too buy ????

[@Datanditto]

The Versa Vibe is killer.

[@jokohanggono3232]

Hi.. Great demo. Its 9 or 18 V? How much?

[@BuddyBlues]

thanks! 9v, it converts it to 18 inside

[@jakelogan249]

Have you compared this to a dry bell vintage vibe v2

[@BuddyBlues]

Yes I have both, I prefer the formula B

[@jakelogan249]

@@BuddyBlues why’s that?

[@BuddyBlues]

The 2 speed function right on the pedal, and thr fact that I don't need a PhD to learn the manual of the drybell. Great great pedal though

[@jakelogan249]

@@BuddyBlues my thoughts as well..love the channel. Thank you for taking the time to respond 🙏

[@paulcowart3174]

Tried Drybells.. Fulltone..a few other..never totally happy w them The Kingtone 68 seems good cause 2 speeds...aha two speeds on this one too Hmmm good stuff But think I need to go w rotary pedal instead

[@raymondwalker8794]

Do you recommend putting the mini bender before or after the vintage vibe?

[@BuddyBlues]

I like my fuzzes before univibes always, some other guys like it the other way around. I like my fuzz to swim in the univibe Try it both ways first see which one you like best

[@raymondwalker8794]

@@BuddyBlues awesome, thank you

[@unmondelibre]

Awesomissimo

[@thatsthegig]

I love your sense of humour! Where are you based... Montreal?

[@BuddyBlues]

Thank you! Orlando Florida

[@patriciaydiegoormaza-marti2446]

It seems this pedal might achieve the sound of, some recordings by Hendrix or Frusciante, such as, Hey baby (New Rising Sun), Angel, Message to love, or Black summer... And the thing is that, a pedal effect, as it happens with a music instrument, should conquer your ear first and your eye later, whereas what actually often happens is, exactly the opposite... Thank you very much, Buddy Blues, this vid has been quite helpful (Tante grazie, ricercherò su questo pedale) (Muchas gracias, Buddy, por tu vídeo, es de suma ayuda)

[@stuartrouse7851]

how could 4 people not like this video???? lol