New Gamechanger Audio Bigsby Polyphonic Pitch Shifter Guitar Effects Pedal

From Gamechanger:

The BIGSBY Pedal is a revolutionary polyphonic pitch shifter pedal that reproduces the string bending and vibrato effects produced by the BIGSBY Tremolo arm and other traditional tremolo systems.

The idea to create a BIGSBY-style pitch-shifting pedal was born out of a long-standing admiration for the BIGSBY system’s unique feel, sound and design. The palpable twang and inimitable nuance of Paul Bigsby’s 1951 spring-loaded masterpiece is quite simply the stuff of legend.

How It Works
The Gamechanger BIGSBY combines golden-age rock ’n’ roll mechanics with state-of-the-art signal processing. On the outside, an original-style activator bar (modified to withstand years of foot stomping) is paired with a carefully selected spring that yields the same cushy feel and unique bounce of hand-activated models—because that’s integral to the feel of all the best traditional tremolo systems.

The BIGSBY pedal uses the same ultra-powerful SHARC chip found in hi-tech multi-effectors to meticulously track the subtleties of the lovely chromed mechanics.

Custom Analog-to-Digital & Back
We developed our own hybrid algorithm that would not only achieve smooth, polyphonic real-time pitch-shifting in the lower harmonic intervals typical of Bigsby-style vibratos, but also preserve the natural timbres and inherent tonal characteristics of the instruments plugged into it. We specifically worked to ensure it melds seamlessly with electric and acoustic guitar (standard 6-string, baritone, and bass), mandolins, banjos, and more. Another key component of the BIGSBY pedal’s sound is its DETUNE parameter—a precision crafted algorithm designed to emulate the imperfections and dissonant properties of traditional mechanical string-bending hardware.

EXP OUT
This allows you to use the BIGSBY as a unique spring-loaded Expression Controller with fully adjustable DEPTH, RATE and OFFSET controls – for modulating any expression parameters of other pedals and effects units (via a TRS 1/4” jack cable).

FSW IN
The FSW IN connector is compatible with all standard momentary or toggle type footswitches with a TS 1/4” jack. Pressing the footswitch will activate LATCH mode, holding a constant interval determined by the current position of the DEPTH knob.

MIDI IN
Connected with a 3.5mm type B connector, allowing you to control all functions of the BIGSBY Pedal via CC messages, create and save presets onto 10 preset slots, sync the RATE parameter to a specific tempo, and more.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Input & Output Type: 1/4” Unbalanced TS
Input impedance: 0.5MΩ
Maximum input level: 9 dBu
Output impedance: 100 Ω
Data USB-C: MIDI & Firmware update
MIDI Connector: MIDI 5 PIN DIN cable input
Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±1 dB)
Signal to noise ratio: 90 dB (A weighted)
Operating temperature: 0º to 50º C
Power Supply Connector Type: center negative 2.1 x 5.5 mm plug
Input voltage: 9-12V DC
Input current: minimum 500 mA
Power consumption: 4.5-9 W
Product Dimensions: 18 x 10 x 8 cm / 7.1" x 4" x 3.2" (L x W x H)
Product Weight: 1.07 kg (2.4 lb)