The Legendary Whammy, Evolved
The DigiTech Whammy 5 is the latest evolution of the world’s most famous pitch-shifting pedal. Since its debut in the early ’90s, the Whammy has shaped countless riffs, solos, and iconic sounds used by legends like Tom Morello, Steve Vai, Jack White, and David Gilmour. With the Whammy 5, DigiTech refines this classic effect with true bypass switching, updated pitch-tracking, and classic/chordal modes, delivering the most musical and flexible Whammy yet.
Whether you want soaring octave-up leads, thunderous dive-bombs, or lush harmonies, the Whammy 5 puts expressive pitch-shifting under your foot with unmatched control and tone.
Key Features & Benefits
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Classic Whammy Sounds – Dive-bombs, octave jumps, and wild pitch bends made famous on countless records.
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Chordal Pitch Shifting Mode – Smooth polyphonic tracking lets you shift entire chords without glitching.
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Classic Mode – Retains the monophonic character of earlier Whammy pedals for vintage-style effects.
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Harmony Settings – Add harmonies above or below your notes for dual-guitar textures and layered solos.
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Expression Pedal Control – Real-time pitch shifting for expressive playing.
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True Bypass Switching – Maintains your guitar’s tone when the pedal is off.
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Rugged Design – Built to handle years of live performance and touring.
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MIDI Input – Integrate with advanced rigs for remote control and automation.
Why Guitarists Love the Whammy 5
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Delivers the most accurate tracking of any Whammy pedal to date.
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Offers both classic glitchy tones and modern chordal precision.
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The ultimate creative tool for lead guitarists, experimental players, and anyone looking to stand out.
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A true piece of guitar effects history, trusted by pros across every genre.
Ideal For
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Lead guitarists wanting octave-up solos and expressive bends.
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Alternative & rock players chasing Tom Morello- or Jack White-style tones.
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Experimental musicians looking to push the boundaries of pitch-shifting.
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Gigging guitarists who want a versatile, reliable pedalboard staple.
Technical Specifications (Quick View)
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Pitch Shifting Modes: Classic & Chordal (polyphonic)
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Harmony Settings: Octave, 4th, 5th, 2nd, 3rd above/below combinations
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Control: Built-in expression pedal
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Bypass: True Bypass
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Connectivity: 1/4″ input/output, MIDI input
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Power: 9V DC power supply (included)
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Construction: Rugged steel chassis, stage-ready design
BOOM!
