Source Audio One Series Vertigo Tremolo Pedal, (Used)

The Source Audio One Series Vertigo Tremolo is a powerful stereo tremolo pedal designed for players who want vintage-inspired tremolo sounds, deep editing and modern pedalboard flexibility. It delivers three core tremolo voices straight from the pedal: Normal, Harmonic and Bias, giving players access to classic optical-style chop, swirling harmonic movement and smooth tube-style amplitude modulation.

This pre-owned Source Audio Vertigo Tremolo is listed in Good condition, meaning it shows noticeable cosmetic wear from previous use but remains fully functional. It comes with the original box, making it a strong choice for players looking for a flexible tremolo pedal with its packaging included.

The Vertigo is ideal for guitarists, bassists, synth users and studio musicians who want everything from subtle vintage wobble to deep stereo movement and rhythmic modulation. With stereo inputs and outputs, Universal Bypass, preset storage, expression control, USB connectivity and Source Audio Neuro editing support, it goes far beyond a simple one-sound tremolo pedal. Source Audio describes the Vertigo as offering three distinct tremolo voices: warm bias, choppy opto and swirling harmonic.

Condition Overview

Good Condition

This Source Audio One Series Vertigo Tremolo is in Good condition. This means it shows noticeable cosmetic wear from previous use, but remains fully functional and ready to use.

Good condition is ideal for players who want a reliable pre-owned tremolo pedal and are happy with visible signs of use.

What’s Included?

✔ Source Audio One Series Vertigo Tremolo Pedal
✔ Original Box

✘ No Power Supply Included
✘ No Additional Accessories Included

Condition Notes

This pedal is listed in Good condition, so it shows visible signs of use such as marks, small scuffs, surface wear or general handling wear.

No faults or modifications have been supplied for this listing. The pedal has been tested for functionality before sale.

Fair Deal Inspection & Assessment

This pre-owned Source Audio Vertigo Tremolo has been inspected and assessed by the Fair Deal Music team before being offered for sale.

Our checks include:

• Pedal powered and tested
• Input checked
• Output checked
• Footswitch tested
• Normal tremolo mode checked
• Harmonic tremolo mode checked
• Bias tremolo mode checked
• Speed control checked
• Depth control checked
• Shape control checked
• Level control checked
• Stereo operation checked
• Signal checked through bypass and engaged modes
• General sound performance assessed
• Original box checked for basic usability

Service / Setup Work

As part of our pre-owned pedal checks, this Source Audio Vertigo Tremolo has been tested to make sure it is working correctly before leaving the shop.

For effects pedals, we check the input, output, footswitch, controls, power operation and overall signal performance. For modulation pedals, we also check that the effect responds properly across its rate, depth and waveform controls.

Why Choose The Source Audio Vertigo Tremolo?

Three Distinct Tremolo Voices

The Vertigo gives players three main tremolo types from the pedal’s centre toggle: Normal, Harmonic and Bias. Source Audio describes these as an asymmetrical optical-style tremolo, a dual-frequency harmonic tremolo and a smooth tube-saturated bias tremolo.

This makes the pedal useful for players who want more than one tremolo flavour without needing multiple modulation pedals.

Normal, Harmonic And Bias Modes

The Normal mode delivers classic optical-style tremolo with a familiar pulse and throb. The Harmonic mode creates a more complex movement by shifting between low and high frequency emphasis, giving it a phase-like character. The Bias mode offers smoother amplitude modulation inspired by the behaviour of vintage tube bias tremolo.

Together, these sounds cover everything from subtle vintage movement to dramatic rhythmic pulse.

Shape Control For Deeper Movement

The Shape control lets players adjust the feel of the tremolo waveform, helping move between smoother and more abrupt modulation styles. This is useful when matching the tremolo feel to different songs, tempos and playing styles.

Stereo Inputs And Outputs

The Vertigo supports stereo operation, making it excellent for players who use stereo amps, wet/dry rigs, synths, recording setups or wide ambient effects chains. Stereo tremolo can create a much deeper sense of movement than a standard mono pedal.

Source Audio Neuro Editing

The Vertigo connects to Source Audio’s Neuro software and mobile app for deeper editing, downloading and sharing sounds. Source Audio states that the Neuro platform allows users to customize and share effects, with additional parameters available beyond the pedal’s surface controls.

This makes the Vertigo useful for players who want a simple tremolo on the pedalboard but deeper sound design options when needed.

Presets And MIDI Expandability

The Vertigo can store multiple sounds directly from the pedal and expands further when used with Source Audio’s ecosystem. Source Audio explains that the centre toggle provides six slots across two banks, with one bank reflecting knob positions and another providing preset slots. The pedal also supports USB-MIDI, external expression control and MIDI clock functionality.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

Source Audio Vertigo Tremolo vs Boss TR-2

The Boss TR-2 is a simple, reliable mono tremolo pedal with a straightforward control layout. The Source Audio Vertigo is more advanced, offering three tremolo voices, stereo operation, presets and Neuro editing. Choose the TR-2 for simplicity; choose the Vertigo for greater depth and versatility.

Source Audio Vertigo Tremolo vs Strymon Flint

The Strymon Flint combines tremolo and reverb in one pedal, making it ideal for players who want vintage amp-style ambience. The Vertigo focuses purely on tremolo but offers deep editing, stereo operation and multiple tremolo styles. Choose the Flint for tremolo plus reverb; choose the Vertigo for dedicated tremolo control and Source Audio flexibility.

Source Audio Vertigo Tremolo vs Walrus Audio Monument

The Walrus Audio Monument is a strong harmonic tremolo pedal with hands-on controls and tap tempo. The Vertigo offers harmonic tremolo alongside optical and bias-style modes, plus stereo operation and app-based editing. Choose the Monument for a more traditional pedal interface; choose the Vertigo for broader sound design.

Source Audio Vertigo Tremolo vs Fulltone Supa-Trem Style Pedals

Supa-Trem style pedals are known for bold, amp-like tremolo with large controls and a simple performance layout. The Vertigo is more compact and more feature-rich, making it better for players who want presets, stereo routing and multiple tremolo types in one pedal.

Who Is It For?

Beginner Players

The Vertigo can suit a beginner who wants a high-quality tremolo pedal with room to grow. The main controls are easy enough to use, while the deeper editing options can be explored later.

Intermediate Players

Intermediate players will benefit from the Vertigo’s tonal range. It is ideal for players who use tremolo in several styles and want more than one vintage-inspired modulation voice.

Professional Players

Professional players will appreciate the stereo operation, preset options, expression control and MIDI expandability. It is suitable for live boards, studio rigs, worship setups, ambient music and detailed modulation work.

Suitable Genres And Uses

This Source Audio Vertigo Tremolo is well suited to:

• Blues
• Indie
• Surf
• Americana
• Worship music
• Ambient
• Post-rock
• Psychedelic rock
• Country
• Dream pop
• Shoegaze
• Studio sound design
• Stereo guitar rigs
• Pedalboard tremolo control
• Synth and keyboard modulation

Why Choose A Tremolo Pedal?

A tremolo pedal changes the volume of your signal rhythmically, creating movement, pulse and texture. It can be subtle and vintage-sounding, or it can become a strong rhythmic effect that shapes the whole feel of a part.

The Source Audio Vertigo is especially useful because it gives players several classic tremolo approaches in one pedal. Optical-style tremolo is excellent for traditional amp-like pulse, harmonic tremolo adds swirling movement with a phase-like quality, and bias-style tremolo gives smoother vintage character.

For guitarists, tremolo works beautifully with clean tones, reverb, delay and edge-of-breakup drive. It can add movement to chords, make picked parts feel more alive and create vintage-inspired textures without overwhelming the core tone.

Looking for advice on choosing the right tremolo pedal, modulation pedal or pedalboard setup? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.

Story & Context: Source Audio One Series Vertigo

The Vertigo is part of Source Audio’s One Series, a compact pedal range designed to combine simple top-panel controls with deep digital editing. The idea is that players can treat the pedal like a normal stompbox for everyday use, while also unlocking deeper parameters through the Neuro platform when they want more control.

Source Audio explains that the Vertigo was designed to be flexible and easy to use straight from the pedal, while also offering a much deeper second layer of effect downloading, customization and sharing through Neuro.

That makes the Vertigo a strong choice for modern players who want classic tremolo sounds without giving up advanced routing, presets and editing.

Technical Specifications

Power Requirements

The Source Audio Vertigo Tremolo requires a 9V DC centre-negative power supply.

Power consumption is 165 mA, so it should be powered from a suitable isolated pedalboard power supply output or compatible 9V DC adaptor. A power supply is not included.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

Fair Deal Music is a family-run independent music retailer founded in 1987 and is Birmingham’s largest independent music store. With over 6,000 Excellent Trustpilot reviews, we have built our reputation on honest advice, strong product knowledge and reliable service for musicians across the UK.

When buying a pre-owned effects pedal from Fair Deal Music, you benefit from a team that checks equipment before it leaves the shop. Our staff are musicians themselves and can offer advice by phone, online or in-store, whether you are choosing your first tremolo, building a stereo pedalboard, comparing modulation pedals or looking for a compact studio-ready effect.

We offer fast UK delivery, secure online ordering and a large Birmingham showroom where you can browse new and pre-owned pedals, guitars, amps, keyboards, drums, PA equipment and accessories. We also buy, sell and trade pre-owned gear, helping musicians upgrade, part-exchange or sell used equipment with confidence.

FAQ

What is the difference between normal, harmonic and bias tremolo?

Normal tremolo gives a classic volume-pulsing sound, harmonic tremolo creates a more swirling movement by shifting frequency emphasis, and bias tremolo produces a smoother vintage-style modulation inspired by tube amp behaviour.

Is the Vertigo suitable for stereo rigs?

Yes. The stereo inputs and outputs make it a strong choice for players using two amps, stereo effects chains, wet/dry setups or recording rigs.

Can the Vertigo be edited with software?

Yes. The Vertigo works with Source Audio’s Neuro platform, giving access to deeper editing, effect customization and sound sharing.

Is this pedal good for subtle vintage tremolo?

Yes. The Vertigo works very well for subtle amp-style movement, especially in Normal and Bias modes.

Can it create more unusual modulation sounds?

Yes. The Neuro editing system expands the pedal beyond basic tremolo and allows deeper sound design for more experimental textures.

Is this pedal suitable for worship and ambient music?

Yes. Stereo tremolo, harmonic movement and deep editing make it very useful for worship, ambient, post-rock and spacious clean guitar textures.

Can it be synced with MIDI clock?

Yes. The Vertigo supports MIDI clock when used with the appropriate Source Audio setup.

Does it work with expression control?

Yes. External expression control is supported, allowing parameters to be controlled in real time.

Is tremolo best before or after overdrive?

Both can work. Before overdrive gives a softer, more blended pulse, while after overdrive gives a clearer and more pronounced volume movement.

Can I try this pedal in-store?

Fair Deal Music has a large Birmingham showroom, and our team can offer advice on tremolo pedals, Source Audio effects and pedalboard setup.