Origin Effects MAGMA57 Amp Vibrato and Drive guitar Effect Pedal

Origin Effects MAGMA57 Amp Vibrato & Drive | True Pitch Modulation in a Pedal!

Lush, Shimmering Vibrato + Smooth, Clear Overdrive

Combine lush, shimmering vibrato with a smooth, clear overdrive tone and you've got a sound that has inspired both legendary guitarists and renowned amp designers. MAGMA57 brings the best of the Magnatone® 200 Series amplifiers to your pedalboard—offering everything from warm, jazzy clean tones to full-on swirling psychedelia.

MAGMA57 authentically recreates the pitch-bending vibrato effect built into the Magnatone® Custom 260 and 280 models from the late 1950s. These top-of-the-range combos featured a unique two-stage vibrato circuit that offered true pitch modulation—unlike the volume-changing tremolo effect built into other amps. For many players it remains the benchmark for lush, organic vibrato.

MAGMA57 houses a complete valve amp-style signal path, built on the same platform as Origin Effects' ground-breaking RevivalDRIVE, using all-analogue components to recreate this unique amplifier at circuit level. The pedal's amp section is inspired by the Magnatone® Model 213 "Troubadour"—a true hidden gem that expands on the blueprint of the Tweed Deluxe with a tighter low end that retains definition when pushed hard.

Key Features & Benefits

• True Pitch-Modulating Vibrato: Unlike common tremolo effects that simply modulate volume, MAGMA57 delivers genuine pitch-shifting vibrato—the same two-stage circuit found in the legendary Magnatone 260 and 280.

• Three Distinct Blend Modes: The BLEND switch allows you to combine wet and dry signals in different ways. In-phase mode delivers classic pseudo-rotary speaker phasing (Uni-Vibe style); 180° out-of-phase creates a stunning, unique chorus-type effect.

• Authentic Amp Drive & Feel: Reactive Drive technology simulates the interaction between amp and speaker for realistic feel and authentic sound. The DRIVE control behaves like the Volume knob on a vintage non-master-volume amplifier—set low for clean sounds or turn it up for more overdrive.

• Comprehensive Post-Drive EQ: A powerful three-preset EQ section ensures seamless compatibility with any amp—Blackface, Plexi, or flat-response systems. Fine-tune the top-end further with the ADJ trimmer.

• Tap Tempo & Remote Control: TRS footswitch jack for convenient remote control of the vibrato and tap tempo functions. The MULTI switch applies a preset multiplier to the vibrato speed.

• Switchable LFO Waveforms: The SHAPE control lets you choose between two different LFO waveforms for varied modulation character.

• Tour-Grade Construction: Hand-polished, brushed stainless steel enclosure with aluminium controls, Neutrik® jack sockets and heavy-duty footswitches—equally at home on the road and in the studio.

• High-Impedance Buffered Bypass: Silent switching with signal integrity maintained.

• Electric Guitar (All Styles)

• Studio Recording

• Live Performance

• Players Seeking Authentic Vintage Amp & Vibrato Tone

• Rock, Blues, Psychedelic, Americana, and Beyond

• "Ampless" Rigs and Direct Recording

Tech Specs

• Type: Amp Recreation, Overdrive & Vibrato Pedal

• Inspiration: Magnatone® 200 Series Amplifiers (Vibrato from Custom 260/280; Amp from Model 213 "Troubadour")

• Circuitry: All-Analogue Valve Amp-Style Signal Path with Reactive Drive Technology

• Controls: Drive, Tone, Output, Speed, Intensity, Post-Drive EQ (3 presets + ADJ trimmer)

• Switches: Blend (3 modes), Multi (speed multiplier x1/x2/x3), Shape (LFO waveform)

• Footswitches: Vibe Bypass, Effect Bypass

• External Control: TRS footswitch jack for tap tempo and effects switching integration

• Power Requirements: 9V DC centre-negative (not included), >100mA current draw

• Inputs: 1 x 1/4" TS

• Outputs: 1 x 1/4" TS

• Dimensions: 143 x 93 x 65 mm (5.62" x 3.66" x 2.56")

• Weight: 900g (1.98 lbs)

• Construction: Brushed Stainless Steel & Aluminium Enclosure

• Bypass: High-Impedance Buffered Bypass with Silent Switching

• Origin: Designed and built in England

MAGMA57 is more than just a vibrato pedal—it's a complete amp-in-a-box that captures one of the most unique and brilliant amplifiers from the late 1950s. Until now, only a real vintage Magnatone could deliver this true pitch-shifting vibrato and raw, organic overdrive. Recreating vintage amp circuits is great, but it's even better when you can improve them—and MAGMA57 does exactly that with switchable blend modes, multi-speed control, tap tempo, and a powerful Post-Drive EQ that ensures compatibility with any rig. Whether you're chasing lush, shimmering modulation or raw, cranked combo overdrive, MAGMA57 delivers it all in a compact, tour-ready pedal. Origin Effects considers it "the tone you never knew you needed"—and once you hear it, you'll agree.

Experience true pitch modulation. Get the MAGMA57 Amp Vibrato & Drive today.

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