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Amplified Talk Box Effect for Guitar with Effects Loop, Gain, Tone, and Output Controls, LED Indicator
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A Talk Box with an Effects Loop!

The Rocktron Banshee 2 updates their original Banshee talk box, giving you that classic Talk Box sound you know and love - now with even more compelling, new features. Of course, like the original, the reliable Banshee 2 features its own internal pre-amp, amp, and horn driver - just plug it in and you're ready to make your guitar sing, talk, and create some seriously freaky sounds. And now, the Banshee 2 even provides an effects loop so you can add other effects into the talk box signal path for even more tonal possibilities! Rocktron also added an active LED so you can tell right away whether the Banshee 2 is engaged.

Rocktron Banshee 2 at a Glance:
  • Classic Talk Box with Modern Reliability
  • Get More with the New Effects Loop
  • Tweakable Preamp Section for Killer Results

Classic Talk Box with Modern Reliability
Bringing a cool, new twist to the outdated generation of complicated and risky talk boxes, the Banshee 2 gives classic rock touches to the 90's players. Although "talk boxes" have been used in the making of hit music (Aerosmith, Frampton, Joe Walsh, etc.) for years, many guitar players simply have not tried them because of their complicated and potentially damaging setup. Leave it to the stomp box gurus at Rocktron. The Banshee 2 rocks, simply and safely. What makes the Banshee 2 so unique is that it contains its own internal preamp, amplifier, and horn driver. You simply plug into the Banshee 2 like you would any common stomp box, and run the provided "tubing" up the mic stand and into your mouth. The rest is up to your own imagination as you get the most incredible sounds from your instrument. And no more risk of blowing up your favorite amp head, (always a possibility with talk boxes of old).

Get More with the New Effects Loop
The talk box is an incredible effect on its own, but think about tacking on your favorite delay or distortion pedal - or maybe you want to try your wah, or flanger for some seriously singing tones. Whatever arsenal of effects you imagine, try them with the Banshee 2 - it features a new effects loop so you can add whatever wild new sounds you want in front of it, or you can put it through your guitar signal path at the same time!

Tweakable Preamp Section for Killer Results
The Banshee's preamp section features controls for gain, tone, and output level. A wide range of clean and dirty preamp tones may be dialed in with plenty of saturation for those who desire lots of gain. Guitar World Magazine wrote: "The Banshee's high-gain preamp and focused tone control allow for excellent enunciation and sustain. With minimal practice, I was able to create clear words and open vowels, and I could readily see how anyone could become addicted to this effect."

Rocktron Banshee 2 Features:
  • Modern Talk Box with Internal Preamp, Amp, and Horn Driver
  • Can Tweak Gain, Tone, and Output Level
  • New Effects Loop
  • LED Indicator

NOTE: Due to the personal nature of this product it is non returnable.

The Banshee 2 is a talk box with even more sonic possibilities!

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Tech Specs

  • Pedal Type: Talkbox
  • Inputs: 1 x 1/4" (instrument), 1 x 1/4" (return)
  • Outputs: 1 x 1/4" (out to amp), 1 x 1/4" (external 8 ohm speaker), 1 x 1/4" (send)
  • Power Source: 9V power supply (included)
  • Batteries: 1 x 9V
  • Height: 3"
  • Width: 8.5"
  • Depth: 5"
  • Weight: 3.5 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 001-1427

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Rated 5/5

Very Cool Product

I bought this case as a gift for someone else. They love it. Thank You
Rated 5/5

The Banshee 2 Is A Great Piece of Gear

This talkbox is a "true" talkbox rather than a synthesizer or other re-imagining. But better! In addition to the standard feature of having all your guitar's fury routed to a horn driver, rammed up a tube and into your mouth for additional noise shaping, the pedal can operate wet, wet/dry, and dry (traditional talk boxes are wet signal only). It contains a small tube-powered amp with gain, level, and tone control, and an output for an external speaker.

It does what it's supposed to and works very well. Easy setup. Your pedal board may look crowded but you'll find a way to make this thing fit.
Music background: Long-time guitarist
Rated 5/5

Great sound

This talkbox is phenomenal! Got it and within minutes i was playing Rocky Mountain Way, sounding identical to Joe Walsh.
Plenty of volume and works beautifully. If your looking for a top notch talkbox, thus is the one. Way too much fun!
Rated 5/5

Serious fun!

I've always wanted to play one of these and finally picked one up. From looking at it, you get a good idea of what it does and it certainly meets those expectations. However, I was not prepared for the sheer fun and creativity that this thing sparks! It's not something you will use on every song you play - not even on most - but when you do, it can really put a smile on your face!
Rated 5/5

Awesome

I've used it on guitar, guitar synth, an analog keyboard synth, and bass. It has nice crunch right outta the box, and you can add your favorite fuzz box or other effects as well.

I really like the option of having my normal signal going at the same time, especially with my bass; I get the wacky talkbox effect thru a mic while my bass rig keeps pumping out low end.
Music background: Retired Bar Band Hack

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