HeadRush VX5 – Vocal Effects Pedal with AutoTune®
The HeadRush VX5 is a powerful and intuitive vocal effects pedal designed for live performance and studio use. Featuring the iconic Antares AutoTune® technology—trusted by top artists like Travis Scott, Charli XCX, and Post Malone—the VX5 delivers everything from subtle pitch correction to the classic hard-tuned vocal effect in a compact, easy-to-use format.
At its core is the industry-standard AutoTune® algorithm, allowing you to fine-tune vocals in real time using dedicated Retune Speed and Humanize controls. Beyond pitch correction, the VX5 includes a full suite of studio-grade vocal effects such as reverb, delay, chorus, compression, and unique flavor effects. The built-in Intelligent Harmonizer can generate harmonies based on the selected key/scale or from a connected instrument like a guitar or keyboard.
The VX5’s user-friendly layout features a color display, straightforward preset navigation, and two footswitches for hands-free control during performances. With USB audio interface functionality (24-bit/48kHz), it’s also ideal for recording vocals directly into your DAW. You can store up to 250 presets and automate changes via USB-MIDI, making the VX5 an ideal solution for dynamic live sets and efficient studio workflows.
Whether you’re crafting your signature sound or adapting effects on the fly, the VX5 gives vocalists the tools to take full creative control.
Key Features
- Built-in Antares AutoTune® for professional pitch correction
- Dedicated Retune Speed and Humanize knobs
- Studio-quality reverb, delay, chorus, compression, and flavor FX
- Intelligent Harmonizer Mode based on key/scale or external instrument input
- Class-compliant USB audio interface (24-bit / 48 kHz) for direct vocal recording
- USB-MIDI support for automated preset changes
- Bright color display with intuitive navigation
- Two footswitches for hands-free preset control
- 99 factory presets included, with storage for up to 250 presets
- A/B Mode for toggling individual FX within a preset
- Talk Mode disables all FX for speaking to the audience
- Premium XLR mic preamp with switchable +48V phantom power
- XLR line output with ground lift switch to prevent ground loop noise
Technical Specifications
- XLR Input (Balanced)
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (+0.2 dB)
- Dynamic Range: 111 dB (A-weighted)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 110 dB (1 kHz, +4 dBu, A-weighted)
- THD+N: 0.003% (1 kHz, +4 dBu, -1 dBFS)
- Preamp Equivalent Input Noise (EIN):
– -133 dBu (max gain, 40 Ω source, A-weighted)
– -127 dBu (max gain, 150 Ω source, unweighted) - Max Input Level: +10 dBu
- Sensitivity: -46 dBu
- Gain Range: 59 dB
- Phantom Power: +48V (switchable)
