The Alesis MidiVerb II is an Alesis effects unit. Close alternatives include the Visual Sound H2O and the GigRig G3. It pairs well with the Synergy SL2 Module and the Ceriatone 2202H.
Alesis MidiVerb II
Alesis · effects unit
Introducing the Alesis Midiverb II, a cost-effective, rack-mountable powerhouse in the realm of reverb and multi-effects processing. This unit stands out with its swift recall function through user input or MIDI command, making it an indispensable tool for modern musicians. Its 16-bit processor and 16 kHz bandwidth ensure your sound stays crystal clear and true to your artistic vision.
What stands out
“[Pros] ✓ Unique, characterful sounds perfect for 80s/90s nostalgia ✓ Large variety of presets including lush reverbs and choruses ✓ Uniquely integrated chip enhances efficiency and performance ✓ Some presets capable of standing as their own…”
— from the reviews
“I happen to have turned up the midi cabled remote control for this when I helped that guy clean out his home studio, it does”
— from the community notes
“With seamless MIDI integration and a robust build, it's a reliable companion for both studio and live situations”
— from the reviews
“• Lush 80s reverb at a reasonable price — The Alesis Midiverb II is a classic piece of equipment that has gone from being in the bedroom studio's of musicians to being well known and coveted for its lush reverbs and chorus patches”
— from the community notes
“The Midiverb II gives you 100 presets of very 80s sounding effects from reverbs, to delays, to choruses”
— from the community notes
- reverb
- midi
- lush
- chorus
- studio
- clarity
- poor tone
- characterful sounds
Genres the Alesis MidiVerb II is commonly used in
- Ambient
cited
Inferred from shared tonal signals, not a stated genre tag. - Acoustic
cited
Inferred from shared tonal signals, not a stated genre tag. - Post Rock
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Inferred from shared tonal signals, not a stated genre tag. - Shoegaze
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Inferred from shared tonal signals, not a stated genre tag.
Amps that pair well with the Alesis MidiVerb II
Synergy SL2 Module
Synergy
tonal matchSynergy SL2 Module's own high gain character is the real reason this is worth trying
Ceriatone 2202H
Ceriatone
tonal matchCeriatone 2202H's own high gain character is the real reason this is worth trying
ENGL E610II Savage 120 MkII Head
Engl
tonal matchENGL E610II Savage 120 MkII Head's own high gain character is the real reason this is worth trying
Mesa/Boogie JP-2C John Petrucci Signature 60/100-Watt
Mesa Boogie
tonal matchMesa/Boogie JP-2C John Petrucci Signature 60/100-Watt leans toward high gain, and that's a real, usable character to pair with
Orange Rockerverb 50 MkIII NEO 50W 2x12 Combo
Orange
tonal matchWhat Orange Rockerverb 50 MkIII NEO 50W 2x12 Combo brings here leans toward high gain — that's worth building a pairing around
Ampeg V-4
Ampeg
tonal matchAmpeg V-4 leans toward mid-forward, and that's a real, usable character to pair with
ENGL Special Edition E670
Engl
tonal matchWhat ENGL Special Edition E670 brings here leans toward high gain — that's worth building a pairing around
Engl Savage 60 MK II
Engl
tonal matchWhat Engl Savage 60 MK II brings here leans toward high gain — that's worth building a pairing around
Pedals that stack with the Alesis MidiVerb II
Cornerstone CST-Ant
Cornerstone
tonal matchCornerstone CST-Ant's own high gain character is the real reason this is worth trying
Cornerstone Cio-Ant
Cornerstone
tonal matchCornerstone Cio-Ant's own high gain character is the real reason this is worth trying
Dr. Scientist Frazz Dazzler V2
Dr Scientist
tonal matchDr. Scientist Frazz Dazzler V2's own fuzzy character is the real reason this is worth trying
Fortin Amplification Fourteen Overdrive
Fortin Amplification
tonal matchFortin Amplification Fourteen Overdrive's own high gain character is the real reason this is worth trying
J. Rockett Animal
J Rockett
tonal matchWhat J. Rockett Animal brings here leans toward mid-forward — that's worth building a pairing around
Warm Audio Jet Phaser
Warm Audio
tonal matchWhat Warm Audio Jet Phaser brings here leans toward shimmer — that's worth building a pairing around
Rainger FX DFST-1 Stealth Fuzz
Rainger Fx
tonal matchRainger FX DFST-1 Stealth Fuzz leans toward fuzzy, and that's a real, usable character to pair with
Cry Baby Dunlop Cry Baby 535Q Multi-Wah
Cry Baby
tonal matchWhat Cry Baby Dunlop Cry Baby 535Q Multi-Wah brings here leans toward mid-forward — that's worth building a pairing around
Alternatives
Visual Sound H2O
Visual Sound
48% similarityShared character: chorus, delay
GigRig G3
GigRig
46% similarityShared character: clarity
TC Electronic D-Two
TC Electronic
42% similarityShared character: standout, users, high end
Scholz Research & Development Rockman X100 Headphone Amp
Scholz
41% similarityShared character: simple, studio
Neural DSP Archetype: Tim Henson
Neural Dsp
93% similaritysimilar tone character
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Questions people ask
What are good alternatives to the Alesis MidiVerb II?+
The closest matches in character are the Visual Sound H2O, the GigRig G3, the TC Electronic D-Two.
What pairs well with the Alesis MidiVerb II?+
Strong matches from rig and tone-complementarity evidence: Synergy SL2 Module, Ceriatone 2202H, ENGL E610II Savage 120 MkII Head — Synergy SL2 Module's own high gain character is the real reason this is worth trying.