Akai Professional RIFF-O-MATIC U40 Variable Tempo Phrase Lo-Fi Sampler – Owned by Michael "WHIP" Wilton (Queensrÿche) -Certificate of Authenticity signed/autographed by WHIP

intage Variable Tempo/Constant Pitch Phrase Recorder & Looper – Rare with Provenance

This is a genuine Akai Professional U40 RIFF-O-MATIC, the cult-classic '90s phrase sampler/looper beloved by guitarists for slowing down riffs (especially solos) without pitch change, looping phrases, and adding creative effects like filters, semi/fine tuning, and note grabber stepping. Perfect for learning tricky parts, creating lo-fi loops, glitchy experimentation, or ambient sampling.

Special provenance: This unit was previously owned by Michael "WHIP" Wilton of Queensrÿche. His name is hand-written on the footswitch ("Michael Whip Wilton" / "Michael Wilton"), adding serious collector appeal and rock history to an already sought-after piece. Certificate of Authenticity signed/autographed by WHIP

What's included:

• Akai U40 main unit
• Original connected footswitch/controller
• Original Akai power adapter (DC 10.5V)

Condition: Good used cosmetic shape with some expected wear, tape residue, and marker from ownership labeling (see detailed photos). Buttons, jacks, and footswitch appear intact. Fully functional. No extra cables, picks, baseball cards, or bubble gum sticks included—only what's pictured.

Key features:

• Record ~13-26 seconds of audio (varies by mode)
• Variable tempo playback (down to 1/2 speed or slower) with constant pitch
• Set loop start/end functions
• Playback filters (low/mid/normal/off)
• Semi & fine tune (± range for precise adjustments)
• Note grabber for single-note playback stepping
• Continuous/normal record modes
• Inputs: Instrument in, line in (with level)
• Outputs: Headphone, line out (with level control)

This is a hard-to-find gem among guitar shredders, lo-fi producers, and vintage gear collectors—especially with documented Queensrÿche ownership.

Shipping from Palm Harbor, Florida Happy to provide more photos, close-ups, or answer questions—DM me!

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