Vintage Profile+ Octaver OCT-5 from the 1980s, made in Japan. Profile+ is one of those lesser-known brands from the era, so there’s a bit of mystery around these pedals, but that’s part of the appeal. It comes from the same period that produced many of the classic Japanese effects, and it has that unmistakable vintage analog character that players love.
Sound-wise, it sits in the same general territory as the well-known Boss octave pedals from the 80s, but it definitely has its own personality. The tracking and tone feel a little different, slightly rawer and more organic, giving it a unique voice rather than a straight copy of the classics. One particularly quirky feature is the DIST control, as you bring it up it adds more grit and texture while the octave volume drops slightly, giving the pedal a more experimental feel compared to many traditional octave units. A cool vintage piece for players or collectors who enjoy discovering underrated Japanese pedals from the golden era.
Price: $85$120 USD. Shipping is included within Canada and the U.S. For other destinations, feel free to message me for a shipping quote.
Sound-wise, it sits in the same general territory as the well-known Boss octave pedals from the 80s, but it definitely has its own personality. The tracking and tone feel a little different, slightly rawer and more organic, giving it a unique voice rather than a straight copy of the classics. One particularly quirky feature is the DIST control, as you bring it up it adds more grit and texture while the octave volume drops slightly, giving the pedal a more experimental feel compared to many traditional octave units. A cool vintage piece for players or collectors who enjoy discovering underrated Japanese pedals from the golden era.
Price: $85
