Members NITEFLY182 Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 Jaime's new Tone Reaper fuzz hit my mailbox today and it is unbelievably awesome. Tons of gain. A very versatile tone control and more volume than you could realistically need on tap. The fuzz is real thick and aggressive too. It has the punch and bite of a big muff but without the aggressive mid scoop or top end fizz. You can pretty much just riff endlessly on it and smile the whole time. Lead and rhythm tones are great and you can get some really nice treble booster fuzz tones if you have a darker amp. Workmanship is very obviously top notch. As with all Earthquaker stuff you have good components and flawless execution. The price is as good as you can expect for a handmade germanium fuzz too. In fact, I dont think you can get a better germanium fuzz anywhere for even two or three times as much as this pedal costs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TheBumRush Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 Any demos? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Shoeman Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 +1 klipz plz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members warioblast Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 Any demos? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members b_nehpets Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 yum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members H.R. Shove and Stuff Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 That's pretty cute. Although that type of bypass wiring makes me squirm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members thrashmetl Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 Why have not I heard of this pedal? New unexpected gas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members NITEFLY182 Posted May 14, 2009 Author Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 That's pretty cute. Although that type of bypass wiring makes me squirm. Its the same true bypass method found in thousands of boutique pedals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Dr.Picklebottom Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 the artwork on those pedals is incredible. the sound of the two ive owned was less than incredible. massive volume drop on the hummingbird and the crimson drive was . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members NITEFLY182 Posted May 14, 2009 Author Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 the artwork on those pedals is incredible. the sound of the two ive owned was less than incredible. massive volume drop on the hummingbird and the crimson drive was . I had a hummingbird and it did have a volume drop but I emailed Jaime and he recommended swapping out a resistor for a different value and that solved the problem perfectly. Haven't tried a crimson drive. The sounds from the Earthquaker pedals are a little off the beaten path from most other pedals. They might be a little fuzzier for the ODs or clearer for the fuzzes like the hoof but they have their own unique character that I like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Killing Nevada Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 very cool, i like EQD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members six acre lake Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 You shouldn't have to switch any of the parts to make up for a products issues like a volume drop. Shouldn't that be the builders job? If it's ok with you I'll stick with my Zoom Ultra Fuzz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members claytonjohn18 Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 I just got my White Light in yesterday and I'm loving it. It stacks well with my TS9 and does a number before my Disaster Fuzz. EQD is good stuff. I'll never hesitate to recommend Jamie and his products to anyone. Hijack: Do all EQD tone-type knobs go from bright on the left to dark on the right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members echodeluxe Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 That's pretty cute. Although that type of bypass wiring makes me squirm. whats wrong with the bypass? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members orange worker Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 how is it for some chugga-chugga palm muting? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members H.R. Shove and Stuff Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 whats wrong with the bypass? The first fuzz I built had a terrible oscillation bleedthrough when bypassed, so I grounded the input when off, and that fixed it. So I do the grounded input switching for all gain pedals.. never had the problem again. I just think it's better to be safe then sorry I don't have anything against earthquaker devices, I also don't care how they wire their bypass. I don't mean to bash their stuff. EDIT: also, where are the clips? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Sovtek50 Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 I wonder if Jamie will put this pedal into his regular line up. Limited runs are fun, but if it's really cool everyone will want it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members NITEFLY182 Posted May 14, 2009 Author Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 You shouldn't have to switch any of the parts to make up for a products issues like a volume drop. Shouldn't that be the builders job? If it's ok with you I'll stick with my Zoom Ultra Fuzz. Builders can't account for every possible use and some tweaks can help depending on your rig. It was the only time I had an issue with one of his pedals and it was a two minute fix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members six acre lake Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 Builders can't account for every possible use and some tweaks can help depending on your rig. It was the only time I had an issue with one of his pedals and it was a two minute fix. Sure a two minute fix for you, a pedal builder who no doubt has all the {censored} nessicary for the tweak just kickin around the spot. For me, an electronics retard not so much. Not bashin EQD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TritoneTerror Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 I really want to get on the waiting list, but without clips my rational side is telling me it's a bad idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members theinteriorleag Posted May 14, 2009 Members Share Posted May 14, 2009 this pedal is limited, uses some nos transistors, but it is not as limited as the amp hammer and the fuzz master general that he also put up on ebay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Sovtek50 Posted May 15, 2009 Members Share Posted May 15, 2009 I really want to get on the waiting list, but without clips my rational side is telling me it's a bad idea. I have to agree. I'm pretty sure I'd like to order it, but it would be silly not to listen to it first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members drunkenguitar Posted May 15, 2009 Members Share Posted May 15, 2009 Nice. HNPD. Mine is currently en route. Hopefully it'll be here very soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members trainbridge Posted May 15, 2009 Members Share Posted May 15, 2009 i got mine today too nitefly. Mine is a sonic blueish color.... very cool pedal so far. mines #006 what number did you get? you can copy my settings if you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Sir_Dr_Lawyer Posted May 15, 2009 Members Share Posted May 15, 2009 You shouldn't have to switch any of the parts to make up for a products issues like a volume drop. Shouldn't that be the builders job? If it's ok with you I'll stick with my Zoom Ultra Fuzz. I gave him the option to send it in, he said he could do it himself so I sent him a diagram of what to do. No big deal. The latest Hummingbird accounts for the volume drop or boost by adding a level control. I know your not bashing, just figured I'd chime in.... PS- Dave: Happy it's working out for you, I would love to see a clip from you as well [hint] I haven't had time yet to make clips of the limited run pedals... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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