New EQD Easy Listening Stereo: Ultimate Analog Amp Sim
EarthQuaker Devices' Easy Listening Stereo is a 100% analog amp simulator with dual XLR outputs, headphone amp, and 3-band EQ—perfect for ampless rigs.
EarthQuaker Devices (EQD), the Akron, Ohio-based boutique pedal gurus, have just announced their latest innovation for ampless rigs: the Easy Listening Stereo amp simulator. Building on the beloved simplicity of the original '60s black-panel-inspired Easy Listening, this new iteration delivers an immersive, 100% analog stereo experience designed for the stage, studio, and silent practice.
Built for Modern Stereo Pedalboards
Modern guitarists demand spacious ambient sounds, and the Easy Listening Stereo is built to accommodate them. With dual 1/4-inch inputs and balanced XLR outputs, this pedal is perfectly tailored for stereo pedalboards and wet/dry configurations.
What truly sets it apart is its ability to take a standard mono signal and widen it into a lush stereo image through the headphone or XLR outputs, instantly making your existing rig sound massive.
"100% analog with no menu diving or IR loading, the Easy Listening Stereo delivers a pure tube-like response wherever your music needs it."
The Ultimate Practice and Recording Hub
For players looking to track directly into a mixer or audio interface, the pedal provides a pure, zero-latency tube-like response without the harsh artifacts of digital processing.
- Direct Recording: The stereo XLR outputs feature a handy Ground Lift switch to eliminate pesky studio or stage hum, ensuring a pristine, mix-ready tone.
- Silent Practice: A dedicated low-noise Class AB headphone amplifier makes late-night playing a breeze without disturbing the neighbors.
- Auxiliary Input: A dedicated 1/4-inch TRS aux input (with an independent level control) lets you blend backing or click tracks into your mix. The aux signal bypasses the preamp and cab sim entirely, ensuring your playback remains uncolored.
Sculpt Your Tone with Analog Precision
Unlike complex digital modelers, this pedal keeps operation delightfully straightforward. An active 3-band EQ gives you deep tone-sculpting capabilities—perfect for adding low-end heft to single-coil pickups or pushing the midrange on a finicky fuzz pedal.
Quick Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Circuit Type | 100% Analog Amp & Cab Simulator |
| Inputs | 2 x 1/4" Stereo, 1 x 1/4" TRS Aux (1 MΩ Impedance) |
| Outputs | 2 x Balanced XLR, 1 x 1/4" Stereo Headphone |
| EQ | Active 3-Band (Bass, Middle, Treble) |
| Power Requirement | 9V DC Center Negative (200 mA draw) |
Hand-built by real human hands using premium components, the EarthQuaker Devices Easy Listening Stereo is poised to become the beating heart of your ampless setup.
We are huge fans of Jamie Stillman's work, and this latest release kind of proves he listens to customer feedback and the guitar community as a whole when they suggest ideas for his products.
Are you planning to use an amp simulator like this primarily for direct studio recording, live ampless gigs, or silent practice at home?
- +100% analog with zero latency
- +Stereo XLR outputs with Ground Lift switch
- +Low-noise Class AB headphone amplifier
- +Auxiliary input for backing/click tracks
- +Active 3-band EQ for tone sculpting
- +Hand-built with premium components
- +No digital processing or menu diving
What makes the Easy Listening Stereo different from digital amp modeling?
It's 100% analog with no menu diving, IR loading, or digital processing. It delivers a pure tube-like response with zero latency, making it ideal for direct recording, live sound, and silent practice without the artifacts of digital modeling.
Can I use the Easy Listening Stereo for silent late-night practice?
Yes. It includes a dedicated low-noise Class AB headphone amplifier designed for silent practice. You can play through headphones without disturbing neighbors while maintaining full tone control via the 3-band EQ.
Does it work with backing tracks or click tracks?
Yes. A 1/4-inch TRS auxiliary input with independent level control lets you blend backing or click tracks into your mix. The aux signal bypasses the preamp and cab sim, keeping playback uncolored.
What are the output options?
Two balanced XLR outputs and one 1/4-inch stereo headphone output. The XLR outputs feature a Ground Lift switch to eliminate studio or stage hum for pristine recording.
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