Guitarists craving ultimate tonal control, rejoice! Solar Guitars has just dropped the EQ BOOST, a powerhouse analog pedal designed to elevate your sound to new heights. This isn’t just another boost pedal; it’s a meticulously crafted tone-shaping tool inspired by the legendary parametric equalizers that defined the sound of metal’s greatest icons.
Unleashing the Power of Parametric Control
The Solar Guitars EQ BOOST is built for players who demand precision. Featuring a comprehensive 3-band EQ with a staggering +20dB gain boost, this pedal empowers you to sculpt your tone with surgical accuracy.
Forget generic tone knobs; the CHUG EQ BOOST boasts:
- High-Pass Filter & High-Frequency Shelving: Shape your highs with clarity and precision.
- Fully Parametric Midrange & Bass Controls: Dive deep into your tone with adjustable Level, Frequency, and Bandwidth, allowing you to pinpoint and enhance or cut specific frequencies with unparalleled control.
- Input & Output Level Controls: Fine-tune your signal for optimal gain staging and prevent unwanted clipping.
- Center Detent Knobs: Effortlessly return to unity settings, ensuring consistent tone across your rig.
- Input Gain with Clipping Indicator LED: Keep your signal clean with a color-changing LED that alerts you to potential clipping.
Beyond a Simple Boost
The EQ BOOST’s versatility extends far beyond simple level boosting. Its ability to shape frequencies makes it an indispensable tool in any guitarist’s arsenal. Whether you’re aiming for crushing high-gain tones or sparkling cleans, this pedal delivers.
Where to Place the EQ BOOST
The EQ BOOST excels in any position within your signal chain:
- In front of your amplifier: Drive your amp into glorious saturation.
- Inserted into your amplifier’s FX loop: Fine-tune your amp’s inherent tone.
- Any point on your pedalboard: Shape your overall signal.
- Before or after amp-in-a-box pedals and modelers: Add an extra layer of sonic control.
- Before your recording interface input: Achieve pristine recordings.
- Works wonders on bass too!
Built to Last
Encased in Solar Guitars’ signature “iron-clad” CHUG chassis, the EQ BOOST is designed to withstand the rigors of touring and studio use. Its modern circuit design ensures low noise, unmatched clarity, and reliable performance.
Availability
The Solar Guitars CHUG EQ BOOST is available now
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About Solar Guitars
Solar Guitars is dedicated to providing high-quality instruments and gear for the modern guitarist. With a focus on innovation and performance, Solar Guitars empowers players to push the boundaries of their creativity.
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