Empress Effects ZOIA
Bass Pedals
$595€529Check ↗
Brand profile · United Kingdom, est. 2009
Empress Effects
Empress Effects has quickly established itself as a leading innovator in the boutique effects pedal market, renowned for their meticulous design, exceptional build quality, and unique sonic character. Originating from a desire to recreate vintage effects with modern flexibility, Empress has earned a reputation for pushing the boundaries of classic reverb, delay, and distortion. Their modular ZOIA system further solidifies their position as a forward-thinking force in the industry.
Echosystem delay/reverbReverb pedal seriesZOIA modular effects platformIntuitive user interfacesHigh-quality analog and digital hybrid circuits
2009founded
United Kingdomcountry
17products in stock
$134–$899price range
All 17 Empress Effects products
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Empress Effects ZOIA Euroburo
Effect Modules
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Empress Effects Compressor MKII Silver
Compressor Pedals
$336€299Check ↗
Empress Effects Compressor MKII Blue
Compressor Pedals
$321€285Check ↗
Empress Effects ParaEQ MKII Deluxe
Equalizer Pedals
$415€369Check ↗
Empress Effects ParaEQ MKII
Equalizer Pedals
$312€277Check ↗
Empress Effects Buffer
Miscellaneous Guitar Effects
$134€119Check ↗
Empress Effects Buffer+
Miscellaneous Guitar Effects
$198€176Check ↗
Empress Effects Bass Compressor Silver Spk
Compressor Pedals
$325€289Check ↗
Empress Effects Reverb
Reverb Pedals
$595€529Check ↗
Empress Effects Bass ParaEQ
Bass Pedals
$449€399Check ↗
Empress Effects Bass Compressor Blue Spk
Bass Pedals
$314€279Check ↗
Empress Effects Drive Overdrive
Distortion Pedals
$336€299Check ↗
Empress Effects Heavy Menace
Distortion Pedals
$309€275Check ↗
Empress Effects Heavy Menace
Distortion Pedals
$309€275Check ↗
Empress Effects Echosystem
Delay / Echo Pedals
$595€529Check ↗
Empress Effects ZOIA Euroburo Bundle
Effect Modules
$899€799Check ↗
Empress Effects, honestly
What Empress Effects does well
- Exceptional build quality and durability
- Unique and inspiring sonic palettes
- Deep, tweakable parameter controls
- Innovative and flexible routing options
- Beautiful industrial design
What to watch for
- Premium-priced, limiting accessibility
- Complex controls can have a learning curve
- Larger pedal footprint compared to some competitors
- Can be overwhelming for beginners
Questions about Empress Effects
Where are Empress Effects pedals manufactured?
Empress Effects pedals are designed and assembled in the United Kingdom, utilizing a combination of in-house manufacturing and trusted partnerships for component sourcing.
What is the ZOIA and what can it do?
The ZOIA is a powerful, modular effects platform capable of hosting multiple effects modules, allowing for incredibly complex and customizable signal chains. It essentially functions as a miniature, customizable effects rack in a pedal format.
Are Empress Effects pedals true bypass?
Most Empress Effects pedals utilize a true bypass switching system, ensuring a clean signal when the effect is disengaged, though some models incorporate buffered bypass for specific applications.