EarthQuaker Devices Devices Plumes Signal Shredder
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EarthQuaker Devices
Devices Plumes Signal Shredder
Product Info
Article Number:
469712
Brand:
EarthQuaker Devices
Model:
Devices Plumes Signal Shredder
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$143.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Plumes is a really smart take on a classic overdrive circuit. It's got a surprising amount of clean headroom, making it great for stacking or for players who want a transparent boost with a touch of grit. This is a fantastic option for guitarists and bassists seeking a versatile, low-to-medium gain drive with a refined tone.
Product Description
- EarthQuaker Devices Devices Plumes Signal Shredder
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Low to Medium Gain Overdrive
- Innovative development of the legendary green overdrive pedal with more headroom
- less background noise and significantly better signal integrity
- Improved working range of the tone controller
- Harmonises with electric guitars
- basses and synthesizers
- Noiseless relay-based soft-touch circuit
- Works as a latching and momentary switch
- True bypass
- Level
- tone and gain controls
- 3-Way toggle switch for the three clipping modes (Symmetrical LED / asymmetrical silicon / No Diode OpAmp Drive)
- Bypass footswitch
- Status LED
- Metal housing
- 6.3 mm Mono jack input / output
- Power supply via optional 9 V DC power supply (not included in delivery) 2.1 x 5.5 mm coaxial connector
- polarity (-) inside
- Current consumption: 25 mA
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 117 x 64 x 57 mm
- Weight: 396 g
*Note:* Battery operation not supported.
PROS
- • Exceptional headroom for a low-gain overdrive, maintaining clarity.
- • Versatile clipping modes cater to a wide range of tonal needs.
- • Solid metal enclosure inspires confidence in durability.
- • Relay-based switching eliminates annoying pops and clicks.
CONS
- • Gain range, while versatile, might be limiting for heavier distortion needs.
- • Size is relatively large for a single effect pedal.
- • Power supply not included, adding to the overall investment.
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
Low to medium gain overdrive with selectable clipping
Controls
Level, Tone, Gain, 3-Way Clipping Mode Switch
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
Optional 9V DC power supply (2.1 x 5.5 mm coaxial connector)
Connections
6.3 mm Mono jack input/output
Dimensions
2.1 x 5.5 x 1.75 in
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Frequently Asked Questions
It offers similar warmth but with significantly improved headroom and a more refined tone thanks to the advanced circuit design and relay switching.
Yes, it harmonizes well with synths, but the clipping modes offer control – you can dial back the gain to preserve the synth's original character.
It's a more interactive tone control, allowing for a broader range of tonal shaping beyond a simple treble cut or boost, thanks to its design.
