EarthQuaker Devices Hizumitas
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EarthQuaker Devices
Hizumitas
Product Info
Article Number:
531119
Brand:
EarthQuaker Devices
Model:
Hizumitas
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$218.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Hizumitas is a serious fuzz pedal, straight up. It nails the vibe of a rare, vintage Elk Sustainar, offering incredible sustain and a thick, saturated tone. If you're into doom, stoner rock, or just want a wall of fuzz, this is a fantastic choice, though be prepared to tame the output with your amp.
Product Description
- EarthQuaker Devices Hizumitas
- Effect Pedal
- Fuzz / Sustainer
- Designed for Wata by the legendary Japanese band Boris
- A detailed replica of Wata's favourite fuzz: the Elk BM Sustainar
- offers a rich distortion with smooth sustain and unique grit
- excellent response to different pickup types and dynamics in play
- Unique tone and sustain controls which directly influence the character of the distortion
- Offers plenty of output volume (Unity is at 9-10 o'clock
- everything above that is 'set to destruction')
- Completely analogue signal path
- True bypass
- noiseless relay-based circuit
- Controls for volume
- sustain
- tone
- Bypass footswitch
- Status LED
- Input: 6.3 mm jack
- Output: 6.3 mm jack
- Mains adapter connection: Hollow female plug 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- negative pole inside
- Power supply via 9 V DC mains adapter
- not included in the delivery
- Power consumption: 10 mA
- Metal housing
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 120.65 x 63.50 x 57.15 mm
- Weight: approx. 425 g
- Made in USA
*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.
*Note* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.
PROS
- • Exceptional sustain and harmonic richness reminiscent of vintage Elk pedals.
- • Noiseless relay circuit provides clean operation even at high gain.
- • Dynamic response excels with humbuckers and single-coil pickups alike.
- • Unique Tone control offers nuanced shaping beyond simple treble/bass adjustments.
CONS
- • High output demands a powerful amplifier or attenuator to manage.
- • Limited tonal versatility; primarily a dedicated fuzz/sustain effect.
- • Relay-based design can introduce a slight click on bypass (though minimized).
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
Fuzz / Sustainer (Elk BM Sustainar replica)
Controls
Volume, Sustain, Tone
Bypass Type
True Bypass (noiseless relay-based)
Power Supply
9V DC, 5.5mm x 2.1mm center negative
Connections
6.3mm Mono Input, 6.3mm Mono Output, 5.5mm DC Power Input
Dimensions
115mm (W) x 117mm (D) x 51mm (H)
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Frequently Asked Questions
While EarthQuaker has meticulously recreated the circuit, subtle differences in components will yield a slightly different flavor. Expect a very close approximation, but not a perfect clone.
The relay bypass is significantly quieter than a mechanical switch, but a very sensitive recording setup might still pick up a faint click. It's minimal compared to older designs.
Surprisingly, no. The Tone control allows you to dial back the high-end, and the Sustain knob manages the overall saturation, making it usable and warm even with single coils.
