EarthQuaker Devices Special Cranker

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EarthQuaker Devices Special Cranker

EarthQuaker Devices

Special Cranker

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 543571
Model: Special Cranker
Price: $141.90

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The Special Cranker is a seriously useful little boost/overdrive. It's got a really sweet, responsive feel and those two clipping options give you a surprising amount of tonal flexibility. This is perfect for players wanting to add some grit and warmth to their amp without completely changing its character – think blues, indie, and classic rock tones.

Product Description

  • EarthQuaker Devices Devices Special Cranker
  • Effect Pedal
  • Boost / Medium-Gain Overdrive
  • Gives the signal extra grit and a rich boost without changing the tone
  • Ppreserves the natural nuances and character of the amp
  • Exceptionally dynamic response to the guitar's volume control
  • Flexible tone control offers full control over the treble range for excellent sound shaping and perfect clarity
  • Mode toggle switch selects between two different clipping settings: Germanium / Silicon
  • Germanium mode offers a smoother
  • rounder response with more subtle highs and less output
  • Silicon mode offers a 'brighter'
  • more modern response with higher output
  • Completely analogue signal path
  • Controls for Level
  • Tone
  • More
  • Mode toggle switch for: Germanium / Silicon
  • Bypass footswitch - noiseless relay-based soft-touch circuit functions as latching and momentary switch (Flexi-Switch Technology)
  • Status LED
  • True Bypass
  • Metal housing
  • Input: 6.3 mm mono jack
  • Output: 6.3 mm mono jack
  • Power supply connection: Barrel connector 2.1 x 5.5 mm (negative polarity inside)
  • Power supply via 9 - 18 V DC mains adapter (not included in delivery)
  • Power consumption: 15 mA
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 121 x 64 x 57 mm
  • Weight: 425 g

*Note:* Battery operation not supported

*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Germanium/Silicon modes offer distinct tonal flavors, expanding versatility.
  • • Exceptional dynamic response makes volume swells and picking intensity sing.
  • • Relay-based bypass ensures true bypass signal integrity, no unwanted noise.
  • • Tone control provides precise treble shaping, avoiding harshness or muddiness.
CONS
  • • Limited gain range; not suited for extreme high-gain distortion needs.
  • • Smaller footprint might be a tight fit in some pedalboard setups.
  • • Silicon mode can get a bit fizzy with darker, higher-output pickups.

Product Video

Key Features

Distortion Type Medium-gain overdrive with boost capabilities, utilizing both Germanium and Silicon clipping.
Controls Level, Tone, 'More' (gain), Mode (Germanium/Silicon toggle).
Bypass Type True bypass with noiseless relay switching.
Power Supply 9V DC, center-negative (standard pedal power supply - not included).
Connections 1/4" Input, 1/4" Output, 1/4" DC Power Jack.
Dimensions 4.75" x 2.625" x 1.75"

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's more transparent than a Tubescreamer; it adds grit without drastically altering your amp's core sound, whereas a Tubescreamer tends to impart its own distinct mid-hump.
Absolutely, but be mindful of the Silicon mode – it can get a bit aggressive with very high-output humbuckers. The Germanium mode is a safer bet in that scenario.
It's primarily a gain control, but it interacts with the Tone knob, so adjusting it affects the overall character of the overdrive – it’s not just a simple volume boost.

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