EarthQuaker Devices Sunn O))) Life Pedal V3
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EarthQuaker Devices
Sunn O))) Life Pedal V3
Product Info
Article Number:
554207
Brand:
EarthQuaker Devices
Model:
Sunn O))) Life Pedal V3
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$438.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This is a serious, focused distortion pedal built for crushing, massive tones. It's essentially a Sunn amplifier in a box, offering incredible low-end and a unique octave-up character. Ideal for doom, sludge, and experimental metal players looking to create walls of sound.
Product Description
- EarthQuaker Devices Sunn O))) Life Pedal V3
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Distortion / Boost with adjustable Octave-Up effect
- Developed in collaboration with Sunn O))) to recreate the front-end sound of 'Life Metal' and drive tube amps into saturation
- 3 Selectable clipping modes (balanced silicon / unbalanced silicon and LED / No Diode OpAmp Drive)
- Silent relay-based soft-touch footswitch operates as changeover and touch switch
- Uses Flexi-Switch technology developed by EQD
- True Bypass
- Controls for Magnitude
- Octave
- Clip
- Distortion
- Filter
- Amplitude
- 3-Way switch for the three clipping modes
- Magnitude footswitch (Boost on/off)
- Octave footswitch (Octave on/off)
- Amplitude footswitch (Distortion on/off)
- Status LEDs
- Metal housing
- Input and output: 6.3 mm mono jack
- 6.3 mm Expression pedal input to control the octave-up effect
- Power consumption: 15 mA
- Power supply via 9 V DC mains adapter 2.1 x 5.5 mm barrel connector
- centre negative (suitable power supply: Art. #409939# not included)
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 120 x 146 x 38 mm
- Weight: 542 g
*Note:* No battery operation possible
PROS
- • Exceptional low-end response emulates Sunn amplifier saturation.
- • Flexi-Switching offers surprising tonal breadth and experimentation.
- • Robust metal enclosure feels exceptionally solid and roadworthy.
- • Amplitude footswitch provides a useful clean boost function.
CONS
- • High price point puts it out of reach for many players.
- • Can be overwhelming for players seeking subtle overdrive tones.
- • Large footprint may require a substantial pedalboard.
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
High-gain distortion, octave-up fuzz, and boost
Controls
Magnitude, Octave, Clip, Distortion, Filter, Amplitude, three clipping mode switch, footswitches for Magnitude, Octave, and Amplitude
Bypass Type
True Bypass with silent relay-based switching
Power Supply
9V DC, 2.1mm center negative (isolated power supply recommended)
Connections
6.3mm mono jack (Input, Output, DC Power)
Dimensions
173mm x 137mm x 69mm (6.81in x 5.4in x 2.72in)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's not just a tone stack adjustment; each setting (Balanced Silicon, Unbalanced Silicon, LED/OpAmp) significantly alters the clipping character and harmonic content, offering a wide range of fuzz textures.
Yes, even at lower 'Distortion' and 'Magnitude' levels, the octave-up effect adds a subtle, resonant richness. It becomes more pronounced as you crank the controls.
The substantial metal housing and weight provide excellent stability. However, you’ll want to secure it well with rubber feet or a pedalboard clamp for serious gigging.
