EarthQuaker Devices Sunn O))) Life Pedal V3

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EarthQuaker Devices Sunn O))) Life Pedal V3

EarthQuaker Devices

Sunn O))) Life Pedal V3

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 554207
Model: Sunn O))) Life Pedal V3
Price: $438.90

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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.

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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.

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