Solar Guitars Chug EQ Boost

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Solar Guitars Chug EQ Boost

Solar Guitars

Chug EQ Boost

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 612999
Model: Chug EQ Boost
Price: $196.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The Solar Chug EQ Boost is a surprisingly capable little box. It's a great option for players wanting to dial in a specific low-end thump or add some serious mid-range presence. This pedal shines for rock, metal, and heavier genres where targeted EQ boosts are essential.

Product Description

  • Solar Guitars Chug EQ Boost
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Booster
  • Simultaneously shapes and amplifies the guitar signal
  • Optimises the sound with a high-pass filter
  • shelving treble and fully parametric mid and bass EQ
  • Separate input and output controls with a colour-changing LED overload indicator
  • Controls: Input Level
  • High Pass
  • High Level
  • High Freq
  • Mid Level
  • Mid Bandwidth
  • Mid Freq
  • Putput Level
  • Low Level
  • Low Bandwidth
  • Low Freq
  • Footswitch: Effect bypass
  • LED: Effect on/clipping
  • Input and output: 6.3 mm
  • Power supply via 9 V DC mains adapter (2.1 x 5.5 mm barrel connector
  • centre negative) - suitable mains adapter available under Art. #409939# (not included)
  • Dimensions (W x D): 70 x 120 mm
  • Weight: 454 g

*Note:* Battery operation is not possible.

PROS
  • • Parametric EQ offers impressive tonal shaping versatility.
  • • High-pass filter cleans up muddiness in lower registers.
  • • Solid build quality for a pedal in this price bracket.
  • • LED overload indicator provides useful visual feedback.
CONS
  • • Lack of battery operation limits portability significantly.
  • • Fixed power connector can be inconvenient for some users.
  • • EQ range, while broad, might feel slightly overwhelming for beginners.

Product Video

Key Features

Effect Type EQ Boost / Parametric EQ
Controls Input Level, High Pass, High Level, High Freq, Mid Level, Mid Bandwidth, Mid Freq, Output Level, Low Level, Low Bandwidth, Low Freq
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC Mains Adapter (2.1 x 5.5mm barrel connector, centre negative)
Connections 6.3mm Mono Input, 6.3mm Mono Output
Dimensions 70 x 120 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

The high-pass filter is quite effective at removing low-frequency noise and muddiness, especially useful with high-gain amps or bass-heavy tones.
Yes, the bandwidth control allows for very targeted adjustments – narrow for focused scoops, wide for broad mid-range boosts. It offers surprising control.
Absolutely. Without a dedicated power supply, the pedal won't function, so factoring that into your setup is essential for consistent performance.

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