Used Earthquaker Devices ZOAR Distortion Pedal

This EarthQuaker Devices Zoar Dynamic Audio Grinder is an all-analog, medium-to-high-gain distortion and fuzz pedal built entirely with discrete transistors (featuring no op-amps or diodes). It is designed to deliver touch-sensitive, amp-like responsiveness for both guitar and bass.

Description & Key Features

• Circuit Type: All-discrete transistor circuit that mimics classic amplifier breakup and vintage fuzz textures.
• Weight Control: A unique control that adjusts the amount of low-end frequencies allowed into the circuit, shifting the character from a tight overdrive to a massive fuzz.
• Passive 3-Band EQ: Features interactive Bass, Middle, and Treble controls (modified passive Fender-style tone stack). Turning all three down completely mutes the signal.
• Voltage Flexibility: Runs on 9V to 18V DC. Running at 18V increases headroom, sharpens dynamics, and provides a faster, punchier response.
• Switching: True bypass with EarthQuaker Devices' silent relay-based Flexi-Switch Technology (supports both latching and momentary switching).
• Compatibility: Works well with standard or drop-tuned guitars and basses, standalone or stacked with other drives.
• Pedal Type: Medium-high gain distortion / fuzz
• Circuitry: All-analog, discrete transistors (no op-amps or diodes)
• Controls: Level, Weight, Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble
• Power Requirements: 9V to 18V DC, center-negative, 2.1mm barrel plug (Do not exceed 18V)
• Current Draw: 10 mA
• Input Impedance: 1 MΩ
• Output Impedance: <10 kΩ
• Bypass: True bypass with silent relay switching
• Dimensions: 4.75 x 2.50 x 2.25 in. (121 x 64 x 57 mm)
• Weight: 286 g (10.1 oz)
• Origin: Hand-built in Akron, Ohio, USA