Special Cranker SE

The EarthQuaker Devices Special Cranker is an analog distortion enhancement pedal that adds grit and boost to your signal while preserving the natural tone of your amplifier. This pedal simulates the effect of adding an extra preamp tube, providing rich harmonics and sustain for single notes, while power chords gain thickness and a crunchy edge. Designed to maintain clarity in complex chords, the Special Cranker avoids muddiness in the low-end and distortion in the midrange. It includes a Tone control for shaping treble frequencies, a Level control for adjusting output, and a diode selector switch to choose between asymmetrical Silicon and Germanium diodes, each offering distinct tonal characteristics. The pedal is responsive to playing dynamics, making it suitable for a variety of musical styles.