Chelsea
A low-end-focused fuzz driver, a collaboration with LCD Soundsystem, spanning light overdrive to full distortion.
About this pedal
Chelsea is a three-knob fuzz driver developed with LCD Soundsystem’s James Murphy, covering everything from light overdrive to full-on distortion with a low-end-heavy, slightly scooped voice. A Tone on/off switch removes the tone stage from the circuit entirely for a simpler, more direct attack, or leaves it in for wide-ranging frequency shaping from aggressive top end to rumbling low end.
Specs
| Dimensions | 4.75 x 2.50 x 2.25 in. (121 x 64 x 57 mm) with knobs |
|---|---|
| Current Draw | 10 mA |
| Input Impedance | 50 kΩ |
| Output Impedance | <10 kΩ |
| Power Supply | Standard 9 volt DC power supply with a 2.1mm negative center barrel. |
Quick answers
- How much does the Chelsea cost?
- EarthQuaker Devices lists it at $179 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Chelsea still available?
- Yes. EarthQuaker Devices lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Chelsea?
- EarthQuaker Devices, building gear since 2004. Where it's built: Built one at a time in Akron, Ohio, hand built and hand tested, using a mix of human and robotic assembly. It's listed here as a fuzz pedal.
- What warranty does EarthQuaker Devices offer?
- Limited lifetime warranty: EarthQuaker repairs or replaces any device it made for as long as the company is in business and parts are available. Wear-and-tear parts are covered for 2 years, then a $15 per-item fee applies. Enclosure wear, deliberate damage and outside modifications are not covered. Repairs carry a 2-year repair warranty. Customers pay shipping both ways, and a $15 bench fee applies if no fault is found. No returns. Repairs can take up to 45 days.