Zoar
A medium-to-high-gain discrete transistor distortion with touch-sensitive, amp-like dynamics.
About this pedal
Zoar is a discrete, transistor-based distortion (no op-amps or diodes) built for touch-sensitive, amp-like response, tunable from the edge of breakup to heavy, grinding saturation. Six controls, Level, Weight, Gain, Bass, Middle, and Treble, give it a wide tonal range from tight overdrive to low-gain fuzz-like grind, especially with drop-tuned guitars and basses.
Specs
| Dimensions | 4.75 x 2.50 x 2.25 in. (121 x 64 x 57 mm) with knobs |
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| Current Draw | 10 mA |
| Input Impedance | 1 MΩ |
| Output Impedance | <10 kΩ |
| Power Supply | Standard 9-18 volt DC power supply with a standard 2.1mm negative center barrel |
Quick answers
- How much does the Zoar cost?
- EarthQuaker Devices lists it at $179 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Zoar still available?
- Yes. EarthQuaker Devices lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Zoar?
- 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 distortion 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.