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Description

Elevate your sound with the Abominable Electronics Hail Satan fuzz effects pedal, a hand-crafted piece of musical wizardry straight from the innovation hub of Durham, North Carolina. This pedal is not just a tool—it's an invitation to explore the darker realms of your musical creativity. Featuring a design rooted in classic Muff circuitry, the Hail Satan combines the raw edge of fuzz with the bite of distortion to deliver a dual-layered sonic experience.

At its core, the Hail Satan is engineered to provide a powerful, versatile sound sculpting tool. It sports the standard trio of volume, sustain, and tone controls, augmented by an additional control for mids to let you dial in the perfect balance for any setting. The switchable silicon and red LED 5mm diode options add a layer of tonal flexibility that will ignite your sound with dynamic variation. True bypass ensures that your signal remains pristine when the pedal is not engaged, maintaining the integrity of your original tone.

Whether you're looking to unleash a wall of sound or add a bit of grit to your mix, the Hail Satan is your go-to companion. Its robust build and distinctive hand-etched design make it as much a visual statement as it is a sonic powerhouse.

Key Features:

  • Dual fuzz/distortion design based on Muff circuitry
  • Volume, sustain, tone, and mids controls
  • Switchable silicon diodes and red LED 5mm diodes
  • True bypass for signal integrity
  • Handmade with custom etching
  • Red LED light display

Product specs

Brand Abominable Electronics
Model Hail Satan Distortion/Fuzz
Finish Graphic
Year 2010s
Made In United States
Categories Distortion Pedals, Fuzz Pedals and Effects

FAQs

What type of sound can I expect from the Abominable Electronics Hail Satan pedal?

The Hail Satan pedal delivers a heavy, aggressive distortion/fuzz sound, ideal for genres like doom metal and stoner rock. It provides a thick, saturated tone with plenty of sustain and mid-range punch.

Is the Hail Satan pedal suitable for both guitar and bass?

Yes, the Hail Satan pedal is designed to work well with both guitar and bass, providing a versatile fuzz/distortion effect that retains clarity and punch across different instruments.

Does the Hail Satan pedal require a specific power supply?

The Hail Satan pedal typically requires a standard 9V DC power supply with a negative center pin, which is common for most guitar pedals.

How does the Hail Satan pedal differ from other fuzz pedals?

The Hail Satan pedal stands out with its unique graphic design and its ability to produce a particularly thick and aggressive fuzz tone, which is well-suited for heavy music styles.

Can the Hail Satan pedal be used in a live performance setting?

Yes, the Hail Satan pedal is robust and reliable, making it suitable for live performances. Its powerful fuzz/distortion effect can cut through a mix, ensuring your sound is prominent on stage.

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Abominable Hail Satan Pedal Demo

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Reviews

PROS

  • Offers a wide range of tones with unique modded muff design

  • High-quality build with sturdy metal enclosure

  • Includes additional controls like mids, highs, and clean blend

  • Switchable between original and Russian BMP modes

  • Top-mounted jacks and power for convenient pedalboard setup

  • Unique and bold aesthetic design with "Evil Art"

  • Highly praised for its distinct, powerful sound

CONS

  • Higher price point than some competitors

  • Overwhelming fuzz may not suit every player's taste

  • The intense theme may not appeal to all users

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Abominable Electronics Hail Satan.

Features and functionality

  • The clean blend feature is particularly effective on bass, offering a unique effect when combined with the amp's own dirt at low volumes.

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  • The pedal's buffer toggle is engaged when switched to the right, enhancing the clean blend effect as per the manufacturer's recommendation.

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  • The Hail Satan Deluxe provides a wider range of EQ adjustments compared to the Pharaoh, with the deluxe version featuring a clean blend that enhances versatility.

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  • The sustain knob offers limited range, toggling between no fuzz and full fuzz, while the tone and mids knobs provide extensive sound customization.

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Build quality

  • Owners praise the pedal's solid build, noting that each knob has a useful function, unlike other muff-style pedals where some controls may feel redundant.

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  • Knobs on the Hail Satan Mini are described as loose, which may result in accidental adjustments during live performances, though rubber stoppers can mitigate this issue.

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User experience

  • Users find the Tone knob essential for setting the overall light/dark character, while the Mids and Highs knobs are used for fine-tuning within that range.

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  • Some users find the high gain boost on the Hail Satan Deluxe less useful, despite being pleased with the overall tonal variety it offers.

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  • Owners report that the Hail Satan Deluxe replaced other pedals like the Pharaoh Supreme due to its broader range of usable sounds and less compressed voicing.

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  • The Hail Satan Mini is significantly smaller than expected, resembling a mini pedal rather than a standard enclosure like Walrus or EQD models.

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Use cases and applications

  • Engaging the boost circuit results in an "absolutely filthy fuzz," ideal for achieving aggressive, gnarly tones quickly.

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Comparisons

  • The Hail Satan offers a sharper attack and heavier tone on its own, compared to the softer edges of the Pharaoh Supreme, which excels in stacking with other pedals.

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  • Pharaoh is noted for better pedal stacking, particularly when used with an HM2, while some find its EQ knobs offer limited tonal variation.

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$220.00

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The Abominable "Hail Satan" muff GREEN RUSSIAN is a big muff clone built similar to the specs of the Green Russian Bubble Font big muff while keeping some of the signature mods from our normal version of the hail satan.

Abominable Electronics Hail Satan Deluxe

$180.00

newer similar sound high-end alternative

The Deluxe version of the Hail Satan pedals has all of the features of the original version with the addition of a Highs control, a Clean Blend, a toggle to switch between the original version and the Russian version, and a toggle to engage a buffer.

Abominable Electronics Hail Satan Mini
newer similar sound

Our second in the new line of mini pedals is the Hail Satan mini! This is the pedal that started it all and after having various forms throughout the last 6 years it’s now smaller than ever!

A thunderous fuzz based on the Creamy Dreamer version of the Muff with a Volume, Sustain, Tone, and Mids control.

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