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Description

Introducing the EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2, a modulated delay device that serves as your personal intergalactic transporter. This isn't your ordinary delay pedal - it's a cosmic journey through time and space. Originating from the creative minds at EarthQuaker Devices, this delay effect pedal is designed to invoke the dreamy echoes reminiscent of vintage oil can and tape units.

The Space Spiral V2 is built around a "dawn of digital" echo processor and offers delay times ranging from a quick 30 ms up to a vast 600 ms. With this spectrum of adjustable delay time, you can craft everything from a classic slapback to rhythmic cosmic waves. Crank up the repeats, and let the infinite oscillation of the Space Spiral transport you to uncharted territories.

What sets the Space Spiral V2 apart is its powerful on-board modulation engine. With the Depth and Shape controls, you can stretch your signal into wild new dimensions or morph the waveform from triangle to square. Adjust the Rate control to match your pace, whether you’re after classic Leslie tones, wild pitch bends, or unique rhythmic modulated delay effects.

Key Features:

  • Modulated Delay Device
  • 30ms - 600ms analog voiced digital delay
  • Dark, dreamy, murky delay sounds reminiscent of vintage oil can and tape units
  • Variable waveshape LFO adjustable from triangle through square wave modulates delay repeats
  • Repeats control takes off into self-oscillation around 3 o'clock
  • All-analog dry signal path
  • All-digital wet signal path
  • New flexi-switch switching allows for momentary or traditional latching operation
  • True bypass
  • Silent relay-based switching
  • Current draw: 50 mA
  • Hand-built by the team at EarthQuaker Devices in Akron, Ohio.

Product specs

Brand EarthQuaker Devices
Model Space Spiral Modulated Delay Device V2
Finish Various
Year 2019 - 2021
Made In United States
Categories Delay Pedals
Pedal Format Standard

FAQs

What type of delay is the EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2?

The EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2 is a modulated delay pedal that offers a wide range of delay times from 30ms to 600ms, with modulation capabilities for creating lush, warbly textures.

Can the Space Spiral V2 be used with both guitar and bass?

Yes, the Space Spiral V2 is versatile and can be used with both guitar and bass, providing rich and modulated delay effects suitable for various musical styles.

What power supply does the EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2 require?

The Space Spiral V2 requires a standard 9V DC power supply with a center-negative plug, drawing approximately 68mA of current.

How does the modulation feature work on the Space Spiral V2?

The Space Spiral V2 includes a modulation section with depth and rate controls, allowing users to adjust the intensity and speed of the modulation for creating unique, swirling delay sounds.

Is the EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2 true bypass?

Yes, the Space Spiral V2 is true bypass, ensuring that your signal remains unaltered when the pedal is not engaged.

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Earthquaker Devices - Space Spiral

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Earthquaker Devices Space Spiral Delay

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EarthQuaker Devices - Space Spiral Modulated Delay Demo

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EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral Modulated Delay Demo

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EarthQuakerDevices

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EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral Modulated Delay | NAMM 2017

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Reverb

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Earthquaker Devices Space Spiral with Mike Hermans

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ProGuitarShopDemos

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Earthquaker Devices Space Spiral - Quick test

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Ola Englund

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Earthquaker Devices Space Spiral Modulated Delay | CME Gear Demo | Joel Bauman

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Chicago Music Exchange

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Review Demo - EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral

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Premier Guitar

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Pedals4Synths - EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral delay W/Studio Electronics & Roland SE-02

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Audiorial

Reviews

PROS

  • Unique, versatile delay sounds from rockabilly to whacked-out tape delay effects

  • Flexi switch eliminates loud activation pop present in V1

  • Exceptional sound quality, outperforms competitors like the Walrus Arp 87

  • Enables dark, dreamy, chorus-like, and lo-fi record-skipping sounds

  • Wide range of sound possibilities with extensive control knobs

  • Colors tone in a positive way, suitable for various rock styles

  • Based on a lo-fi chip, offers a unique twist on digital delay

  • Adjustable modulation for endless creative possibilities

  • Reliable and high-quality build from EarthQuaker Devices

  • Ideal for sound chasers seeking continuous oscillation without volume spikes

CONS

  • Effect cuts with no trails when deactivated

  • Requires patience to dial in due to six knobs

  • Not suitable for those seeking clean, crisp delay sounds

  • Can produce out-of-tune effects at extreme settings

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2.

Use cases and applications

  • Owners find the Space Spiral V2 ideal for black metal, offering a lo-fi treble bite that complements high-gain settings and tremolo picking.

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  • Producing tapey, oil can-like delays is achievable by setting the depth around 9, with low shape and modulation speed.

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  • Pedal excels in a Superego FX loop, enhancing modulation and feedback for unique soundscapes.

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Features and functionality

  • The pedal incorporates a "cheap karaoke chip" known as the PT2399, contributing to its unique delay sound.

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  • Turning down the depth knob transforms the Space Spiral into a standard analog-voiced delay, offering versatility in sound shaping.

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  • Syncing the modulation speed with delay time can produce unique soundscapes, adding creative potential for users.

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User experience

  • Despite being discontinued, some users consider the Space Spiral V2 irreplaceable and a permanent fixture in their setups.

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  • The pedal excels at creating slapback effects and short echoes, with audible repeats that don't interfere with playing.

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  • A common issue is the lack of a "trails" option, causing abrupt cutoff when the pedal is turned off, which can disrupt the natural sound flow.

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  • Subtle feedback emerges around the 2 position on the repeats knob, adding depth to delay effects.

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Comparisons

  • Pairing the Space Spiral V2 delay with the EQD Sea Machine V3 chorus can potentially create an overwhelming modulation effect due to their overlapping functions.

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  • EQD pedals, including the Space Spiral and Afterneath, share a tendency to clip, especially with high-output pickups, unlike some other brands.

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Build quality

  • Humbucker pickups reportedly cause clipping with the Space Spiral, potentially affecting its performance in certain setups.

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charming and powerful modulated delay

There are a lot of delay pedals that share the PT2399 chip - the iconic "Karaoke Machine" chip at the heart of all your favourite lo-fi delay circuits. I certainly haven't tried them all, but the Space Spiral's modulation has gorgeous character at every setting on the shape knob. It's the perfect delay for any sound chaser looking for continuous oscillation - countless delays offer infinite repeat feedback, but oil can machines capable of perpetually emitting that sound without letting the volume get out of hand are few and far between to say the least. Not to mention the way the modulation's depth and shape controls let you paint those oscillations exactly as you see fit. A beautiful textural addition to any ambient guitar or synth setup which offers excellent delay tones at practically every configuration - and with the reliable and revered build quality of an Earthquaker device.

Preferred Settings + Usage:

Shape at 9, rate around 10, and repeats just past 3 o'clock - everything else at noon. that's where I find the perfect balance between the grating, lofi oscillations that sit patiently in the background and the pedal's hypnotic modulations.

moogbadger

Strange and dreamy - or annoying and wobbly, depending on personal preference

EQD are becoming very well-known for handcrafting boutique pedals which offer familiar effects with a unique twist that takes them a bit beyond what you'd expect from a typical BOSS pedal.

This one's a digital delay that sounds anything BUT 'digital'! If you want super-pristine delay, look elsewhere. It's based on a lo-fi karaoke chip and is capable of up to 600 ms of delay. Its ace card is a rate and depth-adjustable modulation with triangle and square waves available. A wide range of delay effects are possible, from rotary speaker type sounds, to seasick chorus, to slapback, to full-on dub delay with self-oscillating feedback for shoegazers, to Floyd Echorec tones. With Mod depth set to full and speed set slow, you will be totally out of tune! But maybe that's what you want. For me, I love the feedback control, which can produced some very trippy - and yes, spiralling - effects. Think Slowdive's 'Souvlaki Space Station' and you'll get the idea. If you want stupidly long delays or total clarity, look elsewhere - this is a uniquely-voiced delay that you'll either love or hate.

mfnlgz

Dark and dreary delay

This unassuming little box can take you places! They may not be places you'd ever imagine you would go, but it's slwys easy to find a nice ans safe happy zone if you get too weird

al_volta

Dreamy

My main tone comes from this dreamy machine

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See how Sarah Lipstate uses EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2

Sarah Lipstate

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Sarah Lipstate uses the EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2 delay pedal, as shown in her Instagram post announcing its demo at NAMM 2017.

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Gina Gleason

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Baroness

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In the video titled "Baroness Rig Rundown with John Baizley, Gina Gleason & Nick Jost Guitar & Bass Gear Tour [2024]" by Premier Guitar, at the timestamp 33:45, Gina Gleason's pedalboard is shown to include the EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2.

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Jeff Rosenstock

Singer, Guitarist

Bomb the Music Industry!

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Jeff Rosenstock posts his touring pedalboard on Instagram, including the Space Spiral

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Bob Balch

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Fu Manchu

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The EarthQuaker Devices website features Bob Balch using the Space Spiral V2 delay pedal.

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John Reis

Singer, Guitarist

Drive Like Jehu

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Although not a regular pedal user, Swami can be seen using various EQD pedals during "EarthQuaker Sessions Ep. 14 - Hot Snakes "Death Doula" | EarthQuaker Devices". At around 0:08 you can get a clear view of pedals he chose, and later at around 1:45 you can see them being used.

See how Arun Bali uses EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2

Arun Bali

Guitarist

Saves the Day

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Listed on Arun's official EQD artist page.

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Warren Defever

Guitarist, Keyboardist

His Name Is Alive

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Warren Defever is seen using the EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2 delay pedal in his Instagram post titled "loops of summer."

See how Larry Kaye uses EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2

Larry Kaye

Guitarist

Adebisi Shank

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Mentioned at 1:29 in this video. He uses this pedal in All Tvvins.

See how Jesse Tobias uses EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2

Jesse Tobias

Guitarist, Composer

Red Hot Chili Peppers

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Listed under "Currently Using" on Jesse's official EQD artist page.

See how Tonie Joy uses EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2

Tonie Joy

Guitarist

Moss Icon

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This can be seen with all of Tonie's pedals throughout this video by Earthquaker Devices.

See how Aaron Harris uses EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2

Aaron Harris

Drummer

Isis

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Listed under "Currently Using"

See how Will Taylor uses EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2

Will Taylor

Singer, Guitarist

Hovvdy

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EarthQuaker Devices Space Spiral V2 on Will Taylor’s pedalboard during the spring 2024 tour. Second pedal after the Boss tuner. Photo taken at EKKO in the city of Utrecht, the Netherlands on the 30th of may.

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