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Description

The Electro-Harmonix Soul Preacher is your ticket to a more dynamic and expressive guitar performance. This versatile compressor pedal is designed to smooth out your guitar’s signal, enhancing sustain and clarity without compromising your tone. Whether you're playing clean or with overdrive, the Soul Preacher ensures each note is delivered with precision and warmth. It offers three selectable attack modes—fast, medium, and slow—allowing you to tailor the compressor’s response to your playing style. This pedal is a favorite among musicians who demand consistency in their sound, whether on stage or in the studio.

One of the standout features of the Soul Preacher is its ability to maintain the natural character of your instrument while providing a noticeable yet subtle compression. The intuitive design makes it easy to dial in the perfect amount of compression, making it an excellent choice for both beginners and seasoned players. It operates with a standard 9V power supply and features a rugged build, ensuring it can withstand the rigors of frequent gigging.

For guitarists looking to add professional-level compression to their setup without breaking the bank, the Electro-Harmonix Soul Preacher offers remarkable performance and value.

Key Features:

  • Three selectable attack modes: fast, medium, slow
  • Maintains the natural character of your instrument
  • Easy-to-use control layout
  • Compatible with a standard 9V power supply
  • Durable construction for long-lasting performance

Product specs

Brand Electro-Harmonix
Model Soul Preacher
Finish Silver
Year 1970s
Categories Compressor Pedals

FAQs

What type of compression can I expect from the Electro-Harmonix Soul Preacher?

The Electro-Harmonix Soul Preacher provides a smooth, musical compression that enhances sustain and clarity, making it suitable for a wide range of playing styles from subtle compression to more pronounced effects.

Is the Electro-Harmonix Soul Preacher suitable for both electric guitar and bass?

Yes, the Soul Preacher is versatile and can be used effectively with both electric guitars and basses, offering clear and consistent compression across different instruments.

How does the Electro-Harmonix Soul Preacher compare to modern compressor pedals?

The Soul Preacher, with its vintage 1970s design, offers a classic compression sound with a simple three-knob layout, which may differ from modern pedals that often include more advanced features and digital controls.

Does the Electro-Harmonix Soul Preacher require a specific power supply?

The Soul Preacher typically operates on a standard 9V power supply, but it's always best to check the specific model requirements to ensure compatibility.

Can the Electro-Harmonix Soul Preacher be used in a pedalboard setup?

Yes, the Soul Preacher is compact and easy to integrate into a pedalboard, providing reliable compression for various musical setups.

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electro harmonix soul preacher - vintage

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Vintage Electro-Harmonix Soul Preacher Compressor/Sustainer Guitar Effect Pedal

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Electro Harmonix Soul Preacher - trial

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Reviews

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xaqary

Not a light touch usually...

This is not by nature a gentle pedal, tho you can be conservative if you choose but it's got a scoarching treble boost & compression if you wanna get at it. I just broke it out again before the review & fuck my ears are ringing. Mainly cuz holy shit it was fun! I lost at least an hour just jamming out & tweaking the settings. Since describing "sounds" in text is a failure before it begins usually I'll just say it's a brutal compressor & a wicked treble booster. Like lots o treble boost. Killer fun, killer pedal.

jimmarchi1

you never see the original soul preacher!

xaqary

Right? I got this so long ago, long before they did their big design change. It was a tour find as well. Always was part of touring -trying to hit as many shops as I can along the way. Austin is AMAZING for that.

jimmarchi1

I still love that about roadtrips even though I probably won't ever tour again.... the crazy detours into music stores and pawn shops when you stop for food and sleep!

xaqary

You've mentioned visiting Portland and I say fuck that. Let's wait till we've got some cash reserves and meet up in Austin or something' & just clean house. Bet I could find a B-Bender for crazy cheap but the best part of those trips are the "what the fuck is that!?" thing.

jimmarchi1

love it, hate it

this is some kind of fet -based compressor... its a really good sounding compressor pedal but its VERY noisy. I think they reissued it but changed the circuit.

jimmarchi1

sold

Artist usage

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See how Dimebag Darrell uses Electro-Harmonix EH-1316/EH-4500/EH-4501 Soul Preacher

Dimebag Darrell

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Pantera

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Verified via guitarworld

Used on The Great Southern Treadkill, as stated in this June 1996 Guitar World interview.

You've got a huge pile of effects boxes in the studio. Aside from the ones you've already mentioned, what other units did you use?

I hooked up my MXR Flanger/Doubler every once in a while and I used an E-Bow for a real smooth, continual sustain on "10's." I also used one of those little Korg Pandora boxes for a weird, fluttering sound on a short passage in "10's" and a Lexicon Vortex for the shimmering, breathy tone on my theme-like lead in "The Underground in America."

I also used a Roland AP-2 Phase II pedal, a KorgAX30G, a Digitech Whammy pedal, of course!, a Boss CE1 Chorus and a bunch of old Electro-Harmonix shit -- a Small Stone Phaser, an Electric Mistress Flanger/Filter Matrix, a Little Big Muff and a Soul Preacher Compressor/Sustainer. I also used a Korg G1 on the demos and some of that made it on the record. If l can't beat a part of the demo we'II just extract that small section and use it. The G1 is a bad-sounding little unit, man.

There's some wah on the record, too.

Shit, I almost forgot about that! I used my Vox Wah on the earlier part of the recording and then Jimmy Dunlop sent me one of his rack-mount units [Crybaby DCR-1SR]. Man, that thing is incredible, you can literally get whatever you want out of it. I also really like the idea that you can run a bunch of Wah pedals all over the place on stage with it so you're not always tied to that one spot. The only uncool thing about it is that Rex [Brown, bassist] will be dicking me off every night 'cause he'll be jumping on my pedals all the time!

Album Usage

The Electro-Harmonix EH-1316/EH-4500/EH-4501 Soul Preacher has been featured on the following albums:

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