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Description

Dive into a realm of ethereal soundscapes with the Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail, a reverb pedal that extends beyond the ordinary. Building on the legacy of the iconic Holy Grail, this pedal offers eight versatile reverb presets, ensuring that your sonic explorations are limitless. Choose from Spring, Hall, Room, and the unique Flerb settings, each with an option for long or short tails, allowing you to sculpt the perfect ambiance for any musical endeavor.

Whether you're a traditionalist seeking lush, natural reverberations or a sonic adventurer eager to experiment with new textures, the Holier Grail provides a canvas for your creativity. Its intuitive Gate feature adds an edge by truncating the reverb tail, producing a more controlled and intriguing decay that's both unnatural and musical. This makes it an ideal choice not just for guitarists but for any musician looking to add depth and dimension to their sound.

With its sturdy build and included power supply, the Holier Grail is ready to accompany you on stage or in the studio, offering reliability and ease of use. Embrace the divine tones of this pedal and transform your performances with heavenly echoes.

Key Features:

  • Eight reverb presets: Spring, Hall, Room, and Flerb
  • Long and short settings for each reverb style
  • Gate feature for controlled reverb tail
  • Suitable for a variety of instruments and sound sources
  • Power supply included

Product specs

Brand Electro-Harmonix
Model Holier Grail
Finish Metal
Year 1999 - 2010
Categories Reverb Pedals

FAQs

What types of reverb does the Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail offer?

The Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail provides multiple reverb types, including spring, hall, and flerb, allowing for a wide range of ambient effects suitable for various musical styles.

Does the Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail have a true bypass?

Yes, the Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail features a true bypass, ensuring that your guitar signal remains uncolored when the pedal is not engaged.

Can the Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail be used in a live performance setting?

Absolutely, the Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail is designed to be robust and reliable, making it an excellent choice for live performances with its versatile reverb options.

What power supply does the Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail require?

The Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail requires a 9V DC power supply, which is standard for many guitar pedals, ensuring compatibility with most pedalboard setups.

How does the flerb reverb on the Holier Grail differ from standard reverb effects?

The flerb reverb combines traditional reverb with a flanger effect, creating a unique, swirling sound that adds a distinct character to your guitar tone.

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EHX

Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail Reverb / Gate Pedal (Demo by Peter Stroud)

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Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail Reverb / Gate Pedal (Demo by Peter Stroud)

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EHX

Video thumbnail for Holier Grail - Demo by nazarey by Dmytro Nazarov

Holier Grail - Demo by nazarey

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Dmytro Nazarov

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EHX Holier Grail Reverb

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Emma Dangers

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Electro-Harmonix - Holier Grail - Demo by Peter Stroud - Reverb- Gate

JRR Shop

JRR Shop

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail.

Features and functionality

  • The Holy Grail Plus model offers room, hall, and spring modes with adjustable blend and decay time, improving customizability over the one-knob versions.

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  • The Flerb mode is frequently described as unique but not widely used, with some owners preferring other models for more practical settings.

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  • The spring sound on the Holiest Grail has its own control, offering a distinct experience but can become too artificial if set too high.

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  • The Holier Grail's gate feature is anticipated for experimentation, potentially enhancing versatility beyond typical reverb applications.

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Comparisons

  • The older big box version is noted for its superior sound quality but requires specific power supplies to avoid noise issues.

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  • The Strymon Flint has been used as a modern replacement, showing the Holy Grail's gradual displacement by newer models with more features.

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  • For subtle reverb, the Digitech Hardwire RV-7 is recommended over the Holiest Grail, while the TC Electronic Hall of Fame offers deeper, more complex settings.

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User experience

  • Owners of the original model have used it for years, highlighting its reliability and presence on professional touring boards.

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  • The Holiest Grail's extreme settings can sound artificial, but the lower 75% of the slider range provides satisfying, versatile reverb sounds.

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  • Big box models are praised for their ability to deliver from slap-back to expansive atmospheric sounds, making them a favorite for ambient music styles.

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Value and pricing

  • At $150, the Holiest Grail provides unparalleled control for its price, especially compared to the typical $250 cost when new.

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Use cases and applications

  • Owners enjoy using it for a subtle, always-on springy sound, noting it doesn't produce the classic "drip" but excels in atmospheric tones.

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Critic Reviews

Electro-Harmonix: Holier Grail digital reverb pedal | Tape Op Magazine | Longform candid interviews with music producers and audio engineers covering mixing, mastering, recording and music production.

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The Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail impresses with its realistic spring reverb, closely matching a Fender unit's classic sound. However, its expanded features, including "flerb" and gating options, may overwhelm a typical stompbox user, requiring constant adjustments. Quality control concerns arise with initial defective units, suggesting in-store testing before purchase. Ideal for studio use but potentially cumbersome for live settings, the Holier Grail is a mixed bag for adventurous experimenters.

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See how The Edge uses Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail

The Edge

Guitarist

U2

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Used for No Line on the Horizon and the U2 360° Tour, as is visible in the clip "Toilet Break" from U2's official website and this photo from a November 20, 2009 Twitter post. A screenshot of "Toilet Break" can be seen on U2: Stage and Studio.

See how Josh Klinghoffer uses Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail

Josh Klinghoffer

Singer, Guitarist

Red Hot Chili Peppers

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You can see this Pedal next to his right leg. Alternative Picture

It appears that he was using this Pedal for a Session with Warpaint when in 2009 he shortly was the drummer in the Band. Their early concept was to switch Instruments to get a bigger range of variety - that's why you see him playing guitar while Theresa (Guitarist of Warpaint) played the drums.

Photo of the Session - Video of the Session

See how Justin Vernon uses Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail

Justin Vernon

Singer, Guitarist

Bon Iver

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This photo, taken from the Instagram of Todd Lunneborg, come with the caption "Top side of @blobtower 's #pedalboard . @boniver #boniver this is only for his electric signals. 2 amps and 1 DI line come from here," and reveals that Justin uses an Electro Harmonix Holier Grail.

See how Theresa Wayman uses Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail

Theresa Wayman

Singer, Guitarist

Warpaint

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According to this picture from this website she uses a vintage version of the EHX Holier Grail reverb.

See how Nick Zinner uses Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail

Nick Zinner

Guitarist

Yeah Yeah Yeahs

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Verified via Electro-Harmonix

"Nick Zinner (Yeah Yeah Yeahs) visits the EHX mothership to demo the POG and Holiest Grail."

See how Oren Ambarchi uses Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail

Oren Ambarchi

Guitarist

Sunn O)))

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See how Lee Gaze uses Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail

Lee Gaze

Guitarist

Lostprophets

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You can see it on the attached picture.

See how Robert Brinkerhoff uses Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail

Robert Brinkerhoff

Singer, Guitarist

Kiev

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Plainly visible on Brinkerhoff's pedalboard in this live performance of Kiev's "Loot Recovered" at 2:52.

See how Mauro Pawlowski uses Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail

Mauro Pawlowski

Guitarist

Deus

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You can spot the pedal in this pedalboard shot

See how Mikas Merrild uses Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail

Mikas Merrild

Guitarist

Son of Prey

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EHX Holier Grail is used for low-medium springy reverb settings.

See how Fred Abbott uses Electro-Harmonix Holier Grail

Fred Abbott

Guitarist, Keyboardist

Noah and the Whale

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Fred plays with an Electro harmonix Holier Grail pedal in this picture. It's also listed in this article when the bands gear was stolen.

http://www.theguardian.com/music/2009/oct/01/noah-and-the-whale

Album Usage

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