Emmergy FX Slowdriver

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The Emmergy FX Slowdriver is a fuzz distortion, hand built in the UK. The circuit is a four transistor high gain, low noise, drive pedal loosely based around a Katzenkonig. The name derives from it being one of the pedals Christian Savill and Neil Halstead (Slowdive) have used live for their 2023/2024 world tour and was first seen being used by Christian at Glastonbury 2023. There are two gain controls for input gain and true transistor gain which make this pedal go from a mild crunch through to searing, face melting walls of noise. The volume gets very loud so it can also be used as a boost for solos and the filter, which is based on a RAT filter, shapes and sculpts your tone into any shape you could desire. The center switch gives you three different clipping options.

The Slowdriver is built to withstand the demands of live performances. Its sturdy construction ensures reliability and longevity, so you can focus on your music without worry.

Controls Volume – Sets the final volume of the pedal sent to your amp. Pregain – Sets the amount of input gain fed into the circuit. Gain – Sets the amount of transistor gain. Filter – Lifted straight from the original RAT circuit, the filter allows for a wide variety of sounds to suit all players. Clipping Switch – Offers clipping from the original silicon diodes or the more open feel of a matched pair of blue LEDs.

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The Emmergy FX Slowdriver is described as a mix of a Rat and Tone Bender, providing a unique blend of distortion and fuzz tones.
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It's been compared favorably to the Wampler Triple Wreck for those on a budget, suggesting similar tonal capabilities at a lower price point.
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The Slowdriver combines elements of fuzz and distortion, appealing to those seeking a jangly, amp-blowing sound.
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Ideal for achieving a classic heavy tone, the Slowdriver is likened to the Catalinbread Katzenkönig for its tonal versatility.
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jim_lowrence

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8 months ago

Lovely Fuzz

Great sounding fuzz, germanium and silicon clipping, replaced my big muff with this

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Neil Halstead

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Slowdive

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These photos were taken by separate audience members during Slowdive's 2023 tour. The image source links are provided below. The bottom image was taken specifically at the July 26, 2023 performance in Auckland, New Zealand. Neil Halstead has an Emmergy FX Slowdriver positioned between a Mr. Black Gilamondo and a Boss OD-3 on both pedalboard configurations. The accuracy of these photos was confirmed by the designer of the Slowdriver pedal, Michael Gardner, who custom built the original pedals for Christian Savill and Neil Halstead to replace their RAT pedals.

Top Image Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/Slowdive/comments/15c38z8/2023_pedalboards/

Bottom Image Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/guitarpedals/comments/15ct771/neil_halstead_of_slowdives_pedal_board_on_their/

Christian Savill

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Slowdive

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At the link is a photo of Christian Savill holding his Emmergy FX Slowdriver pedal. This photo was provided by Michael Gardner, who custom built the Slowdriver for Christian and Neil Halstead to replace their RAT pedals. Both Christian and Neil have been using the Slowdriver during their 2023/24 performances.