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Description

Unleash the full potential of your guitar's sound with the Smart People Factory Ego Booster, a handcrafted pedal from Washington, USA, designed to elevate your performance to new heights. This clean boost pedal is your secret weapon for pushing amplifiers with up to 30dB of pure, unadulterated power. Whether you're looking to cut through the mix during a solo or add a touch of sparkle to your rhythm playing, the Ego Booster delivers with remarkable clarity and precision.

What sets this pedal apart is its intuitive tone control feature, allowing you to shape your sound and add unique nuances that complement your style. The Smart People Factory has focused on crafting a pedal that not only enhances your sound but also retains the natural character of your guitar. This ensures that your tone remains true while gaining that extra edge needed for standout performances.

Perfect for both studio settings and live gigs, the Ego Booster offers versatility and reliability in a sleek, durable design. With this pedal on your board, you'll be equipped to explore new sonic landscapes and push your creative boundaries.

Key Features:

  • Handmade in Washington, USA
  • Boosts up to 30dB
  • Tone control for nuanced sound shaping
  • Maintains guitar's natural character
  • Ideal for both studio and live performances
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SPF Ego Booster Pedal Demo (Part Two) : Riff Tones - 'Marlboro King' by Vinyl Future

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SPF Ego Booster Pedal Demo (Part Two) : Riff Tones - 'Marlboro King' by Vinyl Future

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Smart People Factory Ego Booster.

Use cases and applications

  • The Ego Boost pedal is favored for boosting signals with real valve amps like the Fender 'Tweed' Princeton for a more pronounced tone.

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  • The Ego Booster is appreciated for its ability to tweak basic sound with simplicity, adding or reducing sparkle as needed for different musical contexts.

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  • Using a long coiled cable can increase capacitance, benefiting Stratocaster tones by reducing high frequency peaks, similar to Jimi Hendrix's approach.

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Comparisons

  • The SPF Red Threat is likened to a unique take on the Boss HM-2 circuit, appreciated for its distinctive distortion capabilities.

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  • Owners have compared the Ego Booster favorably to the Boss FB-2, noting both models include a clean boost and tilt EQ, though the FB-2 features an additional mids control.

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  • The Ego Booster is compared to the TC Spark Boost, with the latter suggested for its affordability and EQ versatility.

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User experience

  • Owners report long-term satisfaction with the Green Line pedal, noting it remains a staple on pedalboards for over 15 years.

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  • The Ego Booster has been a reliable choice for over 20 years, highlighting its enduring appeal and functionality.

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Setup and maintenance

  • A user encountered a specific issue with a loose red powerline on the PCB, indicating potential need for circuit repair knowledge.

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  • There's a noted issue with the Ego Booster not playing well with other pedals, suggesting potential integration challenges in complex pedalboard setups.

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  • G&L's PTB circuit rewiring is suggested for Stratocasters lacking a master tone knob, allowing better tonal control across pickups.

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Features and functionality

  • The Smart People Factory Ego Booster offers a clean boost with a tilt EQ that can be engaged, providing users with flexible sound shaping options.

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  • The Boss GE-7 EQ pedal is recommended for balancing tone differences between single coils and humbuckers, ideal for matching guitar outputs.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Adding a TC Electronic Spark Boost can enhance single coil tones, offering EQ adjustments to make them sound fuller.

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Great pedal!!!

Have used this pedal for three years. Everything from subtle to stinging bite. Fattens up a Jaguar perfectly.

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See how Ray Toro uses Smart People Factory Ego Booster

Ray Toro

Singer, Guitarist

My Chemical Romance

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In this Tweet posted from Toro, the Smart People Ego Booster is visible.

See how James Bowman uses Smart People Factory Ego Booster

James Bowman

Guitarist

Against Me!

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In this interview at (6:55), Against Me!'s James Bowman introduces the Smart People Factory EGO Booster as a low end boost.

See how J. Robbins uses Smart People Factory Ego Booster

J. Robbins

Singer, Guitarist

Jawbox

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In a "Six Questions" interview on Tumblr, J. Robbins discusses using the Smart People Factory Ego Booster guitar pedal.

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