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Description

Dive into the sonic landscape with the Walrus Audio Harvester, a versatile overdrive pedal that seamlessly transitions from a transparent low-gain drive to a woolly thick high-gain distortion. Perfect for guitarists who crave variability, it comes equipped with a toggle switch that allows for easy tonal shifts. Whether you're looking to add a subtle edge to your clean tones or aim for a more aggressive distortion, the Harvester stands ready to deliver. With its various color schemes, it's not just a pedal that sounds good but also looks the part on any pedalboard.

Key Features:

  • Transparent low-gain drive and thick high-gain distortion modes
  • Easy tonal shifts with a toggle switch
  • Available in a range of color schemes

Product specs

Brand Walrus Audio
Model Harvester
Finish Graphic
Year 2013
Made In United States
Categories Overdrive and Boost Pedals
Pedal Format Standard

FAQs

What type of overdrive tones can the Walrus Audio Harvester produce?

The Walrus Audio Harvester delivers rich and dynamic overdrive tones, ranging from subtle warmth to aggressive crunch, making it suitable for a variety of music genres including rock and blues.

Is the Walrus Audio Harvester suitable for both live performances and studio recording?

Yes, the Walrus Audio Harvester is designed for versatility, providing high-quality overdrive tones that are ideal for both live performances and studio recordings.

Does the Walrus Audio Harvester work well with both single-coil and humbucker pickups?

The Walrus Audio Harvester is compatible with both single-coil and humbucker pickups, offering a responsive and articulate overdrive sound regardless of pickup type.

What power supply is required for the Walrus Audio Harvester?

The Walrus Audio Harvester requires a standard 9V DC power supply with a negative center, which is common for most guitar pedals.

How does the Walrus Audio Harvester compare to other overdrive pedals in terms of build quality?

The Walrus Audio Harvester is known for its robust build quality, featuring a sturdy enclosure and high-quality components, ensuring durability for extensive use.

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Walrus Audio Harvester High Gain Overdrive Limited Release

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Walrus Audio Harvester High Gain Overdrive Limited Release

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Walrus Audio Harvester with Rama Nidji

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5 Minutes with the Walrus Audio Harvester Overdrive - Pedal Demo

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Ryan Kiesshauer

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Strings Quick Demo : Walrus Audio Harvester Overdrive pedal demo

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Reviews

PROS

  • Exceptional build quality, durable and reliable

  • Delivers a wide range of tones, from transparent to gritty

  • Maintains low frequencies, ideal for bass players

  • Dual Treble/Bass controls for precise EQ adjustments

  • Low-/High gain switch for versatile signal boosting

  • Can simulate tube amp characteristics effectively

  • Compatible with other pedals, great for stacking

  • Suitable for various music styles, from worship to pop punk

CONS

  • May require experimentation to fully exploit EQ settings

  • High gain settings could be too intense for some users

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Walrus Audio Harvester.

Features and functionality

  • Owners report the gain range is limited, not meeting expectations for high gain drive despite being advertised as such.

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Comparisons

  • Preferred over the Mayflower by some users for its ability to provide a subtle push, especially effective in front of a fuzz pedal.

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  • Some users question if the Harvester is more similar to RAT or OCD pedals, indicating curiosity about its unique high-gain voicing.

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User experience

  • Some users experience significant noise issues, while others note minimal noise, suggesting variability in performance.

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  • A user praised the Harvester's build quality and sound, noting it as their first Walrus pedal and expressing satisfaction with its performance in their signal chain.

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  • A satisfied owner describes the Harvester as a Mayflower with added distortion, suggesting it's ideal for those who enjoy the foundational Mayflower tone but seek more buzz and stutter.

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Use cases and applications

  • It excels in low and high gain modes when paired with fuzz, offering versatility in sound shaping.

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  • In low gain mode, the Harvester effectively emulates a Tubescreamer, while the high gain mode serves as a bridge between a TS and a Big Muff.

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  • The Harvester is praised for integrating seamlessly with existing setups, particularly for those using it alongside fuzz pedals to expand their sound palette.

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Build quality

  • The Harvester's circuit board shares markings with the Mayflower, confirming its lineage and adding to its unique charm as a limited release.

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Critic Reviews

Walrus Audio Harvester review on pedal-of-the-day.com

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5.0 out of 5

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berntgl

Awesome versatile pedal

Versatile due to the following features: - Bass and treble controls. These let you eq your signal just the way you like it. - Drive control. Goes from very transparant to a level that almost resembles a distortion pedal. - Low-/High gain switch. This switch sort of boosts your signal to crank up the signal even more.

jimmarchi1

great review

Artist usage

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See how Dustin Kensrue uses Walrus Audio Harvester

Dustin Kensrue

Singer, Guitarist

Thrice

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Verified via MusicRadar

“I have five levels [of gain]: three is the Rook, I can go down two on the input, and then if I want to go up, I add the Harvester in line, and then the next level adds the Iron Horse….”

See how Alex Babinski uses Walrus Audio Harvester

Alex Babinski

Guitarist, Keyboardist

PVRIS

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Verified via Twitter

My board for the next few tours.

See how Michael Weiss uses Walrus Audio Harvester

Michael Weiss

Guitarist

mewithoutYou

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Verified via reddit

In this photo, posted on the r/guitarpedals, one of the pedals visible on the Weiss' board is the Walrus Harvester.

See how Blake Hardman uses Walrus Audio Harvester

Blake Hardman

Guitarist, Composer

Counterparts

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Verified via Photo

This pedal is on Blake's board.

See how Sonia Sturino uses Walrus Audio Harvester

Sonia Sturino

Singer, Guitarist

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Verified via Twitter

When asked about what effects where used on Weakend Friends' album Common Blah: "Mostly went between my walrus audio harvester and an old univox super fuzz. Which are mostly what I use in general!"

See how Dan Lambton uses Walrus Audio Harvester

Dan Lambton

Singer, Guitarist

Real Friends

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Verified via Photo

Can be seen in this Instagram photo

See how Mike Krompass uses Walrus Audio Harvester

Mike Krompass

Guitarist

Smash Mouth

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Verified via Photo

"Thanks to Phillip @walrusaudioeffects for the kick ass new overdrive pedal !!! For all you guitar peeps, go check out their awesomeness !!"

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Greg Jehanian

Bassist

mewithoutYou

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Verified

In a Reddit post on r/guitarpedals, user bldgabttrme shared photos from mewithoutYou's farewell tour in 2022, which clearly show bassist Greg Jehanian's pedal board featuring the Walrus Audio Harvester, specifically the reverse graphic edition from 2013.

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