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Description

Experience a sonic revolution with the ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper, a pedal that's as much a work of art as it is a musical tool. This unique looper pedal crafts a lo-fi, gritty sound that transports your guitar to the realm of vintage, warped recordings, offering a character-rich backdrop for your live performances or studio sessions. Unlike other loopers, the Lo-Fi Loop Junky maintains its integrity through an entirely analog signal path, avoiding any analog-to-digital conversion for a truly authentic sound.

With up to 20 seconds of pure analog storage, this pedal ensures your loops retain their original warmth and texture. The hand-painted casing is not just eye-catching but also adds a personal touch to your pedalboard, making it a standout piece both in sound and aesthetics. Designed for musicians who crave an authentic lo-fi vibe, this pedal is perfect for adding depth and character to your soundscape.

Whether you're layering ambient textures or creating rhythmic foundations, the Lo-Fi Loop Junky is here to elevate your musical journey with its unmistakable analog charm.

Key Features:

  • Fully analog signal path with no digital conversion
  • Up to 20 seconds of loop recording time
  • Unique lo-fi and gritty sound quality
  • Hand-painted casing for a personalized aesthetic
  • Ideal for creating ambient textures and rhythmic foundations

Product specs

Brand Zvex
Model Lo-Fi Loop Junky
Year 2010s
Made In United States
Categories Loop Pedals and Samplers
Pedal Format Standard

FAQs

What makes the ZVEX Lo-Fi Loop Junky unique compared to other looper pedals?

The ZVEX Lo-Fi Loop Junky is known for its distinctively warm, vintage sound, which adds a unique character to loops, unlike typical hi-fi loopers. It uses a low-fidelity recording process to impart a nostalgic, tape-like quality to your loops.

Can the ZVEX Lo-Fi Loop Junky be used with a bass guitar?

Yes, the ZVEX Lo-Fi Loop Junky can be used with a bass guitar, providing the same lo-fi, tape-like quality to bass loops as it does with guitar.

Does the ZVEX Lo-Fi Loop Junky require a specific power supply?

The ZVEX Lo-Fi Loop Junky requires a standard 9V DC power supply, which is common for many guitar pedals. Make sure to use a power supply that matches these specifications to ensure optimal performance.

How long can the ZVEX Lo-Fi Loop Junky record a loop?

The ZVEX Lo-Fi Loop Junky can record loops up to 20 seconds long, which is ideal for creating short, atmospheric loops with its unique sound character.

Is the ZVEX Lo-Fi Loop Junky suitable for live performances?

While the ZVEX Lo-Fi Loop Junky offers unique sound qualities, its limited loop time and lo-fi nature make it more suitable for creative studio work rather than typical live looping applications.

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Reviews

PROS

  • Unique lo-fi sound adds character and warmth to music

  • Simplified features enhance focus and creativity during practice

  • Boosts and subtly EQs clean input for enriched sound quality

  • Offers a distinctive, musical modulation effect

  • Encourages experimentation with its unique tonal capabilities

  • Can inspire entire music projects or albums

  • Fewer options make it accessible and easy to use immediately

  • Analog loop technology provides a unique sonic experience

CONS

  • Limited to a 20-second loop, may be too short for some

  • Not suitable for those seeking pristine audio quality

  • Higher price point for relatively fewer features compared to other loopers

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper.

Features and functionality

  • The pedal has a 20-second loop time with no overdub capability, allowing vibrato depth, speed, and tone manipulation.

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  • The 20-second loop time is referred to as a "golden zone," suggesting it hits a sweet spot for creative looping without overwhelming complexity.

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  • The pedal's clean signal pass-through is reportedly boosted, potentially using a circuit similar to the ZVEX Super Hard On, offering a clear, sparkly tone.

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Setup and maintenance

  • The pedal lacks a 9v input and relies solely on a 9v battery, which requires unplugging to preserve battery life.

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Use cases and applications

  • Pairing the LoFi Loop Junky with a Freeze pedal can enhance textural applications and create drones.

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  • Placing the Lo-Fi Loop Junky at the front of the chain can effectively create background riffs that naturally sit behind leads without adjusting drive settings.

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User experience

  • A nearly dead battery can produce unique fuzzy, half-speed loops, offering a creative recording opportunity.

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  • Owners highlight the need to precisely time loops with a metronome to maintain rhythm, enhancing their timing skills.

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  • Users appreciate ZVEX's reputable customer service, reporting efficient repairs even for second-hand purchases, enhancing trust in the brand.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Zvex offers a separate base plate with a 9v input, though it's considered an unnecessary extra cost.

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Comparisons

  • Users desire added features like a reverse function, similar to the Digitech Jamman Delay's capabilities.

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rothhandlestudios

Supercool looper

I love the sound of this and I have more or less created an entire album around it.

Videos from my studio with it.

https://youtu.be/d4UotqtnCdI

On a Glockenspiel

https://youtu.be/DUwl0wkRM2M

https://youtu.be/_nzl4CGp418

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See how Noel Gallagher uses ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper

Noel Gallagher

Singer, Guitarist

Oasis

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Noel has used several ZVEX Lo-Fi Loop Junky pedals on his pedalbaord since 2005, notably to play sound effects at the end of songs. These effects included;

. A voice sample of his daughter Anaïs saying: "That's rock and roll baby" (played at the end of Rock 'n' Roll Star)

. A voice sample from the end of Rubber Ring by The Smiths saying: "You are sleeping, you do not want to believe (also played at the end of Rock 'n' Roll Star, famously at the July 2005 Manchester concerts)

. Audio samples from the start of the Falling Down Chemical Brothers Remix (played at the end of Supersonic in 2009)

Most recently, Noel has started using three Loop Junky pedals on his pedalbaord for the 2025 Oasis Live Tour. These loops being;

. "That's rock and roll baby" at the end of Rock 'n' Roll Star

. Sound effects at the start of Do You Know What I Mean? (0:02s - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OgjH4EOqNB0&list=LL&index=2)

. Sound effects at the end of Champagne Supernova when the band exit the stage (6:12 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LDMgGBWKGE&list=LL&index=1)

See how Kevin Shields uses ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper

Kevin Shields

Singer, Guitarist

My Bloody Valentine

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This photo from the pedal board of Kevin Shields from My Bloody Valentine displays a ZVex Hand-Painted LO-FI Loop Junky. This photo is taken from an effects bay article.

See how J Mascis uses ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper

J Mascis

Singer, Guitarist

Dinosaur Jr

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Verified via YouTube

J Mascis discusses his LO-FI Loop Junky Pedal in this Rig Rundown from Premier Guitar. At 16:44 he says, “It's a LO-FI Loop Junky just to make noise or if I break a string, I can just make a noise and make a loop while I’m switching guitars or just make a loop to play too or something.. Certain guitars are just make a loop to play to or something.”

See how Stephen Carpenter uses ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper

Stephen Carpenter

Guitarist

Deftones

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Verified via YouTube

At 3:00 of this Rig Rundown for Stephen Carpenter of Deftones, he shows off some of his gear, including a ZVex Hand-Painted LO-FI Loop Junky Guitar Effects Pedal.

See how Chris Martin uses ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper

Chris Martin

Singer, Guitarist

Coldplay

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Verified via Coldplay

This blog post from Coldplay's official site tells about Chris Martin playing with Noel Gallagher. Noel plays a loop through the ZVex LO-FI Loop Junky, which Chris Martin thinks is "the most amazing thing he’s ever heard." Noel later gives the pedal to Chris.

See how Wes Borland uses ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper

Wes Borland

Singer, Guitarist

Limp Bizkit

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Verified via Photo

Wes Borland features the ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper on his pedalboard, as seen in his Instagram post.

See how Gustavo Cerati uses ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper

Gustavo Cerati

Singer, Guitarist

Soda Stereo

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Verified via Photo

En esta foto podemos ver varios de los pedales de Gustavo. Orden (de izq. a der.):

  • ProCo The Rat
  • Zvex LoFi Loop Junky
  • Voodoo Lab 2 Power Supply
  • Tech 21 SansAmp Classic
  • Ibanez TS9DX (Turbo Tube Screamer)
  • Zvex Super Duper 2 in 1
  • Boss GE-7
  • Zvex Wah Probe
  • Zvex Super Hard On
  • TC Electronic BLD (Booster+LineDriver+Distortion)
  • Zvex Fuzz Probe
  • ToadWorks Mr. Ed
  • Fulltone Ultimate Octave
  • Digitech MC-2
  • Roger Linn Adrenalinn I
See how Kim Gordon uses ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper

Kim Gordon

Singer, Guitarist

Sonic Youth

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Verified via TED

"I have a couple loop pedals. It’s a very lo-fi loop, so it only holds one loop—you can’t save it, really. Or you can save it, but you can only have that one loop on it then. It sounds more like it has a cassette sound to it," mentions Kim Gordon, in this interview, in which this photo of her pedalboard, with her ZVex LO-FI Loop pedal can be seen.

See how Andy Summers uses ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper

Andy Summers

Guitarist

The Police

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Verified via Photo

Directly above the superego+, you can see the loop pedal there.

See how Owl City uses ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper

Owl City

Singer, Guitarist

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Verified via Photo

Featured in this October 29, 2014 Instagram post.

One of my secret weapons is re-amping string samples and piano phrases through this pedal to make them sound warped and queasy and Boards of Canada, and then mixing them under the dry samples. I use it a lot for filtered vocal delays too because it lowpasses the signal in a way I can never quite emulate with plugin EQ shelves. And then I put verb and chorus and ping pong delay on it and it swirls around a dry vocal like a whirlpool. Also the compressor turns whatever you run through it into crushed powder and I get so excited I go to the store and get arrested because I forget to put pants on dang it not again

See how Moby uses ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper

Moby

Music Producer

Vatican Commandos

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In this home studio Instagram photo posted by Moby, on the left of his M-Audio controller keyboard you can see a small effects pedal. The four stacked knobs and two button switches indicate it is the Lo-Fi Loop Junky by ZVex.

See how James Edward Bagshaw uses ZVEX Hand-Painted Lo-Fi Loop Junky Looper

James Edward Bagshaw

Singer, Guitarist

Temples

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A vexter series Zvex Lofi Junky can be seen on the top left of Bagshaw’s updated board, visible in this screenshot from Temple’s Instagram story on 15 May 2023.

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