Earthquaker Devices Blumes Low Signal Shredder | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Earthquaker Devices Blumes represents a revolutionary tri-mode soft clipping bass overdrive that carries the torch of the classic screamer circuit but has a voice all its own. Inspired by the beloved Plumes Small Signal Shredder, EQD took one of their most excellent pedals and added some beef, creating this killer take on the classic screamer with ample low end to keep your bass tone intact. This all-analog overdrive features double the gain and a deeper bass response compared to the Plumes, thanks to its modified circuit and internal bipolar power, providing ample dynamics and headroom for a three-dimensional tone that enhances the performance of tube amplifiers.
Product Overview
The Blumes showcases three distinct clipping modes that provide incredible versatility for bass players seeking everything from clean boost to aggressive overdrive. Mode 1 features symmetrical LED clipping utilizing a pair of light emitting diodes, delivering the crunchiest setting the Blumes has to offer with less compression, more openness, and tons of output for when you really want to go wild.
Mode 2 provides a clean pure OpAmp gain boost mode that eliminates the soft clipping diodes altogether, leaving you with straight OpAmp drive. This mode delivers the loudest output with the fullest frequency response and can be used as a clean boost when the Gain control is set below 11 o'clock, making it perfect for pushing tube amplifiers or adding volume without coloration.
Mode 3 offers an asymmetrical silicon diode arrangement similar to the stock screamer but with more output and clean clarity, providing more transparent tone with warmer low-end response. This fuzzier mode with half the output is the most compressed, perfect for those who love the fuzzy ends of distortion with a clean undertone.
Ideal For
- Bass players seeking classic screamer overdrive with enhanced low-end retention and clarity
- Musicians who need versatile tri-mode operation from clean boost to aggressive overdrive
- Players wanting to enhance tube amplifier performance with three-dimensional tone and added clarity
- Bassists requiring ample dynamics and headroom through internal bipolar power design
- Artists seeking all-analog overdrive with double the gain and deeper bass response than traditional circuits
Key Features
Revolutionary Bass-Focused Design Modified screamer circuit with double the gain and deeper bass response retains all the low end while providing classic overdrive character.
Versatile Tri-Mode Operation Three distinct clipping modes: LED symmetrical, clean OpAmp boost, and asymmetrical silicon diode for comprehensive tonal options.
Enhanced Power and Dynamics Internal bipolar power provides more dynamics and all the headroom you could ever desire for three-dimensional tone with added clarity.
Tube Amplifier Enhancement Specifically designed to push tube amplifiers over the edge while maintaining clarity and low-end integrity.
All-Analog Construction Pure analog signal path ensures authentic tone and response with the classic screamer character enhanced for bass applications.
What's Included
- Earthquaker Devices Blumes Low Signal Shredder bass overdrive
- Tri-mode soft clipping operation with LED, OpAmp, and silicon diode options
- Modified screamer circuit with double gain and deeper bass response
- Internal bipolar power for enhanced dynamics and headroom
- All-analog construction with three-dimensional tone capabilities
- Gain and Level controls for precise overdrive and output adjustment
- Mode selector for instant access to three distinct clipping characteristics
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| SKU | BLUMES |
| Type | Tri-mode soft clipping bass overdrive |
| Circuit | Modified screamer with enhanced bass response |
| Clipping Modes | LED symmetrical, OpAmp boost, silicon asymmetrical |
| Gain | Double the gain of standard Plumes |
| Power | Internal bipolar for enhanced dynamics |
| Construction | All-analog signal path |
| Controls | Gain, Level, Mode selector |
| Design | Bass-focused with low-end retention |
Get Your Hands on This Bass-Enhanced Overdrive Today
Experience the revolutionary tri-mode bass overdrive that combines classic screamer character with enhanced low-end retention with the Earthquaker Devices Blumes Low Signal Shredder at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate the three distinct clipping modes, enhanced bass response, and three-dimensional tone that make this pedal perfect for bassists seeking versatile overdrive with exceptional clarity. Visit our store to hear how this modified circuit with double the gain and internal bipolar power enhances tube amplifier performance while maintaining bass tone integrity to learn more about this exceptional bass overdrive pedal.
