Earthquaker Devices Hizumitas Fuzz Sustainer - Wata Signature | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Earthquaker Devices Hizumitas delivers crushing fuzz distortion based on the legendary Elk BM Sustainar used by Wata from the iconic band Boris. This signature fuzz pedal recreates the massive, saturated tone that has defined modern heavy music, featuring incredible sustain with underlying grit that pushes speakers to their limits while maintaining surprising clarity and note separation. Perfect for guitarists seeking earth-shaking distortion with the dynamic response and tonal complexity that separates legendary fuzz from generic distortion pedals.
Product Overview
The Hizumitas faithfully recreates Wata's original Elk BM Sustainar, a rare Japanese variant of the classic "Triangle" Big Muff Pi circuit. Earthquaker Devices meticulously analyzed her actual pedal to capture its unique characteristics: heavy saturation with gritty edge, massive bottom end, and clear dynamic response that cuts through the densest mixes.
This isn't just another Big Muff clone - the Hizumitas delivers the specific magic of Wata's legendary tone through careful attention to component selection and circuit design. The result is crushing distortion that maintains note clarity even under extreme gain settings, allowing complex chord voicings and intricate single-note passages to remain articulate.
The wide-range sustain control responds dramatically to small adjustments, while the atypical tone control offers unprecedented versatility. From piercing highs and aggressive midrange grind to thundering low-end dominance, this pedal adapts to your musical needs while maintaining the massive, speaker-shredding character that made Wata's sound legendary.
Ideal For
- Doom and sludge guitarists seeking authentic Japanese fuzz tones from Boris-style heavy music
- Stoner rock players who need massive sustain with note clarity for complex riffing
- Studio musicians wanting legendary fuzz character that cuts through dense, heavy mixes
- Collectors of signature artist pedals seeking authentic recreations of iconic tones
- Experimental guitarists exploring the sonic territory between fuzz and heavy distortion
Key Features
Wata's Original Elk Sustainar Recreation
Meticulously reverse-engineered from Wata's actual Elk BM Sustainar, capturing the unique characteristics that made her tone legendary in the heavy music world.
Massive Sustain with Clarity
Wide-range sustain control delivers everything from controlled saturation to infinite fuzz while maintaining note separation and harmonic complexity that lesser fuzz pedals lose under heavy gain.
Atypical Tone Control Design
Unconventional tone circuit boosts bass frequencies clockwise and treble counterclockwise, providing dramatic tonal shaping from piercing highs to thundering low-end dominance.
Dynamic Pickup Response
Excellent sensitivity to different pickup types and playing dynamics ensures power chords sound massive, open chords remain articulate, and single-note leads sing with smooth sustain.
Relay-Based True Bypass
Professional relay switching provides transparent bypass operation while requiring power to pass signal, ensuring optimal performance in professional pedalboard setups.
What's Included
- Earthquaker Devices Hizumitas Fuzz Sustainer
- Full manufacturer warranty
- Note: 9V DC power adapter sold separately
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Circuit | Elk BM Sustainar Recreation (Triangle Big Muff Variant) |
| Controls | Volume, Sustain, Tone |
| Bypass | Relay-Based True Bypass (requires power) |
| Power | 9V DC, 2.1mm negative center (adapter not included) |
| Current Draw | 10mA |
| Input Impedance | ≈150 kΩ |
| Output Impedance | <10 kΩ |
| Dimensions | 4.75" x 2.50" x 2.25" (121 x 64 x 57mm) |
| Unity Gain | Around 9-10 o'clock on Volume control |
| Construction | Rugged die-cast enclosure |
Get Your Hands on This Signature Fuzz Today
Experience the crushing sustain and legendary tone of Wata's signature Earthquaker Devices Hizumitas at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate how this meticulously crafted recreation of the Elk BM Sustainar delivers the massive, clear fuzz tones that have defined modern heavy music. Visit our showroom today to discover why this signature pedal has become essential for guitarists seeking authentic Japanese fuzz character with professional performance capabilities.
