Electro-Harmonix Lizard King Octave Fuzz - Bass Optimized | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Electro-Harmonix Lizard King is a vintage-style octave fuzz pedal specifically optimized for bass guitar and other low-frequency instruments. This analog effects pedal delivers gnarly, responsive fuzz tones with dynamic sensitivity that responds to your playing dynamics. Perfect for bassists seeking classic octave fuzz sounds with modern functionality and tone-shaping capabilities.
Product Overview
The Lizard King features a robust analog circuit housed in EHX's classic die-cast chassis with a striking visual design. Built with premium components and true bypass switching, this pedal maintains signal integrity while delivering the distinctive octave fuzz sound that defined countless classic recordings. The pedal's construction ensures reliable performance whether you're in the studio or on stage.
This dynamically responsive fuzz pedal reacts to your instrument's volume changes, creating clear fuzzy overdrive at lower volumes and aggressive, saturated fuzz at maximum input levels. The intelligent circuit design preserves your bass's fundamental low-end frequencies while adding the characteristic octave doubling effect that cuts through dense mixes. Advanced tone-shaping controls allow precise customization of your fuzz sound.
Inspired by the acclaimed EHX x JHS Lizard Queen collaboration, the Lizard King incorporates updated controls specifically tailored for bass applications. The addition of a Blend knob and refined tone controls make this pedal exceptionally versatile for bass players who need both clean attack and fuzzy sustain in their sound palette.
Ideal For
- Bass players seeking vintage octave fuzz tones for rock, funk, and psychedelic music
- Studio musicians recording retro-inspired bass tracks with distinctive character
- Live performers who need dynamic fuzz response that cuts through band mixes
- Multi-instrumentalists using the pedal with bass, guitar, and synthesizers
- Effects enthusiasts building pedalboards with classic analog fuzz sounds
Key Features
Dynamic Fuzz Response
The fixed-gain fuzz circuit responds intelligently to your instrument's volume, providing clean fuzzy overdrive at lower levels and saturated distortion at maximum input. This dynamic behavior allows expressive playing without switching between multiple pedals.
Blend Control
The innovative Blend knob mixes between 100% clean and 100% fuzz signals, allowing you to maintain your bass's fundamental attack and low-end presence while adding the desired amount of fuzz character. This control is essential for bass applications where maintaining bottom-end clarity is crucial.
Octave Blending
The dedicated Octave knob controls the level of the classic octave-up effect, letting you dial in everything from subtle harmonic enhancement to prominent octave doubling. This feature adds the signature sound that made octave fuzz pedals legendary in rock and funk music.
Advanced Tone Shaping
The Tone control functions as a low-pass filter to smooth harsh high frequencies, while the Sun/Shadow toggle switch provides two distinct voicing options. Sun mode boosts the octave fuzz with driving midrange and enhances the clean tone's treble and bass response, while Shadow mode tightens the fuzz tone and leaves the clean signal unchanged.
True Bypass Design
Professional true bypass switching ensures your signal remains uncolored when the pedal is disengaged, maintaining the integrity of your instrument's natural tone throughout your signal chain.
What's Included
- Electro-Harmonix Lizard King Octave Fuzz Pedal
- 9V Battery (installed)
- User Manual
- Manufacturer Warranty
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Circuit | Analog |
| Bypass | True Bypass |
| Audio | Mono Input/Output |
| Power Supply | 9V Battery (included) or 9V DC Adapter (optional) |
| Current Draw | 8mA |
| Dimensions | 4.5" x 2.75" x 2.1" |
| Weight | Approximately 1 lb |
| Controls | Volume, Octave, Blend, Tone, Sun/Shadow Toggle |
| Year Released | 2024 |
| Input Impedance | High-Z |
| Output Impedance | Low-Z |
Get Your Hands on This Octave Fuzz Today
Experience the gnarly, responsive tones of the Electro-Harmonix Lizard King at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate this pedal with your bass or guitar setup to help you achieve the perfect fuzz sound. Visit our showroom to test the Lizard King through various amplifiers and discover how it can transform your low-end tone.
