Benson Deep Sea Diver Fuzz Echo

The Benson Deep Sea Diver – Gated Fuzz Meets Dreamy Echo

Versatile Fuzz with Dynamic Tonal Control

The Benson Deep Sea Diver Fuzz Echo is more than just a gated fuzz with an echo—it’s an exploration of texture, tone, and sonic unpredictability. Designed in collaboration with Jessica Dobson of Deep Sea Diver, this pedal delivers everything from tight, sputtery fuzz to thick, sustaining waves of distortion. With bias and gate controls that interact dynamically, players can sculpt their sound from an aggressive treble booster to a dark, harmonically rich fuzz, making it one of the most flexible gain-based pedals available.

Built-In Echo for Immersive Soundscapes

Integrated into the Deep Sea Diver is a PT2399-based echo circuit, meticulously tuned to pair seamlessly with the fuzz side. Featuring time, feedback, and level controls, this delay section can add anything from subtle slapback to self-oscillating chaos. Holding down the footswitch at certain settings sends the delay into endless feedback, making it a go-to feature for shoegaze, experimental, and psychedelic soundscapes.

Unique Signal Chain Switching

A standout feature of the Deep Sea Diver Fuzz Echo is its ability to switch the order of the fuzz and echo circuits. Powering the pedal on while holding the footswitch lets you toggle between two configurations: green LED for fuzz into echo, and orange LED for echo into fuzz. The latter offers a washed-out, dreamlike quality, making it the preferred setting for expansive, textural playing.

Designed for Any Instrument and Signal Chain

Whether you're running a guitar, bass, or synthesizer, this pedal integrates effortlessly into any setup. It works well in various positions within a pedalboard, delivering consistent performance and tone regardless of placement. While it naturally produces a bit of hiss due to its design, this only adds to the character—if you notice it, just play a solo instead!

Reliable Power and Construction

The Benson Deep Sea Diver Fuzz Echo is built for professional use, requiring a standard 9V DC center-negative power supply. With a current draw of under 100mA, it’s compatible with most power sources. As with all Benson pedals, it's crafted with premium components and designed for durability, making it a long-lasting tool for creative musicians.

Specifications

• Effect Type: Gated Fuzz and Echo
• Fuzz Controls: Bias, Gate
• Echo Controls: Time, Feedback, Level
• Circuit Type: Silicon three-transistor fuzz, PT2399-based echo
• Signal Chain Options: Toggle between fuzz-before-echo (green LED) or echo-before-fuzz (orange LED)
• Bypass: True bypass
• Power Requirements: 9V DC center-negative power supply (no battery)
• Current Draw: Less than 100mA
• Compatibility: Works with guitar, bass, and synth

This effects pedal ships fully insured with signature required.