{"product_id":"eae-x-benson-halberd-germanium-boost","title":"Electronic Audio Experiments x Benson Halberd + Germanium Boost","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"129\"\u003eElectronic Audio Experiments x Benson Halberd + Germanium Boost Pedal\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"234\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe EAE x Benson Halberd + Germanium Boost Pedal: Dual Engine Drive Meets Germanium Sparkle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"292\"\u003eBoutique Drive Pedal with Integrated Germanium Boost\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"850\"\u003eBorn from a collaboration between Electronic Audio Experiments and Benson Amps, the Halberd + Germanium Boost is a unique pairing that marries modern op-amp based distortion with the warm, responsive character of a vintage-style germanium boost. This limited-run dual pedal captures the essence of each builder’s sonic philosophy and presents them in a no-compromise format that’s as practical as it is powerful. Whether you’re pushing your amp into overdrive, sculpting a dense distortion tone, or addding harmonic lift to solos, this pedal delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"909\"\u003eHalberd Engine, Op-Amp Distortion with Voice and Cut\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003eThe Halberd side of the circuit brings the EAE approach to distortion: clear, wide-range, and loaded with character. Its pre-gain low-pass filter (Cut) lets you tame high-end harshness before the signal hits the clipping stage, while the post-gain high-pass filter (Voice) restores clarity and presence. With just Gain, Volume, Voice, and Cut controls, the Halberd is deceptively simple but finely tunable for a broad range of applications, from thick riffing to sharp, modern crunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1449\"\u003eGermanium Boost, Class A Single Transistor Magic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eOn the flip side, the Benson Germanium Boost brings the nuance of a well-tuned single-transistor gain stage, biased specifically for tonal sweetness. It’s a frequency and dynamics shaper that’s equally at home waking up a dark amp or adding three-dimensional sparkle to a clean tone. Its placement before the Halberd makes it an ideal front-end enhancer, but it can also drive other pedals or amps beautifully on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1956\"\u003eStudio-Grade Build and Unique Circuit Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003eThis pedal isn’t just two effects bolted together. The Halberd + Germanium Boost was designed as a single integrated unit, with internal voicing and headroom considerations carefully mapped to make sure both engines complement each other. Top-mounted jacks and a single 9V input (center negative, 100mA recommended) ensure easy integration into your pedalboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2324\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003eBuilt for Players Who Push Boundaries\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2682\"\u003eWhether you’re dialing in edge-of-breakup complexity or stacking for thick lead tones, this dual engine format gives you room to explore. From the subtle color of a vintage boost to the hard-edged punch of a full-range drive, the Halberd + Germanium Boost expands your sonic palette in ways most pedals can’t touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2684\" data-end=\"2704\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2705\" data-end=\"2936\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2705\" data-end=\"2754\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"2754\"\u003eVolume, Gain, Voice, and Cut controls (Halberd)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2755\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2757\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003eVolume control (Germanium Boost)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2809\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2809\"\u003eTop-mounted jacks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2810\" data-end=\"2833\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2833\"\u003eTrue bypass switching\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2834\" data-end=\"2880\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2836\" data-end=\"2880\"\u003e9V DC, center negative power (100mA minimum)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2881\" data-end=\"2904\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2883\" data-end=\"2904\"\u003eIncludes original box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2905\" data-end=\"2936\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2907\" data-end=\"2936\"\u003ePower supply \u003cstrong data-start=\"2920\" data-end=\"2927\"\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:28a9ba11-d403-4270-8e33-06feae82af35-45\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-6\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"474d45ab-17a6-43af-8627-beaca0239e91\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"3013\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"3013\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2945\" data-end=\"3012\"\u003eThis effects pedal ships fully insured with signature required.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Benson Amps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44575284461759,"sku":"608115","price":329.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/5804\/files\/EAE_x_Benson_Halberd_Germanium_Boost-68d341eac27ea_d8bb032f-3693-495e-955c-fc9c98f85a7e.jpg?v=1758764259","url":"https:\/\/fivestarguitars.com\/products\/eae-x-benson-halberd-germanium-boost","provider":"Five Star Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}