PRE-OWNED EarthQuaker Devices Bellows EarthQuaker Day 2018 Limited Edition

The EarthQuaker Devices Bellows: Raw Vintage Drive in a Simple Box

Classic Transistor-Based Dirt Pedal

The Bellows from EarthQuaker Devices is a stripped-down fuzzdrive pedal that punches well above its weight class. Released as a limited edition for EarthQuaker Day 2018, this 2018 unit delivers back-to-basics grit with a rugged vintage attitude. The Bellows is a transistor-driven beast designed to give players everything from warm, amp-like overdrive to blown-out, tweedy fuzz tones. With just two knobs, it offers a surprising range of character and responsiveness.

Amp-Like Grit to Full Fuzz Saturation

Don’t let the minimalist interface fool you. The Drive knob is where the magic happens. Set low, it simulates the open response of a classic non-master volume amp just starting to break up. Push it, and the Bellows takes you into a world of thick, saturated fuzz that still retains note clarity. It’s an analog journey through the decades of rock n’ roll, delivering tones that feel as alive as they sound. The Level control adjusts the output by biasing the transistor, adding to the pedal's dynamic behavior.

Designed for Guitar, Killer on Bass

While primarily voiced for guitar, the Bellows also shines as a bass fuzz. It brings snarling lows and scorching highs that cut through without losing low-end authority. If you’re a guitarist dabbling in bass or vice versa, this pedal adapts effortlessly, delivering dirt with a unique growl regardless of the instrument. Its vintage-voiced character and simple controls make it a versatile option for any rig.

True Bypass and Rugged Switching

Built with EarthQuaker’s signature electronic relay-based soft-touch switching, the Bellows is true bypass and only active when powered. It runs on a standard 9V DC center-negative supply and includes an internal 9V battery option. Despite its simplicity, the internal design prioritizes clean, isolated power operation for noise-free tone.

Handcrafted in Akron, Ohio

Like all EarthQuaker Devices pedals, the Bellows is hand-assembled by a small, dedicated team in Akron, Ohio. It’s equal parts quirky, reliable, and full of personality—just like the people who build them. This limited edition 2018 EarthQuaker Day model is a rare find and a worthy addition for collectors and fuzz fanatics alike.

Specifications:

• Controls: Drive, Level

• Power: 9V battery or standard 9V DC power supply (2.1mm, center negative)

• Current Draw: 13 mA

• Input Impedance: 250 KOhm

• Output Impedance:

• Switching: True bypass, relay-based soft-touch

• Included: Original box, bag, and manual

• Power Supply: Not included

This pedal is a used effects unit and ships fully insured with signature required.