Description
The Electronic Audio Experiments Greathammer is a bass-focused overdrive built for players who want more than just fuzz or breakup, it's for those chasing real low-end authority with clarity and punch. Designed with inspiration from a cult-classic 1970s Canadian bass amp, it captures that raw, solid-state edge while expanding the tone and feel to fit modern rigs. Whether you're into tight, aggressive tones or something more subtle, the Greathammer gives you a wide range to work with.
With up to 50dB of gain on tap, it can stay tight and controlled or push into full-blown chaos. A post-clipping bass control gives you up to +14dB at 100Hz for low-end heft, while the Attack knob shapes upper frequencies before the gain stage, letting you control how snappy or smooth your pick attack feels. The 3-way Notch switch gives flexible midrange voicing, flat, scooped, or somewhere in between, so it's easy to carve out space in a band mix or stack it with other pedals. Crucially, this circuit avoids the disconnected feel that some clean-blend pedals suffer from, keeping everything cohesive even when pushed.
It shines on bass, but don't overlook it for guitar. Run it into a clean amp, or use it as a preamp at the front of your board, it handles both with ease. We like it because it doesn't limit you to one sound. It's got depth, versatility, and just enough unpredictability to keep things interesting.
Specifications:
- Controls: Level, Gain (up to 50dB), Bass (+14dB at 100Hz and below), Attack (pre-gain EQ above 1kHz)
- Switches: 3-way Notch toggle (flat mids, moderate cut, full cut)
- Intended Use: Works as standard overdrive or preamp, equally suited for bass or guitar
Sku: EA-GH
