Earthquaker devices Dirt Transmitter Rancho De La Luna Limited Edition
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Overview & Tech Specs
Overview & Tech Specs
The Dirt Transmitter is one of the oldest circuits in the EarthQuaker line. The design is Fuzz Face inspired, and the idea started when Jamie Stillman came across some very unique silicon transistors. These transistors are lower gain and have a warmth similar to germanium transistors when overdriven. But they also have the top-end grind typical of silicon-based fuzz pedals, which adds to the mids and helps cut through. The combination of these rare transistors and the starved voltage creates a wide variety of textures at the turn of a knob.
The first Dirt Transmitters started shipping in January of 2008, and these original units were housed in a small enclosure with only three controls: Fuzz, Tone, and Level. Shortly after the release, Jamie decided to add the external Bias control, which opened up the circuit and brought it to life. By varying the Bias the transistor is starved of voltage. The Dirt Transmitter is properly biased when the Bias control is all the way up; when turning it down, the voltage is starved, and the fuzz tone becomes gated. This produces a sputtery ripping velcro tone that increases in character as you roll it back.
Dimensions
4.75 x 2.50 x 2.25 in. (121 x 64 x 57 mm) with knobs
Current Draw
3 mA
Input Impedance
500 kΩ
Output Impedance
100 Ω
Flexi-Switch® Technology
This device features Flexi-Switch® Technology! This relay-based, true bypass switching style allows you to simultaneously use momentary and latching style switching.
• For standard latching operation: tap the footswitch once to activate the effect and then tap again to bypass.
• For momentary operation: hold the footswitch down for as long as you’d like to use the effect. Once you release the switch the effect will be bypassed.
Since the switching is relay-based, it requires power to pass signal.
Power
This device takes a standard 9 volt DC power supply with a 2.1mm negative center barrel. We always recommend pedal-specific, transformer-isolated wall-wart power supplies or multiple isolated-output supplies. Pedals will make extra noise if there is ripple or unclean power. Switching-type power supplies, daisy chains and non-pedal specific power supplies do not filter dirty power as well and let through unwanted noise. DO NOT RUN AT HIGHER VOLTAGES!
Artwork
Artwork by Mike Egan.
Delivery & Returns
Delivery & Returns
Delivery timing depends on the product’s availability status:
- In Store
Available at our Rotterdam store and shipped the same day when ordered before 15:00. - In Warehouse
Available from supplier's warehouse. The estimated dispatch or delivery timeframe is shown next to the product availability. - For Backorder
The product can be ordered, but availability and delivery timing may vary. Please contact our team for product-specific information. - Pre-Order
The product is not yet available for immediate dispatch. Please contact our team for the latest expected availability date.
All available shipping methods, costs and estimated delivery times are shown at checkout.
Returns
Eligible unused products can be returned within 14 days of delivery. Products must be returned in their original condition, including all accessories and original packaging.
Some exclusions may apply, including opened software or custom orders. Please contact us before returning an item so we can provide the correct instructions.
If your order arrives damaged or incorrect, contact us as soon as possible with photos of the product and packaging. We’ll help arrange the appropriate replacement, repair or refund.
Warranty & Support
Warranty & Support
All new products include a 2-year warranty.
If you experience a fault, contact our team with your order number and a description of the issue. We’ll help troubleshoot the problem and, where necessary, arrange a repair, replacement or warranty claim.
The warranty does not cover accidental damage, misuse, normal wear and tear, incorrect installation or unauthorised repairs.
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