Today we're checking out a fuzz monster, the Hoof Reaper from Earthquaker Devices. The handmade Hoof Reaper Octave Fuzz is three pedals in one heavy duty enclosure, allowing 7 total combinations on top of a wide range of sounds individually. Starting with the Tone Reaper's germanium/silicon hybrid circuit, famous fuzz tones from the 60's and beyond are possible with its completely usable gain range and fine-tuning tone control. In the middle is an analog octave-up effect with screaming overtones and gnarly synth effects, not to mention the ability to stack seamlessly with either fuzz or your overdriven tone. Finally, the famous Earthquaker Hoof Fuzz takes care of the Muffy side with a thick, singing tone and a versatile tone/midrange section that covers all the eras. Earthquaker Devices handbuilds the Hoof Reaper in Akron Ohio and its top shelf construction and true bypass switches ensure a lifetime of fuzzy enjoyment.
