Hamstead Zenith Amplitude Controller Pedal

£279.00

The Chef at JustPedals is happy, the Hamstead Zenith Amplitude Controller Pedal is in stock and is ready to dish out. Arriving with you direct to the door and freshly made by Hamstead Soundworks. delivered by our tracked roadie service this is just a fresh pedal from a tasty brand, its available and in stock. Pedal Controller Amplitude Zenith Guitar Effect Pedal. Hamstead are renowned for their guitar amps, but their growing pedal range has garnered plenty of plaudits in recent years. The latest stompbox to join their stellar lineup is the Zenith – a flexible tone-shaping pedal that combines EQ, boost and…

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The Chef at JustPedals is happy, the Hamstead Zenith Amplitude Controller Pedal is in stock and is ready to dish out. Arriving with you direct to the door and freshly made by Hamstead Soundworks. delivered by our tracked roadie service this is just a fresh pedal from a tasty brand, its available and in stock. Pedal Controller Amplitude Zenith Guitar Effect Pedal.

Hamstead are renowned for their guitar amps, but their growing pedal range has garnered plenty of plaudits in recent years. The latest stompbox to join their stellar lineup is the Zenith – a flexible tone-shaping pedal that combines EQ, boost and compression effects. The unit is designed to ultimately get the most out of any amplifier; refining its sound to perfection or pushing it to a whole new level!

From subtle compression through to extreme sound-sculpting and sustain, Zenith’s three distinct circuits cover it all. Digitally-controlled switching allows the fully-analogue EQ and compression circuits to be accessed independently too – all via one reliable 'OptoKick' footswitch made by The GigRig.

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Musical EQ & Compression

Treble, Middle and Bass controls are customary on many guitar effects, but Hamstead endeavoured to voice these parameters to not only sound great, but feel natural to use too. Boosted high frequencies are present but not harsh, boosted lows remain tight while adding warmth, and the Middle control offers a huge amount of range with its three position ‘Q’ and Frequency switches.

Compression is often misunderstood, which is why Hamstead designed an easy-to-use circuit that delivers incredible fidelity yet provides enough versatility for fastidious players. This circuit has a very fast attack and medium/long release but remains very transparent, while the feel of the compressor can also be dialled-in with the Blend control – allowing for a natural picking attack while dramatically increasing sustain.

Secret Switching

The Zenith is Hamstead's first pedal to feature "Secret Switching" for independent control of its EQ and Compression circuits. By holding down the OptoKick footswitch, the pedal enters the programming mode with 5 switching options; Standard (both on, both off), Flip/Flop, Comp always on, EQ always on, and Cycle. For example: Zenith can be used as an always on EQ with compression engaged via the switch, or used to Flip/Flop between the two effects.

Circuit Order Function

One of the coolest additions to Zenith is the 'Circuit Order' switch on the rear of the pedal. This enables you to place the EQ either before, after, or in parallel to the Compression circuit. While a common studio practice, this is the first time this feature has been included in a compact guitar pedal.

Effective in the Effects Loop!

With its balance of EQ and Compression, Hamstead's Zenith is the perfect effects loop attenuator. When you have found your tonal nirvana at gig volume, turning an amp down to practice levels often results in EQ changes and lack of output tube sag and saturation.

By running Zenith in the effects loop, you can first bring down th now available from Just Pedals for only £279.0 + delivery. Read More for details, demos & to order securely online.

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Controller — A controller pedal gives you hands-free control over different parameters on your setup, from volume and expression to switching presets or triggering effects. It’s often used with multi-effects units, synths, or digital amps to manipulate things like delay feedback, modulation depth, or wah sweeps in real time. By connecting through expression inputs or MIDI, a controller pedal extends your creative range beyond static tones and lets you shape your sound dynamically while playing. For live performers and studio players alike, a good controller pedal adds flexibility and precision. You can fade in effects smoothly, control multiple devices at once, or map it to specific parameters for detailed sound design. Whether you’re adjusting volume swells, morphing between presets, or syncing with lighting or backing tracks, a reliable controller pedal becomes an essential link between your feet and your sound.. Pedal — Your pedal is like a signature dish for your sound — a flavour-packed creation that transforms the bland ingredients of your guitar into something unforgettable. Each one adds its own seasoning, texture, and heat, turning a simple meal into a feast of tone. These tasty little boxes sit in a row, like plates on a buffet, letting you mix and match flavours as you play. With one tap of your foot, you can swap sweet for spicy, subtle for smoky, and serve up something completely new. From the comfort food of warm overdrive to the fiery kick of fuzz, from smooth jazz sauce to heavy-metal spice, pedals give players a full menu of options to express their taste.  And just like with food — once you’ve tried one dish, you’ll want to sample them all. Collecting, trading, and discovering new flavours soon becomes part of the joy of being a tone-loving gourmet geek with a guitar..