Empress ParaEQ MKII Parametric EQ Pedal

£279.00

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Description

The JustPedals team think the Empress ParaEQ MKII Parametric EQ Pedal is a tasty New EQ Pedals option for your smorgasbord (pedalboard). Just Read More for images videos and latest prices from the Empress Effects brand and delivered by a UK retailer, with warranty & more.

Here's what Empress say about the ParaEQ MKII Parametric EQ

The #1 EQ pedal returns – better than ever! We've brought back the most sought after Parametric EQ pedal with groundbreaking upgrades. We kept everything people loved about the original ParaEq and added more fidelity and control.

The original ParaEQ has been loved and trusted by musicians on a variety of instruments for over a decade. The ParaEQ MKII features a low-noise, transparent signal path that is extremely versatile. With three fully parametric bands, you can simultaneously achieve broad tonal shaping and precise fine-tuning to sculpt your perfect sound.

"Sometimes I want my single coils to act more humbuckery. The ParaEq MKII lets me dial in the tone with scientific precision." – Paul Gilbert

"The ParaEq is a studio-grade Swiss Army knife of tone control."  –  Aaron Marshal, Intervals  

"The ParaEq MKII Deluxe lets me dial in the perfect settings with extreme detail, and feels completely transparent. It's now a staple on my pedalboard!"Emily Hopkins, harpist extrodinaire

"Seriously bangin. The ParaEq MkII is a stunner. Shapes up all my basses in a sweet way. Super usable EQ."Timothy J Lefebvre, David Bowie, Empire of the Sun, Sting, John Mayer

Key Features

  • More Control – Whether you're trying to cut through a mix or fix a feedback issue, you need precision! The ParaEq MKII offers the most control of any pedal EQ on the market.
  • More Sweetness – Effortlessly sweeten your tone with beautiful sounding, super smooth Baxandall filters for broad high and low frequency shelving adjustments on the Deluxe.
  • More Power – The ParaEq MKII pedals operates internally at 27V, providing clean headroom without unwanted clipping.
  • More Purity – We’re able to offer the most control without degradation to the tone due to minimal circuit topology­­—the opposite of graphic EQs.

Specifications

  • Input Impedance: 1MΩ
  • Output Impedance: 100Ω
  • Frequency Response (-3dB): 22Hz – 25kHz
  • Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.05%
  • Noise: > 107dB
  • Headroom: +30dBu
  • Input Voltage: 9VDC Centre-Negative
  • Required Current: 300mA
  • Power Input Connector: 2.1mm Barrel Connector
  • Height (Enclosure Only): 1.5”
  • Height (Including Controls): 2.5”
  • Length: 3.5”
  • Width: 4.5”
  • Weight: 1lb

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Brand

Empress Effects

Empress Effects is a Canadian manufacturer of high-quality guitar and bass effects pedals, known for their innovative designs and exceptional sound quality. The company was founded in 2009 and quickly gained a reputation for creating pedals that combine top-tier craftsmanship with user-friendly functionality. Empress Effects is particularly well-regarded for its attention to detail, versatile features, and the ability to produce pedals that suit a wide range of musical styles.

The brand’s products include a variety of effects such as overdrive, distortion, delay, reverb, modulation, and multi-effects units. One of their standout products is the Empress Tape Delay, which is praised for its realistic vintage sound and versatile control options. The Empress Reverb is another popular offering, known for its rich, atmospheric sounds that can cater to everything from subtle room reverb to deep, expansive hall sounds. Empress Effects is celebrated for producing pedals that meet the needs of both professional musicians and hobbyists, often incorporating advanced features like MIDI control and preset storage, making their products suitable for both live performances and studio work.

Category

EQ Pedals

EQ pedals allow you to boost or cut specific frequency ranges, giving precise control over the shape of your guitar or bass tone. They can brighten a dark amp, tame harshness, add midrange focus or tighten low frequencies before a drive pedal.

Although they are less flashy than many effects, EQ pedals are powerful problem-solvers. They can help different guitars work with the same amp, make solos stand out, or fine-tune a pedalboard for different rooms, recordings and live mixes.

Tags

EQ

EQ pedals and related effects are commonly used by guitarists looking to shape their tone in a more focused and creative way. Different designs offer their own response, feel and tonal character depending on the style of music and the type of amplifier or guitar being used.

Many players build pedalboards gradually over time, combining different effects and utilities to create a setup that suits their own sound and workflow. EQ related gear can play an important role in both live performance and studio recording.