EarthQuaker Devices Sunn O))) Life V3 Distortion, Octave Up & Booster Pedal

£339.00

On the menu for January 2026 are the EarthQuaker Devices Guitar Pedals, freshly added and carefully selected. These New units are available to order online with fast, secure delivery from trusted UK retailers. Read on for full details, specifications, demos, videos, reviews, and the best places to buy the EarthQuaker Devices Guitar Pedals today.


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On the menu for January 2026 are the EarthQuaker Devices Guitar Pedals, freshly added and carefully selected. These New units are available to order online with fast, secure delivery from trusted UK retailers. Read on for full details, specifications, demos, videos, reviews, and the best places to buy the EarthQuaker Devices Guitar Pedals today.

Here's what EarthQuaker Devices say about the Sunn O))) Life V3

Sunn O))) and EarthQuaker Devices are pleased to bring you the Life Pedal Volume III. The Life Pedal V3 circuit has been meticulously tweaked from the original to squeeze every last drop of heavy crushing tone available. The octave section has been fine tuned to make it more pronounced without losing the bottom end and we added a third footswitch, utilizing Flexi Switch Technology, for the octave to allow an additional method of quick and radical tone shaping. We are excited to have this back in permanent production, it is a true labor of love.

Life Pedal V3 is a distortion with a blendable analog octave up and a booster combined in one compact package. The “Amplitude” side is faithfully modeled after the classic “White Face” distortion unit, using modern, reliable components to last a lifetime. The only modifications made to the original circuit are in the clipping section. The traditional circuit uses a single pair of silicon diodes for a tight, compressed crunch.

As with version 2, Life Pedal V3 offers two additional clipping options to better adapt to different rigs. The first position is no diodes to allow for full, grinding Op Amp assault at maximum volume. The second position utilizes two silicon diodes and one LED in an asymmetrical clipping configuration. This delivers a slightly compressed and smooth crunch, similar to a valve amplifier. The last position is the stock double silicon diode configuration which provides that classic tone you know and love.

Key Features

  • Distortion pedal with a blendable analog octave up and a booster – for instant earth-shaking Sunn O))) signature tones
  • Version 3 of the popular Life Pedal, designed in collaboration with Sunn O)))
  • Features 3 different clipping options: Symmetrical Silicon, Asymmetrical Silicon & LED, Pure OpAmp Drive
  • Distortion and booster can be used independently
  • Expression and Footswitch control over analog octave up (NEW!)
  • Octave blend allows total control over how much Octave is mixed into the circuit
  • All-analog signal path
  • True bypass
  • Silent relay-based switching with Flexi-Switch® Technology
  • Powered by regular 9 V DC PSU (centre -, 2.1 mm, ~25 mA current draw)

Additional information

Weight 0.7 kg

Brand

EarthQuaker Devices

EarthQuaker Devices is renowned for its innovative and high-quality guitar effects pedals. Some of their most popular products include the Avalanche Run, a versatile stereo reverb and delay pedal, and the Afterneath, known for its unique and atmospheric reverb sounds. The Hoof Fuzz is another favorite, offering rich, creamy fuzz tones, while the Plumes delivers a fresh take on the classic overdrive pedal. Each pedal is handcrafted with meticulous attention to detail in Akron, Ohio, and is celebrated for both its robust build and distinctive sound-shaping capabilities.

We are pleased to offer a wide selection of EarthQuaker Devices products for sale online in the UK, with efficient postage options available. Whether you’re looking for the lush modulations of the Sea Machine chorus or the dynamic range of the Dispatch Master delay and reverb, our inventory is well-stocked to meet your needs. Browse our extensive catalog to find the perfect addition to your pedalboard, and enjoy the convenience of having these exceptional pedals delivered straight to your door.

Category

Guitar Pedals

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Distortion

Distortion pedals take your clean guitar signal and transform it into something bigger, bolder, and full of attitude. By clipping the waveform, they add sustain, bite, and aggression, creating that thick, compressed tone that’s powered rock music for decades. From the growling crunch of classic hard rock to the tight, saturated roar of modern metal, distortion is all about energy and presence. It gives every note weight and authority, pushing your amp to its limits and beyond.

There are countless flavours of distortion, each with its own texture and edge. Some sound smooth and creamy, others raw and gnarly like tearing fabric. It’s the sonic equivalent of turning up the heat until the sound cooks — rich, sizzling, and perfectly seasoned to taste. Whether used for rhythm muscle or soaring leads, a good distortion pedal doesn’t just add volume; it adds personality, grit, and that unmistakable sense of power under your fingers.

Expression

Expression pedals allow real-time control over specific parameters on compatible guitar pedals, such as volume, delay time, modulation depth, or filter sweep. Used with an expression input, they let players shape effects dynamically with their foot, adding movement and performance control that cannot be achieved with fixed knob settings.

New

This is brand new, fresh in, and a UK warranty is included. New Gear always comes from trusted UK music retailers.

Octave

An octave pedal shifts your guitar signal up or down by one or more octaves, blending the altered pitch with your original sound to create a fuller, more complex tone. It can add a deep, bass-like layer underneath your playing or a shimmering high octave on top for lead lines and solos. Classic analogue octave pedals often produce slightly gritty, organic sounds, while modern digital versions track more precisely and can offer multiple octave ranges.

Octave pedals are great for thickening single-note riffs, creating synth-style textures, or even mimicking bass parts when playing alone. They pair well with fuzz or overdrive pedals for massive, harmonically rich tones. Whether you’re after vintage Hendrix-style octave fuzz or a modern polyphonic sound that tracks chords cleanly, an octave pedal opens up a world of creative possibilities and adds real weight and character to your tone.

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Volume

Volume pedals control the output level of a guitar signal using a foot-operated treadle. They allow smooth volume swells, dynamic control during playing, and easy muting between songs. Volume pedals can be placed at different points in the signal chain to either control overall loudness or adjust gain and drive behaviour when positioned before distortion or overdrive pedals.

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