The Benson Amps Deep Sea Diver Fuzz-Echo Pedal is a collaborative masterpiece developed with Jessica Dobson of the Seattle band Deep Sea Diver. This versatile effects unit combines a silicon three-transistor fuzz variant with a custom-tuned echo section, delivering everything from aggressive treble boosting to thick, dark textured fuzz. Perfect for intermediate to professional players seeking to expand their sonic palette.
The Deep Sea Diver features a meticulously crafted circuit built around a deranged mashup of mk1.5 and mk2 silicon transistor fuzz, tweaked over three years of development to capture Jessica Dobson's signature sound. Its compact, road-worthy enclosure houses intuitive controls that interact dynamically to create an extensive range of textures and tones.
The fuzz section offers highly interactive bias and gate controls that significantly alter the EQ and distortion characteristics, providing tonal options from clean-up treble boosting to thick, wooly textures. The pedal's echo section utilizes a modified PT2399 chip perfectly tuned to complement the fuzz circuit, with standard time, feedback, and level controls.
One unique feature that sets this pedal apart is the ability to change signal routing between fuzz and echo, allowing players to place either effect first in the chain. This versatility creates dramatically different sound possibilities that can transform your playing approach and inspire new creative directions.
The silicon three-transistor fuzz circuit covers incredible ground from aggressive treble booster to thick, dark textured fuzz to gated skronky sounds. The interactive bias and gate controls dramatically alter the EQ and distortion characteristics with even subtle adjustments.
The modified PT2399-based echo circuit features time, feedback, and level controls specifically tuned to complement the fuzz section. Holding down the footswitch activates self-oscillation at certain settings, creating signature Deep Sea Diver sounds.
A unique power-on footswitch option allows players to change the signal path order between fuzz-into-echo or echo-into-fuzz. The LED changes color to indicate the current routing: green for fuzz before echo, orange for echo before fuzz.
The Deep Sea Diver works equally well with guitars, basses, and synthesizers, maintaining its distinctive character regardless of input source or placement in your signal chain.
Developed in collaboration with Jessica Dobson over three years of meticulous refinement, this pedal captures her signature sounds while offering extensive versatility for players of all styles.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Circuit Type | Silicon three-transistor fuzz variant with PT2399 echo |
| Controls | Bias, Gate, Time, Feedback, Level (Echo) |
| Signal Path Options | Switchable fuzz-before-echo or echo-before-fuzz |
| Special Features | Footswitch-activated self-oscillation capability |
| Power Requirements | 9VDC center negative (Boss-style), <100mA current draw |
| Battery Option | No battery option available |
| LED Indicator | Green (fuzz before echo), Orange (echo before fuzz) |
| Warranty | 2 years (excluding modification or damage) |
Visit No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls to experience the sonic versatility of the Benson Amps Deep Sea Diver Fuzz-Echo Pedal in person. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate its extensive tonal capabilities and help you integrate it into your current setup. Contact us today to check availability or schedule a personalized demo session.