The Special Cranker adds edge, grit, and touch-responsive overdrive with a raw, harmonic-rich voice. Perfect for boosting amps, adding crunch, or stacking for expressive, dynamic drive tones. Read more.
The Special Cranker from EarthQuaker Devices is a raw, gritty, and touch-responsive overdrive designed to give your tone harmonic bite without losing clarity. Inspired by classic drive circuits but with modern EQD enhancements, the Special Cranker adds edge-of-breakup crunch, low-gain grind, or full-on gritty boost to any guitar effects setup. Perfect as a standalone drive or for stacking with other pedals.
Special Cranker is a perfect “amp enhancer” pedal. It adds grit without mud, compression without smothering dynamics, and harmonic richness without harshness. Whether used as a first-stage overdrive or to push another drive pedal harder, it always stays musical and reactive. It’s simple, effective, and full of EarthQuaker character.
EarthQuaker Devices builds hand-assembled, boutique effects pedals in Akron, Ohio. Known for imaginative and expressive circuits, EQD pedals inspire musicians with tones that are creative, unique, and reliable for both stage and studio. The Special Cranker reflects their commitment to musical utility and tonal artistry.
Handcrafted in Ohio. Built for creativity. Designed to inspire.
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