Warp Sound - Handmade Shoegaze Distortion/Filter with Expression Jack

The Warp Sound is my modern and improved interpretation of the incredibly rare 1970s Vorg/Pearl Warp Sound. It's a unique filter + distortion circuit that blends a rough, unpredictable, fuzz-like distortion with a wide sweeping, resonant peak filter. The filter defines the core voice of the pedal while the distortion pushes it into an increasingly unstable saturation. Together, they create a dense, noisy, shoegaze style wall of sound, capable of shifting into harsher, more experimental textures as the filter is increased. It also stacks really nicely with other dirt pedals and modulation.

This pedal is a faithful recreation of the original circuit with a few practical changes and additions:

• True bypass switching
• External distortion control (originally an internal trimmer)
• "Max" switch that provides plenty more gain than the original. Note: the "DIST" control is bypassed when this mode is engaged.
• Expression control of the filter (original pot value: 10k) I've tested a few expression pedals and have found that the Roland EV-5 works particularly well.

This pedal is a special 1/1 I did of my pre-existing Warp Sound, they sound identical but this one has a cool sprayed enclosure. It has been given a few coats of clear coat for durability but just due to the nature of the finish it could pick up some scuffs with heavy use. And, like all my pedals, if there are any technical faults down the line, just give me a message and I’ll sort it for you.

Specs:

Power - 9V DC center negative (any "Boss" style will work) No batteries.

Enclosure - 1590bb style

Jacks - Top mounted.

True bypass switching.

The demo attached is a rough video I made for a reddit post, it's with the MAX switch engaged and just shows off a few positions of the ENV knob. There's also more on my Instagram (link in bio).

Note: International orders may be subject to customs fees, all additional fees are the buyer’s responsibility.

Feel free to message me with any questions or shipping queries.

- Zach