EarthQuaker Devices PLUMES Overdrive - Metal

[@27retrodaze]

I feel like we dont talk about attenuators enough in our high gain community... I bought an Iron Man and i feel like im RE-discovering all my tube amps all over again as if they were new because i can bring those cooked tubes down to a humane level... And man those sounds are addicting... Super rad purchase. 🤘

[@FarBeyondMetalz]

My favorite way to use this is after a regular overdrive pedal, into a somewhat undergained amp. So SD-1 on normal settings -> Plumes middle switch with tone at about 2.5 to 3.5, level a little under half and the gain just on a little bit -> Plexi or something low gain. It is a secret weapon for me actually :D

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Oh that’s cool man!

[@XChristianNoirX]

Cool you're using the OD808 on the 5150 now. After I suggested it I don't think you liked it at first. I'm the Stealth 50 watt, I'm actually liking the Sd-1 now haha.. On the blue channel. On the red channel, I'm starting to like the OCD V 1.4 with the bass on the amp not higher than maybe 1 o'clock. On the blue channel though, the SD-1 easily wins. The OCD 1.4 has too much low end for the blue channel, but makes the red channel have a little more Fidelity, as long as the gain of the red channel isn't too high and you keep the bass close to noon. The SD-1 doesn't make the blue channel sound like a Marshall, but it brings the sound baked into the boosted Marshall tone we are used to back to the Stealth a little bit. I keep the volume and gain pointed right about where it says tone, and the tone kinda where you have it, but I have a totally different guitar and pickups. At that point it cuts a little less bass which works better for me. The only issue is it can be a bit noisy as you bring the gain up. The C6 mod on the sd1 also works pretty well.. It's subtle but it also adds a little noise. It makes the mid bump just slightly less and opens the top just a tad. When you first do the mod, you don't notice it a whole lot to be honest. But after a day of playing it and you switch it back to stock, you can make a better judgment. It's kind of like the trick Marty Friedman uses with the Maxon AF-9. The c6 mod doesn't sound like the af-9 of course, but the part that's similar is that when you first turn it on, you don't notice a difference, but after turning it off you do. I still have to install a switch for the mod to do a better AB though, because each sd-1 I have still sounds a little different. It's the easiest mod ever. You just unsolder capacitor c6. To put it on a switch, you just unsolder 1 leg and put a switch in between. I'm going to out the switch inside of the pedal for now, not to drill my pedal. Speaking of the AF-9 though, it's a crazy cool pedal for leads the way Marty uses it. You turn all the controls to zero and it adds a tiny envelope to the attack of your notes. It's really an auto wah, but with the controls down, one barely notices the tone, except that it adds this really cool dynamic to a leads that's addictive to play. I kicked out and got one for super cheap because it had sharpie marks on it, but I just used some alcohol and it came right off and now I have mint pedal! I also have the version with sliders. I'm not sure if the version with knobs works identically with everything at zero but maybe. Again, with these settings, it doesn't do a heavy auto wah sound. It's very subtle and mostly on the attack of the note... Almost like an extra dimension to your note dynamics. IIRC, the only control I might slightly raise is the sensitivity slider. I think the price went up a couple year ago because bass players realized that it works really well as a mutron-type pedal... Because expensive 3leaf pedals are always sold out due to purposefully limited production, it became an alternate pedal to try. Anyhow, I think Marty has a demo of it on YT. Sorry I went on a tangent.. I just remembered the AF-9 when talking about c6. 😂

[@MangoMeoww]

God damn man your picking is crazy tight, awesome!

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Thanks!

[@lylaznboi01]

I feel like you can't go wrong with any of the overdrives you have, it's just a different flavor. If people like to have their low mids, but also still have your typical tube screamer sound in front of the amp, nothing wrong with the plumes. If people prefer that tight low mids, your typical tube screamer will do the job. They're all roughly the same price. It's up to the player on what's right for them.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Indeed 👌.

[@patrickdevir7639]

I’ve owned a Plumes for a few months now. It is versatile and good for the money no doubt but not my personal favorite when it comes to tight thrashy stuff which I typically play. In my experience the Maxon OD808 is the king for that application. And I gotta say the SD-1 sounded really good for that in this video. Idk why I haven’t gotten one of those yet. They’re so affordable but sound rad. Great video I love your content keep it up! 🤘

[@EugeValovirta230V]

One can’t go wrong with SD or 808 👌💪. Thanks!

[@chrisday4845]

Really enjoyed those Slayer and Metallica riffs! I bought an SD-1 after finding your channel a few months ago and I definitely prefer it over my other drives. It just has that extra a bit of aggression and hits all the right frequencies. So thanks. Great playing, great review.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Cool! Thanks man glad to hear!

[@horrifyinggelatinousblob]

I love the Plumes as a drive into a Big Muff Tone Wicker for heavy sludge/Stoner riffs in B standard

[@EugeValovirta230V]

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[@TheEvral]

Great pedal! What model is your chair btw? Been searching for a model with that option for the arm rests.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

🤟👌. It’s this one: www.galaxus.ch/en/s12/product/tectake-springsteen-office-chairs-17324608?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIi7We4rKs-AIVFBoGAB0Qqga2EAQYASABEgKL9vD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[@ronk8231]

I find the Plumes doesn't work too well with my JCM 800 compared to the SD1, but it's the other way around when going into to my EVH 5150.

[@acbenitez3614]

We're on the same frequency, have an 800 and SD1 since mid 90's, tight, reliable and accurate tone review again.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Cool!

[@johnpierson8398]

The first notes out of your new Marshall cab in this video with the mic on the 57 on the Celestion speaker, really showed how great it sounds! This really complements your VHT/Fryette cab. I have to agree that the SD-1 on a Marshall is a killer combination. Great video.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Indeed 💪. Thanks!

[@WelderMetal]

Great tones , thanks for sharing this video !

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Thanks!

[@verruckterwissenschaftler]

Love your axe Euge😍

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Me too 😊🤟.

[@skrabio]

Perfect timing. I’ve had one of these for a bit and haven’t been sure what to make of it. Always love seeing another perspective 🤘

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Cool!

[@allboutthemojo]

@@EugeValovirta230V can you do a video on how to use a harmonizer? How to dial it in the right setting. Do you use it with chorus or does that make it sound like it has too much effect. Use it for leads or rythym and which harmonizer pedal you recommend?

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Sure man! Great suggestion! 🙏👌

[@allboutthemojo]

@@EugeValovirta230V 🙏

[@matthewlewis281]

Made me so happy to hear you demo a pedal I own into a kick ass cab.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Cool!

[@ArticLight14]

Well today I received an old friend. Back in the early 2000s I had a valvestate and a Boss Super OD. Been years. Got an all tube Marshall now. 50 bucks. The black box it showed up in looked worth that. Didn’t even set it. Just plugged it in. That sound and tone. And a bonus. Turn the clean on with the OD and some echo. Geezus. Euge we both know………

[@EugeValovirta230V]

We know 😎💪.

[@dave_sustain]

got the SD-1 a few months back and kicked off all my other overdrives :D

[@EugeValovirta230V]

That’s the way 😎💪.

[@dave_sustain]

@@EugeValovirta230V yes, this is the way 🔥🔥🔥thank you for the great content Euge 🙌

[@EugeValovirta230V]

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[@mr.mikehunt4286]

im starting to become a regular Euge Valovirta TV view lol and fan, this pedal in software (by neural DSP) is great but like you said, when the real SD-1 or even the Plugin Alliance Yellowed version is used its way way better.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Glad to hear man! Thanks!

[@10000rambos]

Amazing guitar!! I inquired about an ESP custom shop build, but the wait was 26 months and I don’t have that kind of patience. I think you and I are cut from the same cloth as far as guitar tone. Overdriven Marshalls and EMGs

[@EugeValovirta230V]

It is 👌. Sounds like we are 😎.

[@warrrmayhem]

Hey Euge! Not sure where the unity position on the volube knob is on sd-1, but for Plumes it is a little below 12 o clock:)) The thing has a ton of volume and gain (and the tone knob is also pretty powerful heheh). So if you put the knobs regular tubescreamer style you are actually pushing the crap out of the preamp with the volume, hence the flub. I love my Plumes because it doesn't get the honk of the other tubescreamer style pedals, it boosts the higher mids, around 1k, still cuts through, bit sits better in the mix in my opinion. Love the channel!

[@EugeValovirta230V]

It’s about the same 😎👌. It does indeed. Great pedal but I still prefer SD-1. Probably ’cos I’ve used one since early 90s and it just feels like home 😊. Glad to hear! Thanks man!

[@Marcelo_B_159]

Nice seeing the V out! Good pedal, but for me is - EMG81-SD1-Marshall tone. There is something that works so good with that combo.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Indeed 👌💪.

[@mcoon1987]

Man, that V is sick! I totally agree, I’ve used an SD-1 for years. I kept trying different overdrives because I thought I’d find something better, I always end up coming back to an SD-1. I also got a Plumes because of all the hype when they came out. Now I run both on my board, they are so different it’s almost like having two rhythm or lead tones depending. The plumes also seems to make a lot more noise, I never run the output past half because otherwise it makes a shitload of noise. I think it has the most gain of any overdrive I’ve tried. Another cool one to check out if you haven’t is the Maxon OD808X, used to have one and I liked it a bit more than the plumes.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Yeah! 😎 Indeed. Yeah I used the 808x on one Shining album if I remember correct. It was the other guitarist Peter Huss’ od and we both ended up using that. But I think I also used an SD on that album like always 😎. I think the album was the IX.

[@GarryParker]

Great, honest review as usual. I came for a gear review and stayed for the awesome Slayer riffage! You've convinced me with your videos that a boosted Marshall is the way to go, so I am currently running an SD-1 into a Pro Tone Gary Holt Mid Boost into a Silver Jubilee 2525h and it sounds killer. I just wish I had half your talent!

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Glad to hear man! That’s the way! 💪 Thanks!

[@sjcortese]

I see you wasted no time giving that Marshall cab a good home lol. The SD-1 is going to be hard to beat.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Indeed 💪😊.

[@gilbertostefan]

Hey Euge, if possible, i would like to see you with a fortin grind blackout in front of jubilee, jvm410 and jcm 800... would be GREAT... just a wish and suggestion... see you!☺️

[@EugeValovirta230V]

I had the Grind back in the day and it wasn’t really my thing but if I get my hands on one someday again then why not 😎.

[@gilbertostefan]

@@EugeValovirta230V all right, thank you buddy!🤗

[@burtosu86guitar]

that smyle when that note goes ......... in a friendly way, u lil bas ard. as allways, Great content

[@EugeValovirta230V]

😎🤟🙏

[@stevestarr6395]

I really love my SD-1 on your suggestion Euge but also will say the Plumes on 2 position was very nice!

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Glad to hear!

[@Greg-rd8qr]

Awesome review, I had that pedal, good pedal, you should try a Wampler Tumnus, you wouldn't think it is for high gain, but you will be surprised! I have 2 of them, the mini and the deluxe, also try the Precision Drive, I wanna see what you think about these pedals! Thanks Euge!!🇨🇦🤘🎸

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Thanks! Yeah I had that back in the day but didn’t really work for me (boosting an 800😎) and I’ve tried the Precision too but SD-1 is still the one for me 😎.

[@Greg-rd8qr]

@@EugeValovirta230V I'm gonna start using my Sd-1 more often!

[@Moirchester]

Powerful sound says Pepita \m/

[@EugeValovirta230V]

😎🤟

[@jasons.3921]

Euge, I was really enjoying all the riffing going on throughout this demo. By chance have you had the opportunity to try out the Pepers Dirty Tree overdrive? If so, what did ya think? Cheers from Texas.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Thanks man! No I haven’t.

[@ingve77]

@@EugeValovirta230V Do yourself a favor and grab a Dirty Tree pedal to try. I managed to get one about a month ago, it's awesome! I think you would like what it brings to the game.

[@kushtrim06]

Hi Euge , thanks for sharing this with us, you are amazing player, and you have incredible monster tone , I’m interested in your signature IR , I know it’s Bogren but I can’t find specific one, can you help please 🙏

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Thanks! It’s called ’Valovirtuous’ and it’s on Jens’ ’Lead & Clean’ - pack 👌.

[@kushtrim06]

Thanks 🙏

[@andrewsmall4865]

Would love to see you demo the MXR Sugar Drive.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

If I get my hands on one someday then for sure 👌.

[@guntherachterhof4876]

Ahh what playing! ❤ Pantera solo.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

🙏🤟

[@robertwilson2160]

Great playing! (was that slayer in there?!)

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Thanks! Yes 😎🤟.

[@KipCount]

I've done the SD-1 / 808 / Plumes shootout with my Marshall DSL20 and I ended up preferring the Plumes with it. I found the SD-1 too tight and aggressive for my taste with the DSL20. 808 was fine, but I get more clarity with the Plumes. I actually like the fact that the Plumes cuts less bass. It's exactly what I was looking for. I wanted a little tightening, but not SD-1 levels of right. Again, SD-1 is a beast, just makes my amp more aggressive then I usually like. I'm more of a heavy rock, punk player, and not nearly as much of a metal player as you, so it all makes sense. I can totally hear how the SD-1 is magic with your playing and the 800. Great video. Thanks!

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Cool! It’s all about personal preferences 👌. Thanks!

[@skrabio]

I’ve also learned that each clipping mode has way more head room than their “competition”, along with the tone control being entirely different than the usual pedals.

[@KipCount]

@@skrabio I do love the tone control on the Plumes. I've usually got mine set between 9:00 and noon, usually closer to 9:00. I start at 0 and just come up until I've got enough brightness.

[@Jesterhead21]

I take the SD-1 with passive pickups but for my active guitars I prefer a 808 or the build in boost of my amp. I totally understand your point with the SD-1. It's pretty agressive. The 808 is definitely smoother.

[@OfficialFatLip]

so whats the 808 screamer you have on your pedal board, Ibenez? I cant find it on the net

[@EugeValovirta230V]

It’s a replica made by a Finnish guy over 20 years ago from the actual original 808 parts. I was lucky to get (buy) one from him ’cos he had a very limited stash of those parts.

[@OfficialFatLip]

@@EugeValovirta230V I say Asymmetric all the way for Marshall tube drive but some amps respond better to symmetric, I hope they add the EV (Euge Valovirta) as well as a few of your IRs into the AMP1 mod pedal board., you nailed the Rhoads sound, there is a guy on IG that tried out for Ozzy with Zack, all the guys helped each other with getting Randy's live tone with chorus pedals, Ozzy wanted that sound on record and a producer Ozzy got nailed it with a JCM800 combo and the spx90 chorus.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

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[@trinityflow]

Love the new cabinet! Playing is great as always.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Me too 😎. Thanks!

[@MikeSingSing]

I'm actually looking at the plumes since i need a versatile OD with top mounted jacks, not much space left on my board. Kinda think it could work, but not so sure after watching this. Are there any SD-1 Clones you know of?

[@EugeValovirta230V]

😎🤟. New SD is about 50$ so it’s probably cheaper than any clone if there are any. I have no idea 😊.

[@omegasunn]

Awesome vid Euge! What brand is that 808 on your board ?

[@EugeValovirta230V]

Thanks! It was made by a Finnish guy over 20 years ago from the actual original 808 parts. He couldn’t make that many of those, for the obvious reasons (=the og parts 😎), and I was one of the lucky ones who managed to buy one from him 👌.

[@omegasunn]

@@EugeValovirta230V nice to have something so unique and rare!

[@EugeValovirta230V]

It is 👌.

[@Margilio5150]

So SLAYERy, so cool 😎

[@EugeValovirta230V]

😎🤟

[@ratt669]

The Plum is not for a Marshall. For it, it's Plouf... (splash in the water) :) To me the most versatile and best is still a TS9. Especially for a Rectifier.

[@EugeValovirta230V]

😎🤟

[@jessemuscato]

Yup the plumes is garbage I had two of them tried to work with it it’s just simply not a good pedal. Sd1 slays. 59 bucks to destroy most pedals

[@EugeValovirta230V]

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