The EarthQuaker Devices Palisades is one of the most comprehensive analogue overdrive pedals ever produced. Built by hand in the USA, it takes inspiration from the legendary Tube Screamer circuit but expands the concept dramatically with dual gain channels, a dedicated clean boost, six clipping voices, five bandwidth settings and an enormous range of tonal shaping options. Whether you're chasing transparent low-gain drive, classic mid-focused blues tones or saturated lead sounds, the Palisades delivers exceptional versatility in a single pedal. 

Unlike many overdrive pedals that offer one signature sound, the Palisades is designed to replace several drives on your pedalboard. With its independent Gain A and Gain B channels, flexible clipping options and post-drive boost, it can serve as a clean boost, edge-of-breakup overdrive, classic Tube Screamer-style drive or high-gain solo pedal. It remains one of EarthQuaker Devices' most ambitious analogue designs.

This pre-owned EarthQuaker Devices Palisades is presented in very good condition and comes complete with its original box, making it an excellent choice for players seeking one of the most versatile boutique overdrive pedals available.

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Condition Overview

Very Good Condition

This pedal is in very good condition with only light cosmetic signs of previous ownership.

Professionally tested by the Fair Deal Music team and fully operational.

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What's Included?

✔ EarthQuaker Devices Palisades Overdrive

✔ Original Box

✔ Fully Tested by Fair Deal Music

✘ No Power Supply

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Condition Notes

• Very good overall condition
• Light cosmetic signs of previous use
• All footswitches operating correctly
• Controls functioning smoothly
• Input and output jacks fully operational

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Fair Deal Quality Control Assessment

Our team has thoroughly inspected and tested this EarthQuaker Devices Palisades to ensure it is fully functional and ready for sale.

Checks completed include:

✔ Gain A channel tested

✔ Gain B channel tested

✔ Boost function verified

✔ Voice selector checked

✔ Bandwidth selector tested

✔ Footswitches inspected

✔ Input and output jacks verified

✔ Overall functionality confirmed

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Service / Setup Work

Prior to sale this pedal has been:

✔ Fully tested

✔ Controls checked

✔ Footswitches inspected

✔ Audio signal verified

✔ Input and output sockets inspected

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Why Choose The EarthQuaker Devices Palisades?

Incredible Tonal Flexibility

With six clipping voices, five bandwidth settings and two independent gain channels, the Palisades offers an enormous range of overdrive textures, making it capable of covering multiple styles and gain levels from one pedal.

Dual Gain Channels

Separate Gain A and Gain B controls allow you to switch instantly between lower and higher gain sounds, making the Palisades ideal for rhythm and lead playing without adjusting knobs mid-song.

Dedicated Clean Boost

A separately switchable post-drive boost provides extra volume for solos without affecting your carefully dialled-in drive settings.

Extensive Tone Shaping

The selectable clipping voices, bandwidth control, Bright switch and Buffer switch allow you to tailor the pedal to virtually any guitar, amplifier or playing style.

Fully Analogue Circuit

Despite its impressive flexibility, the Palisades remains a completely analogue pedal, delivering dynamic response and natural feel under your fingers.

Handmade In The USA

Each Palisades is hand-built by EarthQuaker Devices using premium components and the robust construction that has made the company one of the world's leading boutique pedal manufacturers.

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Why Buy Pre-Owned?

Buying pre-owned offers an excellent opportunity to own a premium boutique overdrive pedal while saving money.

Benefits include:

• Better value than buying new
• Professionally tested before sale
• Reduced depreciation
• Handmade USA-built quality
• Sustainable alternative to buying new

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Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

EarthQuaker Devices Palisades vs EarthQuaker Devices Dunes

The Dunes captures many of the Palisades' core tones in a smaller enclosure, while the Palisades offers significantly more clipping options, dual gain channels and an integrated boost.

EarthQuaker Devices Palisades vs JHS Bonsai

The Bonsai recreates multiple historic Tube Screamer circuits, whereas the Palisades expands the Tube Screamer concept with extensive tone shaping and dual-channel functionality.

EarthQuaker Devices Palisades vs Ibanez Tube Screamer TS9

The TS9 delivers one iconic overdrive voice, while the Palisades provides dozens of tonal variations inspired by—but extending well beyond—the classic Tube Screamer circuit.

EarthQuaker Devices Palisades vs Fulltone OCD

The OCD offers a more open, amp-like overdrive, while the Palisades excels in mid-focused overdrive tones with significantly greater tonal flexibility.

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Who Is It For?

Beginners

Suitable for ambitious players wanting one premium overdrive capable of covering multiple sounds.

Intermediate Players

Ideal for musicians looking to simplify their pedalboard while retaining maximum tonal flexibility.

Professional Players

An outstanding choice for session musicians, touring guitarists and players who require multiple gain stages in one pedal.

Particularly Recommended For

• Blues
• Rock
• Indie
• Alternative
• Classic rock
• Fusion
• Session work
• Studio recording

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Understanding Clipping & Bandwidth Controls

The Palisades' clipping and bandwidth controls dramatically change the pedal's response rather than acting as simple EQ adjustments.

The Voice selector changes the clipping diodes, affecting compression, headroom and harmonic character, while the Bandwidth control alters both the bass response and gain structure. Combined with the Bright and Buffer switches, these controls allow the pedal to adapt to virtually any guitar and amplifier combination. This flexibility is one of the reasons the Palisades has become a favourite amongst players who need multiple overdrive sounds from a single pedal.

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Product Story / Context

Released in 2014, the Palisades was EarthQuaker Devices' ambitious answer to the Tube Screamer. Rather than producing another clone, the company reimagined the circuit with dramatically expanded functionality, resulting in one of the most feature-rich analogue overdrive pedals ever produced. Although it has since been discontinued, it remains highly regarded for its versatility and has become something of a modern boutique classic.

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Technical Specifications

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Power Requirements

• 9V DC centre-negative power supply
• No battery operation
• Pedal-specific isolated power supply recommended
• Power supply not included.

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Pairs Perfectly With

• Isolated pedal power supply
• Delay pedal
• Reverb pedal
• Modulation pedal
• Valve amplifier
• Pedalboard
• Instrument cables
• Selected pre-owned boutique effects

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Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

Fair Deal Music is a family-run independent music retailer founded in 1987 and Birmingham's largest independent music store.

With over 6,000 Excellent 4.9-star Trustpilot reviews, knowledgeable musicians available by phone, online and in-store, fast UK delivery and secure online ordering, customers across the UK trust us for both new and pre-owned equipment.

Every pre-owned effects pedal is thoroughly tested before sale, ensuring you can buy with confidence. Whether you're building a boutique pedalboard or searching for the perfect overdrive, our experienced team can help.

Looking for advice on choosing the right overdrive pedal, boutique effects or pedalboard setup? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Palisades based on a Tube Screamer?

Yes. It takes inspiration from the classic TS808 circuit but greatly expands upon it with additional gain channels, clipping options, bandwidth settings and a dedicated boost.

Is the Palisades analogue?

Yes. It is a fully analogue overdrive pedal with relay-based true bypass switching.

What does the Boost footswitch do?

It activates an independent post-drive volume boost, making it ideal for lead playing and solos.

Can I use Gain A and Gain B separately?

Yes. Gain A provides lower-gain sounds, while Gain B offers a higher-gain setting that can be switched independently.

Is it suitable for stacking with other pedals?

Absolutely. The Palisades works exceptionally well with boosts, fuzzes and modulation pedals thanks to its flexible EQ and gain structure.

Does it include a power supply?

No. A power supply is not included.

Does it come with the original box?

Yes. This example includes the original box.

Can I try it in-store?

Yes. You're welcome to visit our Birmingham showroom to try available EarthQuaker Devices pedals and speak with our experienced team.