Electronic Audio Experiments The Bard

Name: Electronic Audio Experiments The Bard
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€ 249

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Electronic Audio Experiments The Bard is an homage to one of our favorite misunderstood amplifiers of the past: the Music Man HD130.

Manufactured from 1974 to 1984, these amps combined a solid state preamp with a tube power amp, an unusual choice that lead to them being gravely underrated in their time. But the HD130 and its siblings are some of our favorite amps thanks to their pristine (but not quite vintage) clean tones, trashy overdrive, and very wide frequency response that suits both guitar and bass.

The Bard’s circuitry resembles a classic 1960s American amplifier reimagined with op amps in the place of tubes. The clean tones are clear and sparkly, with a gentle dip in the midrange thanks to the passive tone stack. Increasing Drive delivers medium gain sounds with a glassy edge, especially when the Bright switch is active. At the highest Drive settings, the op amps distort in a way that is unapologetically not “tube-like”—a hallmark of the original amps.

The tone stack is located before the primary gain stage and can emphasize specific textures within the overdriven sound. The Bard is a versatile performer that will effortlessly traverse between traditional and angular stylings.

Electronic Audio Experiments The Bard demo video

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Category: Overdrive

Description

Effect: Overdrive
Design: Analog
Mono/Stereo: Mono In, Mono Out
Knobs: Level, Drive, Low, High
Switches: Bright/Normal
Bypass Mode: True Bypass
Power Supply: 9V DC, center negative
Power Consumption: NA
Works on batteries: No
Format: Normal
Made in: USA

Additional information

Weight	0,28 kg
Dimensions	12,1 × 6,5 × 5,9 cm
Category	Stock
Brand	Electronic Audio Experiments
Sort	Guitar, Bass
Type	Overdrive
Routing	Mono In / Mono Out

Brand

Electronic Audio Experiments

Electronic Audio Experiments (EAE) is a boutique guitar pedal manufacturer based in Boston, Massachusetts, known for creating high-quality, innovative effects pedals that cater to musicians and audio enthusiasts. Founded by John Snyder in 2015, the company focuses on designing pedals with unique soundscapes, often blending classic analog sounds with modern digital innovation. EAE pedals are known for their craftsmanship, durability, and flexibility in sound manipulation, appealing to guitarists, bassists, and experimental musicians. EAE’s product line features a range of overdrive, distortion, fuzz, and modulation pedals, with some models becoming highly sought-after for their distinctive tones and versatility. Popular pedals like the Longsword (an overdrive/distortion) and Limelight (a dual channel overdrive) showcase EAE’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of guitar effects. Their pedals are often recognized for their rich tonal palette, dynamic response, and deep customization options, catering to both traditionalists and experimental players. The company’s approach to pedal design emphasizes careful circuit development and user feedback, contributing to their reputation as a high-end, innovative brand in the effects pedal market.