Beetronics releases Zzombee Filtremulator analog multi-effect filter pedal
August 1, 2022 · 3 sources
Beetronics released the Zzombee Filtremulator, an analog multi-effect filter pedal, in mid-20221. The maker describes it as "a one of a kind analog multi effect"2.
The pedal combines filter, wah, LFO, randomized filter, tremolo, swells, overdrive, fuzz and low octave, plus a cross tremolo that Beetronics calls "a very unique kind of tremolo that pulses between the fundamental and a low octave"2. The instrument signal gets a four-stage gain selection and runs in parallel to a monophonic low octave, and the filter can be applied to either path while the other stays untouched2. Three modulated filter modes produce wah-like effects, LFO waves or "over fifty thousand very musical random patterns," and three modulated amplitude modes produce cross tremolo, traditional tremolo or volume swells2. A momentary footswitch ramps and controls modulation movements2. The analog circuit is "digitally parasitized" and adds tap tempo, CV control, external tap, expression out and preset saving2.
"The sounds found in the Zzombee are very unique and would require a very complex rig to be recreated."
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pedal size | 5.5" x 4" x 2.75", including knobs and switches2 |
| Enclosure dimensions | 5.5" x 2" x 3.5"2 |
| Weight | 0.9 lbs / 0.40 kg2 |
| Current draw | 100mA2 |
| Power | 9VDC center negative supply, not included2 |
Beetronics lists the Zzombee as a hand-painted Custom Shop pedal, with each unit unique and possibly showing "scars and character"2. The maker's product pages show the pedal sold out23. No US list price is given on the pages. Guitar.com reported that the company had not released a pedal since the Zzombee until the Sea Bee Harmochorus in March 2023, and that its review of the Zzombee scored it 9/101.