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"It was kind of one of those eureka moments..."
On this episode of Board to Death, we catch up with Erik Bickerstaffe from the phenomenal UK metal-melders, Loathe!
Erik breaks down the elements behind his atmospheric, heavy soundscapes and explains how he uses them to keep the creativity flowing without overthinking the process.
Check out the full episode and find out how simply trying different things turned into a signature sonic movement.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/3YKRcg0bS8A
And be sure to check out Loathe's latest release, "A Stranger To You" at https://bfan.link/a-stranger-to-you
08/08/2026
Bring a little bit of your pedalboard to the beach with an EarthQuaker Devices Beach Towel! They're soft, they're loud, and they're the best way to claim your spot on the sand this summer.
Whether you’re drying off after a deep dive into sonic waves, or just soaking up some sun, our beach towels have got you covered.
Shop now at eqdmerch.com!
08/07/2026
The Sunn O))) HalfLife Octave Distortion + Boost possesses three distinct clipping options that govern the Amplitude circuit.
Op-Amp: Absolute.
Asymmetrical: Smoldering.
Symmetrical: Dense.
At the threshold waits a monophonic analog octave, controllable by hand or expression. Magnitude provides an independent, 100% clean MOSFET boost—preserving your signal while pushing the amplifier into total ecstasy.
We hope you transcend. earthquakerdevices.com/half-life
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Photo by Dan Price
We recently met up with the incredible Eva Gardner (The Mars Volta, P!nk, Gwen Stefani, Cher) at Seahorse Sound and introduced her to the Scrolls Bass Odyssey!
In this clip, Eva has both the Drive and EQ channels engaged and is using the Vari-Freq control to dial in a punchy, gritty, full-frequency tone. And btw, that’s no ordinary bass Eva’s using. It’s a family heirloom. This 1962 Fender Precision Bass belonged to her father, Kim Gardner, bassist for the legendary English rock band The Creation. He converted it to fretless circa 1970.
Learn more about the Scrolls Bass Odyssey:
earthquakerdevices.com/scrolls
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Directed & Edited by: Vice Cooler
Director of Photography: Dalton Blanco
Audio Engineer: Scott Cornish
Shot at Seahorse Sound
08/05/2026
Kentaro Nakao built a wall of sound that helped define a generation of Japanese rock music—a sound we recently helped him harness in the Scrolls Bass Odyssey. Yet despite his lasting influence, Kentaro and his work remain largely undiscovered by North American audiences.
In our latest blog, we explore Kentaro's remarkable career, discover his unique sonic imprint, and listen to the songs Kentaro himself selected as the definitive examples of his body of work.
Read the blog at earthquakerdevices.com/blog-posts/meet-kentaro-nakao
08/04/2026
We're headed to New England for Stompbox Sonic XVII! Join us Saturday, August 29 from 12-4 p.m. at Arts at the Armory in Somerville, MA, for a celebration of sonic exploration and a day of performances, gear, community, art and fun.
Guests can meet builders, try gear, and discover pedals and instruments from some of the most iconic, boutique, and cutting-edge brands. The event will feature presentations and live performances, on-site food and drinks, and plenty of space for creative conversations and exchanging ideas.
We'll be set up with special event discounts, custom colorways, and a pedal giveaway!
For more details and tickets, visit: https://sbsxvii.carrd.co/
08/03/2026
Ever wished your guitar wasn’t a guitar at all, but a gritty, glitchy vintage synth?
Welp, wish granted. The Bit Commander™ Analog Octave Synth turns your rig into an army of square-wave synths using nothing but discrete, analog circuitry. And for the entire month of August, it's 10% off.
It's time to get weird in all the most beautiful ways. Shop the Bit Commander at earthquakerdevices.com or visit your favorite participating EQD dealer now.
Hear Dan Horne from Grateful Shred use the Scrolls Bass Odyssey to shape the tone of his flip-top Ampeg to mimic the power, warmth, and classic mid-range punch of an SVT.
Be sure to catch Dan on tour with Grateful Shred in North America this fall!
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Director & Editor: Vice Cooler
Director of Photography: Dalton Blanco
Audio Engineer: Scott Cornish
Shot at The Smell
With the Amplitude and Magnitude circuits fully awakened, Franz Stahl (Scream, Wool, DYS) calls upon the Sunn O))) HalfLife to tear open new dimensions of saturation and summon vibrant harmonic colour into his signal.
Catch Franz Stahl on tour with Scream in Europe this August:
01.08 - Vintage Industrial Bar / Zagreb, Croatia
02.08 -CK 13 Novi / Sad, Serbia
03.08 - Robot / Budapest, Hungary
04.08 -Chelsea / Wein, Austria
06.08 -Rebellion Festival / Blackpool, UK
07.08 - New Cross Inn / London, UK (with The Adolescents)
08.08 - Brakrock / Duffel, Belgium
10.08 - Punk Rock Holiday / Tolmin, Slovenia
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Directed & Edited by: Vice Cooler
Director of Photography: Dalton Blanco
Audio Engineer: Scott Cornish
Shot at Seahorse Sound
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