Jack White and Beetronics Unveil the Unique ‘Old Zoo Lion Meat’ Fuzz Pedal
Jack WhiteS Third Man Hardware has once again joined forces with Beetronics to introduce an intriguing new pedal: the ‘Old Zoo Lion Meat.’ This collaboration is generating excitement among guitar enthusiasts and pedal collectors alike.
With a name as quirky as it’s design, this limited-edition fuzz pedal resembles a vintage tuna can and is restricted to just 333 units. While this isn’t the first fuzz pedal from White’s innovative gear company, it stands out for its sleek and minimalist approach.
design and Features
the pedal features Beetronics’ signature tuna-can aesthetic, delivering “rich, vintage-inspired sounds” through a straightforward single-dial interface. The ‘Phlegmatic Roar’ dial controls the overall output volume, while the fuzz effect is influenced by the guitar’s volume knob, allowing for a versatile range of tones.
When dialed back, players can expect a clean, articulate sound, but crank it up, and you’ll unleash a “thundering wall of vintage fuzz.”
Unique Aesthetics
The artwork for the pedal is crafted by Rob Jones, a familiar collaborator of White’s. The packaging is equally eye-catching, presented in an elaborate blister pack that mimics a retro meat label, cleverly referencing the biblical tale of Samson and the lion.
Marketing and Availability
As stated in the collaboration’s promotional material: “Indulge, than plug in to give your guitar a taste of bees, reminiscent of the legendary lion’s remains from Samson’s story.”
Priced at $150, the pedal is exclusively available through Reverb. However, as of now, it appears to be sold out. Interested buyers are encouraged to click the heart icon on Reverb to receive notifications if any second-hand units become available.
Other Notable Collaborations
For those intrigued by Third Man Hardware’s unique offerings, check out their previous collaborations, including a distinctive reverb pedal created with JHS Pedals and the Knife Drop, a versatile synth/octave/overdrive pedal developed with Eventide.
Meanwhile, Beetronics continues to push the boundaries of pedal design with their latest release, the Bee Bee Dee, which ventures beyond traditional analog delay.
