Introducing Sean from Edge of Breakup, a highly regarded demo artist with a knack for showcasing the finest in effects pedals, guitars, and amplifiers. Sean’s expertise is well known throughout the industry, and manufacturers trust him to present their gear with clarity and precision. His engaging demos, which air every Tuesday and Friday at 8:30 am Pacific Time, have captivated a loyal audience. Drawing inspiration from legends like Jonny Greenwood, Jimi Hendrix, and John Mayer, Sean brings a rich variety of musical influences into his demonstrations. His passion for gear shines through, with a particular love for Lollar Pickups, single coil guitars, and boutique builders such as Frank Brothers and Prisma Guitars.

In his latest demo, Sean introduces the ThorpyFX Heavy Water, a dual boost pedal that has quickly become a favourite among tone enthusiasts. ThorpyFX, a world leading boutique pedal manufacturer, was founded in 2014 by Major Adrian Thorpe, MBE. After a distinguished career in the British Army, Adrian followed his passion for building effects pedals, turning what began as a hobby into one of the most respected names in the industry. ThorpyFX is renowned for producing high fidelity pedals with meticulous attention to detail, and the Heavy Water is no exception.

The ThorpyFX Heavy Water is a double boost pedal that takes the popular boost side of the ThorpyFX The Dane pedal and amplifies it with even more versatility. The right side offers a super clean boost with high headroom, perfect for enhancing your signal without losing clarity. The left side introduces a grittier boost, thanks to Germanium diodes, which add a unique edge to your tone. Each side has its own LOWS control, allowing you to shape your sound with precision, and when combined, the tonal possibilities become nearly limitless.

Sean’s demo of the Heavy Water pedal is a deep dive into what makes this pedal so special. Starting with a clean boost, he explores the full range of the LOWS control before cranking the clean boost to showcase the pedal's headroom. He then shifts to the Germanium voiced dirty boost, demonstrating how it can add texture and grit to your tone. As Sean dials in a lower boost and experiments with cutting the lows, you can hear the dynamic range of the pedal. Finally, he combines both boosts, stacking the clean boost into the dirty side for an intense, full bodied sound that can transform the front end of any valve amp.

Throughout the demo, Sean uses his Moon Guitars Moon Burn loaded with Lambertones pickups, paired with a Benson Monarch amp set to the edge of breakup. This combination highlights the Heavy Water's ability to push an already warm tone into rich, saturated territory, making it clear why this pedal is a must have for musicians looking to elevate their sound.

Sean's demo not only showcases the Heavy Water's capabilities but also his skill in crafting tones that inspire. Watching him navigate the pedal’s features, you’ll gain a real sense of how this boost pedal can enhance your own setup. Whether you’re after subtle nuances or heavier saturation, the ThorpyFX Heavy Water delivers in spades.

For those interested in diving deeper, Sean invites you to watch the full demo video and experience the ThorpyFX Heavy Water in action. Be sure to subscribe to his channel and ring the bell for notifications, so you never miss a new release. You can also follow Sean on his social media channels to stay up to date with all his latest gear demos and insights.

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