Pigtronix Philosopher's Tone CSD (Compressor/Sustainer/Distortion)
 
A USA-made Pigtronix compressor, sustainer, and distortion pedal in one tidy enclosure, come see it at the shop.
 
The Pigtronix Philosopher's Tone CSD packs optical compression, sustain, and harmonic distortion into a single compact pedal built in the USA. It suits players who want to tighten up their tone, stretch out their sustain, and add some grit, all from one box on the board. The CSD variant includes the GRIT distortion circuit alongside the core Philosopher's Tone platform.
 
Condition
 
The enclosure has surface scratches and scuffs on the top and sides. Knobs and hardware are intact, the footswitch and LED are present, and the label on the bottom is clean and fully legible.
 
Tested and working.
 
Sold as item only.
 
Key Features
 
Brand: Pigtronix. Model: Philosopher's Tone CSD. Made in the USA.
Controls: GRIT, SUSTAIN, BLEND, TREBLE, VOLUME, ENGAGE
Power: prints 12-18 VDC, specifies an approved DC 15V supply; none included
Compact and board-friendly: 4.4 x 2.4 x 1 in, 0.75 lb
Certifications printed on unit: RoHS, CE
 
All the cosmetic wear is on the outside; the controls and label are solid.
 
FAQs
 
Q: Can I come in and have a look? A: Absolutely. We are at 2641 Commercial Drive, Vancouver. Come in any time during business hours.
 
Q: What is the condition like in person? A: Surface scratches and scuffs on the enclosure top and sides, typical of a used pedal. Knobs, footswitch, LED, and the bottom label are all clean and intact.
 
Q: What is included? A: The pedal only. No power supply, cables, or original box.
 
Q: What power supply does it need? A: The pedal prints 12-18 VDC and calls for an approved DC 15V supply. You will need to bring your own or pick one up separately.
 
Q: What kind of player or setup is this suited for? A: Any guitarist who wants compression, sustain, and drive from a single compact pedal on a pedalboard.