Li'l Izzy
The C.M. Baker Li'l Izzy is a delightfully versatile boost and preamp pedal that packs a punch far beyond its diminutive size. Designed by the legendary effects guru C.M. Baker, this little box is a secret weapon for guitarists seeking to sculpt their tone and push their amp into glorious, saturated overdrive. At its core, the Li'l Izzy is a high-headroom boost circuit that can add up to 20dB of clean gain to your signal. But this is no mere volume knob - the pedal's carefully voiced preamp section imparts a wonderfully organic, tube-like character that breathes life into your tone. Turn up the gain and you'll be rewarded with a rich, harmonically complex overdrive that sings with touch-sensitive responsiveness. But the Li'l Izzy's versatility doesn't end there. Flip the toggle switch and you'll unlock a separate mode that transforms the pedal into a powerful, transparent clean boost - perfect for pushing your amp into natural breakup or giving your solos an extra kick. Guitarists in the know, like Wilco's Nels Cline, have been spotted using the Li'l Izzy to add subtle sparkle and presence to their sound. Whether you're looking to fatten up your rhythm tone, push your amp into glorious saturation, or give your leads some extra oomph, the C.M. Baker Li'l Izzy is a pedal that deserves a spot on your pedalboard. Its compact size and huge sound make it a must-have for discerning tone chasers.
