Electro-Harmonix Small Stone EH4800 Phase Shifter Pedal – Used

Quick Product Summary

The Electro-Harmonix Small Stone EH4800 is a classic analogue phase shifter renowned for its thick, fluid sweep and unmistakable swirling modulation. With just a single Rate control and two-position Color switch, it delivers a surprisingly broad range of phaser sounds without unnecessary complexity.

This used example is in Good condition, showing visible signs of previous ownership and regular use. From slow, spacious movement to fast rotary-style sweeps and deep psychedelic phasing, the Small Stone remains one of Electro-Harmonix's most distinctive modulation designs.

What Makes the Electro-Harmonix Small Stone Special?

The Small Stone's analogue circuitry produces a warm, full-bodied phase effect with plenty of movement and depth. The Rate control adjusts the speed of the sweep, allowing everything from slow atmospheric modulation to rapid, almost rotating-speaker-style effects.

Its signature Color switch changes the feedback and overall character of the phase shift. In one position the sound remains full and smooth, while the alternate setting produces a stronger, more pronounced sweep with a distinctive hollowed-out character.

Who Is It For?

The Small Stone is ideal for guitarists looking for a straightforward analogue phaser with plenty of character.

It works particularly well for psychedelic rock, funk, alternative, indie, progressive, ambient and classic rock, while slower settings can also add subtle movement to clean chords and lead sounds.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Effect Type	Analogue Phase Shifter
Condition	Used – Good
Model	EH4800
Main Control	Rate
Additional Control	Color Switch
Audio	Mono
Character	Warm, Deep & Swirling
Power	9V Battery or External 9V Supply

Condition Overview

Condition Grade: Good

This pedal is in good used condition, with visible cosmetic signs of previous ownership and normal pedalboard use.

It remains a solid working example suitable for rehearsal, recording and live performance.

What’s Included?

• Electro-Harmonix Small Stone EH4800 Phase Shifter Pedal

• No power supply included

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Model	EH4800 Small Stone
Effect Type	Phase Shifter
Circuit Type	Analogue
Rate Control	Phasing Sweep Speed
Color Switch	2-Position Phase Character / Feedback
Input	1 x 1/4" Jack
Output	1 x 1/4" Jack
Audio Configuration	Mono
Footswitch	Effect / Bypass
External Power	9V
Power Connection	3.5mm Mini-Plug Style
Battery Operation	1 x 9V Battery
Enclosure	Classic Full-Size Electro-Harmonix Chassis

Power Requirements

The Electro-Harmonix Small Stone EH4800 can be powered using a standard 9V battery or a suitable compatible 9V external power supply using the classic 3.5mm power connection.

Care should be taken to use a supply and connector specifically compatible with this style of Electro-Harmonix pedal rather than assuming a standard modern centre-negative barrel connection.

No power supply is included with this used pedal.

FAQs

What type of effect is the Electro-Harmonix Small Stone?

The Small Stone is an analogue phase shifter that creates a sweeping, moving tonal effect by shifting the phase relationship of different frequencies.

What does the Rate control do?

Rate adjusts the speed of the phasing sweep, ranging from slow, spacious movement to much faster modulation.

What does the Color switch do?

The Color switch changes the feedback and character of the phase effect. One setting provides a fuller, smoother response, while the other creates a stronger and more pronounced sweep.

Is the Small Stone analogue?

Yes. The EH4800 uses an analogue phase-shifting circuit.

Is this the Nano Small Stone?

No. This listing is for the classic full-size EH4800 Small Stone.

Can it produce subtle phaser sounds?

Yes. Slower Rate settings with the less pronounced Color setting can add gentle movement without overwhelming the original guitar tone.

Can it produce deeper psychedelic sounds?

Yes. Engaging the stronger Color setting produces a much more pronounced, hollow and swirling phase effect.

Is it suitable for funk guitar?

Yes. Faster Rate settings can produce rhythmic modulation that works particularly well with clean funk guitar parts.

Does it work well with distortion and fuzz?

Yes. The Small Stone can be placed alongside overdrive, distortion and fuzz pedals to create thick, moving lead and rhythm textures.

Can it be used with keyboards and synthesizers?

Yes. The Small Stone's analogue phasing can also work effectively with keyboards, synthesizers and other compatible instrument-level sources.

Can it run from a battery?

Yes. The EH4800 can operate from a standard 9V battery.

Does it use a standard modern pedal power connector?

Classic-chassis EH4800 pedals use the older 3.5mm mini-plug-style power connection, so the correct compatible adaptor or conversion lead should be used.

Is a power supply included?

No. No power supply is included with this used pedal.

What condition is this example in?

This example is graded Good, with visible signs of previous use consistent with a pre-owned effects pedal.

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