H o ly G r a i l N a n o / N e o
The original big-box Holy Grail is the one
that started it all. Shipping in the charming,
trademark wooden box, the first version of
the Holy Grail featured a large single knob
to control reverb level and a switch to select
between Spring, Hall, and Flerb modes,
the latter being a combination of flanger
and reverb. The spring mode is remarkably
accurate, making it a perfect choice for
surf players or anyone needing a backup
to their amplifier’s spring tank. Hall mode
provides everything from subtle room
reverb to lush, spacious ambience. Flerb
is a unique sound—an acquired taste, but
a useable tone for sure. There are several
reverb flavors that include modulation,
but none of them sound quite like Flerb.
The Holy Grail is a great choice for players
seeking a quality, no-nonsense reverb
pedal. With a single knob controlling the
reverb level, you don’t have to worry about
endless tweaking or presets. While you can
find used versions of the original Holy Grail,
it was reintroduced in EHX’s Nano series,
making it more pedalboard-friendly. If you
prefer more conventional sounds, the Holy
Grail Neo trades Flerb for Plate mode,
while keeping the super simple format.
ToneReport.com
31