Olinthus Cicada - Mini saturation pedal
Discover the Olinthus Cicada, the world's smallest effects pedal, which concentrates the legendary, warm Tube Screamer tone into a microscopic format to boost your sound without cluttering your pedalboard.
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The legendary overdrive that redefines space
Welcome to the era of ultra-compact pedals! At Garage à Musique , we know that space on a pedalboard is an extremely precious resource. Olinthus has pushed the boundaries of engineering with the Cicada , officially the world's smallest functional effects pedal. Smaller than a simple 9V battery, it nevertheless hides the legendary roar and famous "mid-boost" of a classic Ibanez TS808 Tube Screamer under its green anodized aluminum casing.
Designed to fit into every nook and cranny of your setup, the Cicada incorporates a premium analog circuit that perfectly preserves the dynamics of your playing. Get that rich, creamy, and punchy overdrive without sacrificing a single square inch of your guitar board.
Game-changing innovations
Format Ultra-Microscopique : Elle trouve sa place n'importe où. Certains guitaristes la fixent même directement sur leur instrument !
Le Boîtier EST le Bouton : Pas de minuscule footswitch impossible à viser. Le châssis est articulé : appuyez simplement sur la moitié inférieure du boîtier pour l'activer. Un clic tactile vous confirme l'engagement de l'effet.
Connectivité TRRS Intelligente : Un seul port sur le dessus gère l'entrée, la sortie et l'alimentation électrique. La pédale est livrée avec un câble "éclateur" exclusif très facile à dissimuler sous votre structure de pédalier.
Technical Specifications
| Characteristic | Detail |
| Type of effect | Overdrive (Circuit inspired by the TS808) |
| Electronic | Premium analog, soft-clipping |
| Controls | Volume (Level), Gain (Drive), Tone (Tone) |
| Connectivity | 1x Top TRRS Jack (Breakout cable included) |
| Switch | Articulated tactile chassis (Withstands +250 lbs of force) |
| Food | 9V DC Center Negative (via the spark gap cable) |
| Case material | robust anodized aluminum |
| Dimensions | 30mm (W) x 45mm (D) x 22mm (H) |
| Weight | 30 g (1.1 oz) |
Comparative Table: The Compact Overdrive Wars
| Characteristic | Olinthus Cicada | Ibanez Tube Screamer Mini | Wampler Tumnus Mini |
| Sound Inspiration | Ibanez TS808 | Ibanez TS808 | Klon Centaur |
| Format | Ultra-Micro (30x45mm) | Mini-Pedal (Standard) | Mini-Pedal (Standard) |
| Connectivity | TRRS burst cable (Included) | 2 x 1/4" Jacks + Separate Power Supply | 2 x 1/4" Jacks + Separate Power Supply |
| Activation | Pressure on the entire case | classic footswitch | classic footswitch |
| Occupied space | ★★★★★ (Microscopic) | ★★★☆☆ (Reduced) | ★★★☆☆ (Reduced) |
FAQ - The most frequently asked questions on the web
1. How do I connect the Cicada if there is only one port?
That's the magic of Olinthus design! The pedal uses a single TRRS jack. It comes with a color-coded breakout cable: Blue for guitar input, Red for output to the amp, and Black to connect your 9V power supply.
2. The pedal is tiny, how do I turn it on without messing up the knobs?
Olinthus designed the casing cleverly. It's hinged at the top. Simply press the bottom of the pedal (below the buttons) to activate it. You'll never accidentally change your settings.
3. Is it sturdy enough to walk on with a shoe?
Absolutely. While its size might be surprising, the case mechanism has been lab-tested to withstand over 250 pounds (approximately 113 kg) of pressure. You can confidently activate it with your foot.
4. Is the sound really up to par for a standard-sized pedal?
Yes, 100%. No compromises have been made in terms of sound. The analog circuit uses high-end components to reproduce exactly the clipping and warmth typical of legendary overdrives.
5. Is the power supply included?
The TRRS adapter cable for splitting the signal is included, but as with the vast majority of modern effects pedals, the 9V wall power supply is not provided.
The legendary overdrive that redefines space
Welcome to the era of ultra-compact pedals! At Garage à Musique , we know that space on a pedalboard is an extremely precious resource. Olinthus has pushed the boundaries of engineering with the Cicada , officially the world's smallest functional effects pedal. Smaller than a simple 9V battery, it nevertheless hides the legendary roar and famous "mid-boost" of a classic Ibanez TS808 Tube Screamer under its green anodized aluminum casing.
Designed to fit into every nook and cranny of your setup, the Cicada incorporates a premium analog circuit that perfectly preserves the dynamics of your playing. Get that rich, creamy, and punchy overdrive without sacrificing a single square inch of your guitar board.
Game-changing innovations
Format Ultra-Microscopique : Elle trouve sa place n'importe où. Certains guitaristes la fixent même directement sur leur instrument !
Le Boîtier EST le Bouton : Pas de minuscule footswitch impossible à viser. Le châssis est articulé : appuyez simplement sur la moitié inférieure du boîtier pour l'activer. Un clic tactile vous confirme l'engagement de l'effet.
Connectivité TRRS Intelligente : Un seul port sur le dessus gère l'entrée, la sortie et l'alimentation électrique. La pédale est livrée avec un câble "éclateur" exclusif très facile à dissimuler sous votre structure de pédalier.
Technical Specifications
| Characteristic | Detail |
| Type of effect | Overdrive (Circuit inspired by the TS808) |
| Electronic | Premium analog, soft-clipping |
| Controls | Volume (Level), Gain (Drive), Tone (Tone) |
| Connectivity | 1x Top TRRS Jack (Breakout cable included) |
| Switch | Articulated tactile chassis (Withstands +250 lbs of force) |
| Food | 9V DC Center Negative (via the spark gap cable) |
| Case material | robust anodized aluminum |
| Dimensions | 30mm (W) x 45mm (D) x 22mm (H) |
| Weight | 30 g (1.1 oz) |
Comparative Table: The Compact Overdrive Wars
| Characteristic | Olinthus Cicada | Ibanez Tube Screamer Mini | Wampler Tumnus Mini |
| Sound Inspiration | Ibanez TS808 | Ibanez TS808 | Klon Centaur |
| Format | Ultra-Micro (30x45mm) | Mini-Pedal (Standard) | Mini-Pedal (Standard) |
| Connectivity | TRRS burst cable (Included) | 2 x 1/4" Jacks + Separate Power Supply | 2 x 1/4" Jacks + Separate Power Supply |
| Activation | Pressure on the entire case | classic footswitch | classic footswitch |
| Occupied space | ★★★★★ (Microscopic) | ★★★☆☆ (Reduced) | ★★★☆☆ (Reduced) |
FAQ - The most frequently asked questions on the web
1. How do I connect the Cicada if there is only one port?
That's the magic of Olinthus design! The pedal uses a single TRRS jack. It comes with a color-coded breakout cable: Blue for guitar input, Red for output to the amp, and Black to connect your 9V power supply.
2. The pedal is tiny, how do I turn it on without messing up the knobs?
Olinthus designed the casing cleverly. It's hinged at the top. Simply press the bottom of the pedal (below the buttons) to activate it. You'll never accidentally change your settings.
3. Is it sturdy enough to walk on with a shoe?
Absolutely. While its size might be surprising, the case mechanism has been lab-tested to withstand over 250 pounds (approximately 113 kg) of pressure. You can confidently activate it with your foot.
4. Is the sound really up to par for a standard-sized pedal?
Yes, 100%. No compromises have been made in terms of sound. The analog circuit uses high-end components to reproduce exactly the clipping and warmth typical of legendary overdrives.
5. Is the power supply included?
The TRRS adapter cable for splitting the signal is included, but as with the vast majority of modern effects pedals, the 9V wall power supply is not provided.