St. Vincent (Annie Clark)'s Pedalboard
Annie Clark pushes guitar into unexpected territory. Her playing combines angular, dissonant riffs with warm clean tones and heavy, synth-like distortion. She designed her own Ernie Ball signature guitar specifically to accommodate her effects-driven approach.
Signature Sound
Angular, synth-like distortion paired with clean, jazzy chord work. Unpredictable dynamics and creative use of octave and pitch effects.
Famous Songs
Every Pedal on the Board
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Boss OC-5 Octave
$139
“Synth-like octave bass tones — OC-5 is the latest version”
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“Thick fuzz for her heavier moments”
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“Chorus for clean shimmer”
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Boss RV-6 Reverb
$169
“Atmospheric reverb for ambient passages”
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“Delay for textural layers — exact match in our database”
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“Standard tuner”
Total Rig Cost (affordable alternatives)
$774
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Frequently Asked Questions
What pedals does St. Vincent (Annie Clark) use?
St. Vincent (Annie Clark) is known for using Boss OC-3 Octave, Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi, Boss CE-5 Chorus, Boss RV-6 Reverb, among others. See the full breakdown above with affordable alternatives.
How much does St. Vincent (Annie Clark)'s pedalboard cost to recreate?
Recreating St. Vincent (Annie Clark)'s rig with affordable alternatives costs around $774. The original pedals — especially vintage or signature models — can cost significantly more.
Can I get St. Vincent (Annie Clark)'s tone on a budget?
Yes — each pedal above includes an affordable "Our Pick" alternative that captures the essential character of St. Vincent (Annie Clark)'s sound. Focus on the 2-3 most important pedals first.
What amp does St. Vincent (Annie Clark) use?
St. Vincent (Annie Clark)'s amp is a crucial part of their tone. While we focus on pedals here, check our signal chain guide for how pedal order affects your amp interaction.