Electric guitars use magnetic pickups to convert string vibrations into an electrical signal, which is then amplified. Unlike acoustic guitars, they rely on amplification for volume and tone shaping, making them highly versatile in genres like rock, blues, jazz, and metal. Electric guitars come in many body styles—solid, semi-hollow, and hollow—and feature different pickup configurations, neck types, and hardware. From smooth clean tones to aggressive distortion, they offer a wide sonic range, making them the backbone of modern guitar music.
Overdrive is a type of guitar effect that simulates the natural distortion that occurs when a tube amplifier is pushed beyond its clean limit. Overdrive pedals achieve this by boosting the input signal of the guitar, causing the amplifier to saturate and produce a warm, saturated, and crunchy sound.
Overdrive pedals are commonly used in various styles of music, including rock, blues, and punk, to add grit, sustain, and harmonic richness to the guitar’s sound. They are versatile tools that can be used to achieve a wide range of tones, from subtle breakup to full-on distortion, depending on the settings and the amplifier being used. Some classic examples of overdrive pedals include the Ibanez Tube Screamer, the Boss OD-1, and the Fulltone OCD, among others
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TC Electronic is a Danish company renowned for its high-quality guitar effects pedals, bass amplifiers, and audio processing equipment. Established in 1976, the brand quickly became popular for its reliable and innovative products, especially the Stereo Chorus/Flanger pedal. One of their standout features is TonePrint technology, which allows musicians to customise and load unique effect presets into compatible pedals via a smartphone app. This innovation offers great flexibility and creative control for guitarists and bassists alike. TC Electronic’s gear is widely respected for its durability, excellent sound quality, and user-friendly design, making it a favourite among both amateur and professional musicians around the world.
£39.99
Drive, level, bass and treble controls Voicing switch High-quality components True bypass True Bypass Drive, Level, Bass and Treble controls Voicing switch Small footprint Easy battery access
£98.99
Product 1: A whopping 26 db of boost Product 1: Gain knob for added grit and dirt Product 1: Active eq and toggle switch for precise tonal shaping Product 1: 26 dB of boost Product 2: Drive, level, bass and treble controls Product 2: Voicing switch Product 2: High-quality components Product 2: True bypass
£79.98
Product 1: Voicing switch – for an awesome shift in bass response Product 1: item package weight: 11.6 ounces Product 1: International products have separate terms, are sold from abroad and may differ from local products, including fit, age ratings, and language of product, labeling or instructions. Product 1: True Bypass Product 2: Drive, level, b…
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Drive, level, bass and treble controls Voicing switch High-quality components True bypass Get super-smooth compression and endless sustain Compress loud and boost low signals without degrading the original sound Dedicated Level, Tone, Attack and Sustain controls for awesome sound shaping Status LED for effect on/off and battery check
