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.
Green is a really popular colour because it’s fresh, calming, and strongly associated with nature, growth, and renewal. In design, fashion, and products like guitars, green can range from deep forest shades to vibrant neon or metallic tones.
Its versatility and natural appeal make it a timeless and widely loved choice.
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
A pedal is a compact device that guitarists use to alter their instrument’s sound by shaping effects such as distortion, delay, reverb, and modulation. Typically housed in a rugged enclosure and controlled by footswitches, pedals are designed to be placed on the floor for hands-free operation during playing. They can be analogue or digital, true bypass or buffered, and come in countless varieties to suit different styles and preferences. Pedals are essential tools for creating signature tones and adding colour and texture to a guitarist’s sound.
We have new and used Origin Effects musical equipment available on our website for fast direct delivery from sellers across the UK & Europe.
Origin Effects is a UK-based company founded in 2012 by Simon Keats, a former audio engineer with experience at Vox and Focusrite. The company specializes in hand-crafted, studio-grade guitar pedals that emulate the warmth and dynamics of classic tube amplifiers.
Origin Effects’ product lineup includes the Cali76 compressor, inspired by the Urei 1176, and the RevivalDRIVE overdrive, which offers amp-like tones with advanced features like the “Ghost” control for subtle sag effects. Their pedals are known for their premium components, meticulous build quality, and dynamic tonal range, making them a preferred choice for professional musicians seeking authentic analog tones.
£300.72
Adaptive circuitry responds to volume changes and playing dynamics Based on the iconic Ibanez Tube Screamer DRY level control for extra tweakability Voice switch offers two types of mid push Ultra-high input impedance
£30.99 £26.34
JOYO British Sound guitar effect pedal get tones inspired by the Mashall amplifier and whether it's the Bluesbreaker overdrive to Plexi Roar, it easily reach for them. The British Sound delivers that 60s and 70s warmth and harmonic overdrive you hear on so many classic records, it allows you to replicate the sound of these incredible amps. Level an…
read more
£46.19
【Four Distinct Modes】The Mosky Green Booster Overdrive pedal features a 4-mode selection knob: TS808, SD1, M, and TSEach mode offers a unique and tone, allowing guitarists to explore different sounds and styles. 【Precision Controls】With the LEVEL, TONE, and DRIVE controls, users can fine-tune their desired sound. The LEVEL knob adjusts the output v…
read more
£83.99
Transparent overdrive Boosted power rails for extended headroom and definition Super responsive Compact, rugged design Selectable true bypass or buffered bypass modes
£123.98
Smaller, pedalboard-friendly housing 100Hz and 500Hz controls for shaping mids and depths The classic switch evokes the tones of the original Green Rhino OD
