Guitar FX (effects) refer to the wide range of pedals and processors that shape and manipulate a guitar’s signal to create different sounds. From classic distortion and overdrive to reverb, delay, modulation, and pitch-shifting, effects are at the heart of a guitarist’s creative toolkit. Whether analogue or digital, stompbox or multi-effects unit, Guitar FX allow players to express mood, texture, and dynamics in unique ways. Used thoughtfully, they can transform a simple riff into something atmospheric, aggressive, or entirely otherworldly.
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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Independent control and 2 stacking options Input FET stage to help drive amplifier inputs harder Switchable true or buffered bypass Power supply 9Vdc, 100mA (min) pin-negative (not included) Controls Level, Treble, Gain (Horseman). Level, Tone, Drive (Morning Star)
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Independent control and 2 stacking options 18V multiplier option for greater dynamic range Switchable true or buffered bypass Power supply 9Vdc, 100mA (min) pin-negative (not included)
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JOYO Vintage Overdrive guitar pedal with RC4558 chip is a representation of the classic TS808 tone. Producing warmer overtones at quieter volumes when used as a clean volume boost, and can achieve a harsher distortion as gain is increased. True Bypass provide transparent tone to keep the best tone quality, aluminium-alloy housing classic stoving va…
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Product 1: Pure analog amplifier simulation Product 1: True bypass hardware switching Product 1: Volume, Gain & Filter controls Product 1: Battery 9V PP3 (supplied) Product 2: Great effect in a slim design Product 2: 6 Analog Effects: Reverb, Delay, Chorus, Distortion, Overdrive and Boost Product 2: Built-in Pedal Tuner Product 2: AUX and Headphone…
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3 Delay Effects – 70’s Analog, 60’s Tape and 80’s Digital Delay Level, Time and Repeat Tap Tempo w/ Tap Subdivision Options 3 Reverb Effects – Spring, Plate and Hall Reverb Level and Decay