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.
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NUX is a Chinese brand under Cherub Technology Co., Ltd., established in 2006 . They are renowned for producing affordable yet feature-rich guitar and bass gear, including multi-effects processors, amp modelers, and compact pedals. NUX has gained popularity among musicians for delivering quality sound and innovative features at accessible price points. Their products, such as the MG-30 and MG-300 multi-effects pedals, offer a wide range of amp models, effects, and user-friendly interfaces, making them suitable for both beginners and experienced players .
£89.99
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)
£94.00
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)
£27.99
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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£71.38
BE Overdrive Pedal Built on the BE-100 Hi-Gain Distortion True bypass circuit
£67.12 £59.65
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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