Description
The Guyatone OD-2 Overdrive circuit is based on the vintage "tubescreamer" design with a few changes that offer marked improvements. The OD-2 features the JRC 9449G IC chip - the in-line equivalent to the legendary JRC 4558 IC that was a key element in the sound of the original tubescreamers. This IC is smoother and less harsh-sounding than other versions, giving the OD-2 the same warm, tube-like voice as a vintage 'screamer. Unlike many overdrives, the OD-2 has no tone control. We've found that fewer components equal better sound reproduction, and by eliminating the tone circuit the original signal is reproduced more accurately. The result: Smooth, transparent, non-compressed overdrive that responds to dynamics and "cleans up" when the volume is lowered. In addition, the OD-2 is voiced with more low-end than a tubescreamer giving it a bigger, thicker bottom. If you need tube tone without tube-amp hassles, the OD-2 is the next best thing!
