Maxon OD808 Overdrive Guitar Effect Pedal

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If you are looking to add a smooth, natural distortion to your music, the Maxon OD808 overdrive guitar effect pedal provides just the tool you are seeking for exceptional sound. These overdrive effects pedals are excellent for bringing out the tone of your guitar and enhancing your individual style. With this pedal, you can add extra appeal to your performance by creating the right guitar effects for your unique sound.Originally released in 1979, this classic pedal has become a favorite among many well-known guitarists. In fact, the "808 tone" is so well known that it is a synonym for perfect overdrive. If you want to preserve and build upon your guitar’s natural tone with effects, the Maxon OD808 gives you the gentle distortion that you need for that old-school rock vibe. With a bright chassis in multiple colors, this overdrive pedal has inspired a long line of imitators. The drive, balance, and tone controls make it easy to adjust and achieve the perfect tone. Today's pedal creates that same great effect that is so well-regarded among guitarists: natural overdrive with a smoothness that recalls a tube amp cranked up to max power.You can enjoy this sound by using this vintage pedal reissue with any of your electric guitars. This is a great choice for an effects pedal for both beginner and advanced musicians. Having this Maxon pedal in your collection can help you achieve the precise tone that you want, whether you're performing live or recording in the studio. The pedal produces an overdrive effect to enhance each note you play while adding fuzz, reverb, and a gritty sound that is ideal for hard rock, metal, and blues music. The compressor in the classic Maxon OD808 controls the sustain that is delivered by your amplifier. What makes this product stand out is that the tube amp compresses the music you play for your exact intonation. The amplifier in the circuit of this pedal contains a diode that distorts the signal of the negative feedback loop, resulting in a mild and smooth distortion. The tubescreamer creates an exceptional harmony so that you can produce your desired sound every time you play. The OD808 uses a 9-volt battery for power, or it can be plugged into the wall with an optional AC adapter. The pedal is made of lightweight cast aluminum, weighing below 1 pound while being strong and durable. Fitted with a bright LED, this indicator lets you know whether your guitar effects are turned on or off.This original Maxon product can enhance the sound of any of your guitars to create a truly unforgettable experience. You can even use this pedal as either an overdrive or a booster. With the OD808, the negative feedback loop projects exactly what you had in mind each time you play a note. You will be able to adjust the lows of the bass and the highs of the treble so you get that clean note that you want. With this effects pedal, you'll be well equipped to produce the tones you desire for all kinds of music.

Product Identifiers

BrandMaxon
MPNOD808
UPC0840433000167
ModelOD808
eBay Product ID (ePID)78717816

Product Key Features

TypeOverdrive

Dimensions

Weight0.57lbs.
Depth4.4in
Height2.2in

Additional Product Features

Current Draw6mA
Power SupplyBattery, AC Adapter
Output Impedance10k ohms
Input Impedance0.5m ohms

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4.9
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  • It's a tube screamer. Simple. Useful.

    I was previously using a BBE Green Screamer, a discontinued clone of TS808, and I had no issue with it; but the pedal enclosure is bigger than a typical MXR size and I was running out of space on my board, so I decided to get the Maxon OD808. From what I've researched the Maxon is actually closer to the Ibanez TS10 spec-wise. I have no idea if the Maxon does sound like an Ibanez TS10, but I do know that compared to the BBE the Maxon is slightly warmer. Noise level is about the same: minimal. The BBE features true bypass, while the Maxon has a buffered bypass, but from what I can tell the buffered bypass does not seem to add brightness which I've noticed with other buffered bypass pedals. Overall, I'm satisfied and I would recommend the Maxon to others looking for a tube screamer without a boutique price tag.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • This OD in front of a hi gain amp s perfect, just the right amount of "push" for solos...

    This OD in front of a hi gain amp s perfect, just the right amount of "push" for solos and makes pinch harmonics easier and just gives a creamier playing feel to my amps already great distortion channels. highly recommend this maxon od808.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Maxon OD808 is my first real overdrive. good value!

    This overdrive can be described as clean, has nice tone, and is great value for an over 100 dollar overdrive pedal. The sound has lots of mids and sounds controlled. I usually used a boss super overdrive and this one sounds quite similar. It just sounds cleaner. less hair in the midrange and top end. It's also less bright. This is good for pushing a distortion pedal or amp into high gain. The midrange has punch and sounds like it has nice quality going for it.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • Great pedal

    I never new how flat my amp sounded for the last 10 years until I got this pedal. It has really gave new life to my peavey, love it.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: New

  • Best pedal I've owned

    I play alot of metal and this pedal makes my sound so much better. I found out Killswitch Engage also uses this pedal. It'll change your entire sound for the better. Just get it.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Great pedal.

    Pedal is well built and sturdy, I use it for blues and to get a Stonesy kind of clean over drive ,though I'm sure it can be used for other stuff.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Boost your sound

    It does what it's supposed to do. BOOST. It's great. Highly recommend. For those new to guitars and pedals: this is NOT a distortion pedal.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Maxon OD808

    Great overdrive. I own Ibanez tubescreamer also but prefer the sound from Maxon OD808. Pushing a Mesa Boogie rectifier with it.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Warmth and chewiness.

    Chewy goodness at a reasonable price. Doesn't color up my guitar sound either.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned

  • Perfect Boost pedal

    Pedal works great, should’ve bought first instead of ts9

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned