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Published on 01/27/11 at 15:00The OD-9 Pro+ improves on the older OD-9 by increasing the dynamic range and allowing for a smoother frequency response. It also offers a switchable boost feature and a true undistorted signal when the drive knob is set to zero. It also has true bypass operation.
I'm a professional guitarist making my living teaching, writing, producing instructional materials and performing a variety of styles.
I acquired this unit from Godlyke Distributing to replace my overdrive pedal. It can be purchased for $157.50.
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What I really like about this overdrive is the optional midrange boost. When this switch is engaged you get a 3db boost. The OD-9 Pro+ actually has 2 series distortion circuits so the overdrive level in boost mode works out to be 10db louder for a more saturated and thicker tone!
I also like that the unit can double as a clean boost because with the overdrive level at zero - that's exactly what you get - zero overdrive! As you turn the overdrive to 9 o'clock you start to hear the signal break up nicely. This is a great position for articulated chords with a bit of grit. At 12 o'clock you really hear the saturation begin for your soloing. With the overdrive turned full up you get a thick, overdriven tone that drips with harmonics and inspires you to solo longer! If you use single coil pickups and want a beefier sound, use that boost switch - it's fantastic.
I've been using this as one of my main overdrives in my board for a year and the only complaint I have is the pedal stiffness. Not a huge deal, however sometimes I wish the footswitch were of the vintage style. This pedal is part of the '9' series that use the newer square-type pedal switch.
The OD-9 Pro+ like all '9' series pedals are constructed like a tank. The knobs are smooth, the boost switch has a solid feel and the housing is tight and built very well. I don't have to worry about this unit going down under proper care.
If you use overdrive on a regular basis or you're a professional guitarist looking for that perfect overdrive when needed on a job, just get yourself an OD-9 Pro+. The versatility, tone, quality of construction and proud sense of owning a Maxon pedal will make the extra pennies you'll spend worth it.
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I'm a professional guitarist making my living teaching, writing, producing instructional materials and performing a variety of styles.
I acquired this unit from Godlyke Distributing to replace my overdrive pedal. It can be purchased for $157.50.
<a href="http://www.godlyke.com">http://www.godlyke.com</a>
What I really like about this overdrive is the optional midrange boost. When this switch is engaged you get a 3db boost. The OD-9 Pro+ actually has 2 series distortion circuits so the overdrive level in boost mode works out to be 10db louder for a more saturated and thicker tone!
I also like that the unit can double as a clean boost because with the overdrive level at zero - that's exactly what you get - zero overdrive! As you turn the overdrive to 9 o'clock you start to hear the signal break up nicely. This is a great position for articulated chords with a bit of grit. At 12 o'clock you really hear the saturation begin for your soloing. With the overdrive turned full up you get a thick, overdriven tone that drips with harmonics and inspires you to solo longer! If you use single coil pickups and want a beefier sound, use that boost switch - it's fantastic.
I've been using this as one of my main overdrives in my board for a year and the only complaint I have is the pedal stiffness. Not a huge deal, however sometimes I wish the footswitch were of the vintage style. This pedal is part of the '9' series that use the newer square-type pedal switch.
The OD-9 Pro+ like all '9' series pedals are constructed like a tank. The knobs are smooth, the boost switch has a solid feel and the housing is tight and built very well. I don't have to worry about this unit going down under proper care.
If you use overdrive on a regular basis or you're a professional guitarist looking for that perfect overdrive when needed on a job, just get yourself an OD-9 Pro+. The versatility, tone, quality of construction and proud sense of owning a Maxon pedal will make the extra pennies you'll spend worth it.
https://www.youtube.com/johngorbe#p/u/6/UxMf2wfxLI0
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This review was originally published on http://www.musicgearreview.com