Description
Condition: Good. Some small paint chips on the side and top of the pedal. No box included.
The OS-2 Overdrive/Distortion pedal offers a powerful hybrid design combining independent overdrive and distortion circuits in one compact unit. Celebrated by professionals and beginners alike for decades, this pedal delivers rich, nuanced tones from classic overdrive to intense distortion. Its unique Colour knob allows you to switch seamlessly between overdrive, distortion or blend both in parallel, unlocking an expansive range of sounds with ease.
Main Features
- Dual discrete circuits: classic overdrive and precision distortion
- Iconic BOSS overdrive circuit delivers warm, singing midrange
- Tuned distortion circuit provides tight, punchy saturation
- Colour knob blends overdrive and distortion for customised tones
- Easy-to-use controls: Level, Tone, Drive for fine adjustments
- Compatible with all types of guitar pickups
Dynamic Dual-Drive Design
Rooted in the legendary OD-1 pedal, the OS-2’s overdrive circuit mimics natural tube amp breakup with asymmetrical clipping, offering smooth, responsive midrange ideal for rhythm and lead play. The distortion circuit features hard clipping to generate sharp, thick tones perfect for heavy chords and searing solos. Blending these circuits via the Colour knob produces richer, more articulate tones than stacking multiple pedals.
Simple Controls with Expansive Sounds
The OS-2 excels in delivering a broad sonic palette through straightforward controls. The Colour knob mixes overdrive and distortion circuits in parallel for a balanced, dynamic sound. Adjust Level, Tone, and Drive knobs to personalise your gain from subtle warmth to aggressive grind—perfect for blues, rock, grunge, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What styles of music is the OS-2 suited for?
The OS-2 is highly versatile, making it ideal for genres such as blues, classic rock, hard rock, and grunge. Its ability to blend overdrive and distortion enables you to dial in warm tube-like breakups or aggressive saturation as needed.
➤ How does the Colour knob work?
The Colour knob blends the independent overdrive and distortion circuits in parallel. Turning it allows you to select clean overdrive, pure distortion, or any combination, delivering smooth transitions and unique tonal colours not achievable with typical pedals stacked in series.
➤ Can I use the OS-2 with any guitar pickups?
Yes, the OS-2 handles all types of guitar pickups effortlessly, whether single-coil or humbuckers, providing consistent tone and response across different instruments.
➤ What controls are available to shape the sound?
The pedal features Level, Tone, Drive, and Colour controls. Level adjusts output volume, Tone shapes brightness, Drive sets gain amount, and Colour balances between overdrive and distortion circuits for versatile tone crafting.
➤ Is the OS-2 suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. The OS-2’s simple interface and intuitive controls make it an excellent choice for beginners who want professional-quality tones without complexity.
Delivery
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This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message.
Mainland UK: from £4.99 within mainland UK ( Orders over £199 are delivered FREE )
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
We regret that we do not ship this item outside the UK
