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The Bogner Ecstasy Blue Overdrive/Distortion Pedal gives musicians everything they need to dial in their perfect tone. The pedal has a variety of controls which change the tone and gain profile of the pedal, allowing you to dial in tones that range from everything to a Fender Deluxe on the edge of breakup to a roaring Marshall stack.

By far the most interesting feature of this pedal is the variac switch, which adds a dynamic compression to the signal. This is similar to the effect that a tube rectifier has on your tone, and for many musicians is the key to getting an organic and smooth distorted tone.

Features:

• Controls: Variac Switch, Mode Switch, Pre-EQ switch, Structure Switch, Volume, Treble, Middle, Bass, Gain
• Analog
• True Bypass
• 9-Volt Adapter/Battery
• Special Features: Variac, Mode, Pre EQ, and Structure Switch
• Artists: N/A

The Structure switch changes the “era” of the pedal, shifting the EQ and gain structure to capture either vintage or modern tones. The mode switch performs a similar purpose, switching from a blues setting to tones approximating a Marshall.

See our guides to the highest rated pedals for Distortion and Overdrive.