Wampler Pedals | 2 years ago
In the video, I discuss two pedals that don't get enough attention in the Wampler world: the MXR Distortion Plus and the DOD OD250. We'll discuss how OD250 is very similar to that of the Distortion Plus. Since I don't have an old vintage OD250 I'm using the JHS overdrive preamp pedal that is based on the OD250 and has a very authentic vintage sound to it.
Then we'll talk about how I believe these type of pedals sound best when used in a specific way, which is not the way that guitar players typically use distortion pedals.
Both the Distortion Plus and the OD250 circuits use a 741 op-amp chip, which is known for taking off some high-end and giving a vintage-sounding tone. Many people like to use these pedals through clean amps, but I personally prefer to use them with a dirty amp as it gives a more unique and interesting sound.
Overall, the video is a detailed comparison of two classic distortion pedals, the MXR Distortion Plus and the DOD OD250, and a modern overdrive preamp pedal, the JHS Overdrive Preamp. I'll also dive into the schematics, comparing the frequency analysis of each and comparing the two schematics to each other.
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