Tubescreamer or Other Overdrives?

richieryan · 08-12-2010, 08:01 PM

Now that I'm without my TS9DX, I'd like to look at what else is out there that has comparable sound at a lower price. By lower price, I mean that I can get a used TS9 for $70-$80, but if I'm looking at used boxes, I'd like opinions on what others you guys have tried.

5thumbs · 08-12-2010, 08:27 PM

I have a Behringer Vintage Tube Overdrive VTH911 not much money new, and very easy to mod. if ya want to. Thats the only pedal i have

dannyvawn · 08-12-2010, 09:02 PM

I have a few old Ibanez screamers and other brands but if you want budget I have and actually use a Behringer TO800. Vintage tube overdrive. It's plastic but I love the sound. It is close to a vintage Ibanez to my ears. Good for rock, classic rock and blues, not so much for metal. I think mine was $28 free shipping. Its worth the $$$$

motoman45 · 08-12-2010, 10:31 PM

gfs has pedals for 49.99

GukkanGwnarkill · 08-13-2010, 01:59 AM

I just got a Boss Blues Driver for overdrive. Way better than the Marshall Drivemaster and Soundtank TS that I have. I'm very happy with it, hear they are even better w. Keely mods, though I'm happy w/ mine as is.

richieryan · 08-13-2010, 11:20 AM

Sounds promising. I'll spend some time listening to youtube clips of those boxes.

squierjosh · 08-13-2010, 12:00 PM

THe soundclips of the GFS pedals sound good.

motoman45 · 08-13-2010, 12:03 PM

I want the gfs blues pedal they have....

softwarejanitor · 08-13-2010, 12:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by richieryan

Now that I'm without my TS9DX, I'd like to look at what else is out there that has comparable sound at a lower price. By lower price, I mean that I can get a used TS9 for $70-$80, but if I'm looking at used boxes, I'd like opinions on what others you guys have tried.

For a couple of bargain priced pedals that actually work surprisingly well I'd recommend the Danelectro FAB D-1 Distortion or the FAB D-2 Overdrive.

They are plastic, but seem sturdy enough despite that, and they can often be had on eBay or elsewhere under $20 each.

ratdog472 · 08-18-2010, 03:32 AM

Lately I have been impressed with the Delta Labs TO1 and the Danelectro Transparent OD. Moreso the Delta.

itsallintheblues · 08-18-2010, 04:55 AM

Danelectro Transparent OverDrive and Cool Cat Drive are okay too.. I've tried both and I'm impressed.. I didn't get it, because I'm saving every penny for a second Tele.. haha

pictoratus · 08-18-2010, 08:38 AM

You might consider the Ibanez TS7. Can be gotten relatively cheap and sounds pretty good to me.

AllroyPA · 08-18-2010, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by richieryan

Now that I'm without my TS9DX, I'd like to look at what else is out there that has comparable sound at a lower price. By lower price, I mean that I can get a used TS9 for $70-$80, but if I'm looking at used boxes, I'd like opinions on what others you guys have tried.

Honest I have a Boss SD-1 with a 25 dollar mod, so puts that at around 50-75, that's a good one. But I've yet to meed an overdrive that fills out a sound like the Duncan TwinTube Overdrive, so it's worth the extra money to get something nice like that. Maybe look for a used one local and make an offer.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Seymour-Duncan-S...ar_Accessories

motoman45 · 08-18-2010, 12:08 PM

my local GC has a used TS7 for 20 bucks....

lank81 · 08-18-2010, 04:14 PM

Boss BD-2 is a great pedal and can be had for 50$ used. Not a tubescreamer but a great pedal. The SD-1 by Boss is 40$ new and with a 20$ Monte Allums mod is the same as a 180$ 808. You can also mod the BD-2 through Monte Allums mods. Great mods, great prices, great sounding pedals. I own both and have modded both.