The Walrus Audio 385 Overdrive is a faithful recreation of the Bell & Howell 385 Filmosound projector's unique audio circuit, which was a favorite among guitarists to convert into an amp. This pedal captures the original's exceptional responsiveness and organic, touch-sensitive tone. It’s built to replicate the twin 6V6 output section of the projector, giving you a warm, dynamic overdrive that cleans up beautifully with your guitar's volume knob.

The 385 Overdrive is crafted to be incredibly responsive to your playing, offering a glassy, full-bodied low-end and a crisp, well-defined top-end. The simple control layout makes it easy to dial in your desired sound, from a mild, transparent boost to a thick, harmonically rich overdrive. This pedal isn't just a simple overdrive; it’s a circuit-based tribute to a piece of audio history, offering a truly unique sonic character.

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Based on the audio circuit of a vintage Bell & Howell 385 Filmosound projector.

Internally boosted to 18 volts for enhanced headroom and dynamic range.

Emulates the feel and tone of a vintage tube amp with a twin 6V6 output section.

Extremely touch-sensitive, responding to your picking dynamics and guitar's volume knob.

Simple control layout for easy and intuitive tone shaping.

Pedal Type: Overdrive

Analog/Digital: Analog

Inputs: 1 x 1/4"

Outputs: 1 x 1/4"

Bypass Switching: True Bypass

Power Source: 9V DC 100mA power supply required (sold separately)

Current Draw: 100mA

Height: 1.39"

Width: 2.6"

Depth: 4.77"