J. Rockett Audio Designs Archer Ikon Boost/Overdrive Pedal

Use the Archer Ikon as a classic, Klon-based overdrive, turn the gain knob down to use the pedal as a simple clean boost, or dial in anything in between.

A Versatile Overdrive with a Mythological Pedigree

Back in the 1990s, a handcrafted overdrive pedal was built — and a myth was born. The J. Rockett Audio Designs Archer Ikon re-creates the magic of that legendary stompbox. It employs diodes associated with the gold-hued original, yielding a sound similar to J. RAD's silver Archer, but with more gain and low-end warmth. Like its '90s-era inspiration, the Archer Ikon is shockingly transparent, enabling you to dial in gain without significantly altering the tone of your guitar. That said, it’s more versatile than you’d think. You can use it as a clean boost by turning down the Gain knob or crank it for gorgeous, tube-esque distortion — it’s all up to you. If you’ve tried every other overdrive pedal on the market and were left wanting, plug into an Archer Ikon. This tasty overdrive deserves its own category!

Delivers legendary transparent overdrive

The J. RAD Archer Ikon is a remarkably transparent overdrive that lends a special magic to everything that’s plugged into it. At BNC, we’ve found that operating it is sheer simplicity, thanks to its straightforward 3-knob layout. The Output knob controls its volume level. Treble takes your tone from dark to bright. Gain controls the amount of distortion produced. One thing’s for certain: the Archer Ikon is a surefire way to add character to an otherwise dull-sounding amp. Give it a try, you won’t be disappointed!

J. Rockett Audio Designs Archer Ikon Boost/Overdrive Pedal Features:

• Employs diodes associated with the iconic 1990s-era gold overdrive
• Shockingly transparent — dial in gain without significantly altering the tone of your guitar
• Delivers slightly more gain than the silver Archer, with a touch more low-end warmth
• Output knob controls its volume level — goes from subtle to slamming
• Treble adjusts your high end — takes your tone from dark to bright
• Gain controls the amount of distortion — goes from clean boost to tube-esque distortion
• Runs off of 9-volt power, but has an internal charge pump to double its voltage to 18 volts*

Tech Specs

• Pedal Type:Overdrive, Boost
• Analog/Digital:Analog
• Inputs:1 x 1/4"
• Outputs:1 x 1/4"
• Bypass Switching:Buffered
• Power Source:9V DC power supply (sold separately)
• Power Usage:26mA
• Height:1.25"
• Width:2.3"
• Depth:4.0"
• Weight:0.88 lbs.
• Manufacturer Part Number:ABIK 9520-019