Walrus Audio Ages Five-State Overdrive Pedal, Black takes a highly flexible drive circuit and gives it a more refined look as part of the Black edition run. This is a great option for players who want one overdrive that can cover multiple roles, from low-gain edge-of-breakup tones to more saturated drive, all while working well with different amps and pickup types.

The defining feature here is the five-position rotary gain selector, each offering a distinct clipping style and feel:
I. Low gain, symmetric silicon soft clipping; smooth and compressed, great for subtle breakup
II. Low gain, symmetric LED soft clipping; more open and dynamic with added sparkle
III. High gain, symmetric silicon soft clipping; tighter response with increased saturation
IV. High gain, symmetric LED soft clipping; punchy and big with more headroom
V. High gain, symmetric silicon hard clipping; heavily compressed, thick, and more aggressive

The Dry control really expands what you can do with each of these modes. You can blend your clean signal back in to maintain clarity and attack, which is especially useful when stacking with other drives or dialing in more articulate tones. It makes this pedal feel less like a single overdrive and more like a full gain-shaping tool.

From a usability standpoint, it is easy to integrate and quick to dial in. The layout is straightforward, and it runs on standard 9V power. True bypass keeps your signal path clean when disengaged, and the compact footprint fits easily on most boards. We like this one for players who want multiple overdrive flavors in one pedal without sacrificing control or feel.

Specifications:

- Enclosure: Diecast metal, Black edition finish with custom artwork
- Controls: Volume, Gain, Bass, Treble, Dry, five-position rotary mode selector
- Switching: True Bypass, standard footswitch
- I/O: Top-mounted input and output jacks
- Power: 9V DC, 100mA minimum, center negative, power supply not included
- Impedance: 1M ohm input, 10k ohm output
- Dimensions: 2.62" x 4.77" x 2.25"

Sku: AGES-BLK