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Before there was a Klon, before there was an explosion of boutique overdrives, there was the Ibanez Tube Screamer. Its subtle, mid-boosted sound changed the way guitarists thought about their place in the sonic spectrum and spurred a wave of imitators. Today, it remains one of the most popular and borderline requisite items on any pedalboard.

Though modeled off of Ibanez's classic Tube Screamer, the EQD Plumes is not merely a clone. Instead of using an IC op-amp in the circuit, EQD replaces it with what it calls a "low-noise JFET op-amp for a more robust and precise signal, with a significantly lower noise floor." So whether you crank it or use the pedal at more modest gain levels, you’ll keep extraneous noise to a minimum. A 3-way toggle lets you choose between clipping options for either a more compressed or more transparent sound. While the Tone knob lets you add bass or high-end without losing mids.

The ProCo RAT ranks as one of the most widely used distortion pedals ever, a favorite of such disparate musicians as Jonny Greenwood, Nels Cline, Kurt Cobain and John Scofield. The ProCo RAT 2 emerged in 1988 and continues to be a popular pedalboard staple for both guitarists and bass players with its characteristic jagged gristle, courtesy of the legendary LM308 chip.

For just a touch of dirt and push, the Boss BD-2 Blues Driver has been a perennial favorite for both bedroom players and celebrities such as John Mayer and Brad Paisley. Falling somewhere between your amp's natural clean tone and the mid-soaked scream of an Ibanez TS-9, the Blues Driver hits the sweet spot of articulation and grit.

Debuting in 1981, the Boss SD-1 is the second longest running Boss pedal and a pioneer in the world of compact overdrives. Even today, people still use it as an alternative to a Tube Screamer. Why pay $200 for a boutique overdrive when you can dial in the right amount of crunch and dirt for less than $50 with time-tested, original overdrive circuitry?

The Electro-Harmonix Soul Food pedal seeks to mimic the classic Klon Centaur tone and succeeds in fooling most ears. The real value, however, is recognized by discerning listeners who appreciate the original and satisfying sonic territory that the EHX Soul Food overdrive provides in the spaces where it differs from the Klon.

Featuring double the headroom as the previous model, a new boost mode incorporated into the gain toggle and a tap switch input for essentially serving up two pedals in one on the fly, the JHS Morning Glory V4 brings even more gain-laden sparkly goodness than ever before. Still able to dial in that perfect transparent overdrive in a wide range of gain from bluesy warmth to screaming breakup, this flagship of JHS retains its place as the centerpiece firework on any board.

The Ibanez Tube Screamer Mini combines the all-time classic tone of the Tube Screamer with convenience of a bite-sized stompbox. For decades players like Stevie Ray Vaughan and Trey Anastasio have built their overdriven sound on the Tube Screamer circuit, and the Mini delivers that exact growl and bite in a format that will fit into any board. Add one to your rig and see what generations of guitarists have relied on pedals like the TS-9 and TS-808 to bring out the very best flavor of their guitars and amps.

Conceived with an easy-to-use three-knob interface, ultra-compact chassis for saving pedalboard space, and fine-tuned overdrive circuit designed to give mythical tone, the Wampler Tumnus Overdrive Pedal captures one of the most beloved sound the guitar world in the smallest of packages. Providing an immensely organic break-up reminiscent of classic tweed amps, the Tumnus easily holds down the fort on its own, but also plays nicely when stacked with existing overdrive or boosts as an additional tool in your sonic arsenal. Whether you're looking for a new workhorse or just want to augment your current setup, this tiny titan's fierce character is a welcome addition to any set-up.

An Xotic EP Booster added to your effects chain is like ripping a wet blanket off of your tone. This little transparent FET preamp naturally enhances the sound of your guitar and amp with a drive that replicates the pre-amp on a vintage Echoplex tape delay.

Sporting a streamlined three-knob interface with highly reactive parameters to your playing that retain the natural sound of your guitar with a velvety clipping profile, the Greer Lightspeed Organic Overdrive infuses a rig with rich tonality that sounds like an extension of the existing setup. Built to provide a low- to mid-gain oompf to your sound with the added option of functioning as a completely transparent boost, this effect is a vied-for staple on a blues, country, or rock pedalboard.

One of the most popular overdrive pedals in the world, the Fulltone OCD pedal is well known for enhancing the natural tones of your guitar and amp while adding a healthy dose of classic grit. The Fulltone OCD began an era of boutique overdrive pedal building, and is an inexpensive addition to any pedalboard. For a slight wicked sparkle or as extra muscle to a stacked chain, the Fulltone OCD is a must-have.

Built with a super small design that can easily fit on just about any pedalboard, a single knob for attenuation, and impedance optimization for those with pedal chains that stretch from coast to coast, the JHS Little Black Amp Box Passive Attenuator that'll make you wonder how you got along for so long without using it. A perfect buffer to throw into the mix, this pedal, as the name suggests, is also ideal for getting cranked tube tone without the volume for bedroom practice.

J Rockett's Archer IKON aims its mighty bow at the sound of legendary Klon boost / overdrive, and lands an arrow right between the eyes of the Centaur. Special diodes and a finely-tuned circuit bring forth the best of your amp while retaining the sound of your guitar for a clean boost and lower-gain drive sound that's now more attainable than mythical.

Billed by company founder Josh Scott as "a study in the Tube Screamer," the JHS Bonsai Overdrive houses nine painstakingly recreated classic OD circuits in one pedal for decades of searing tone in a single compact pedal. Built to the exact specifications of vintage models owned by Josh himself, the Bonsai starts with monoliths like the original TS-808 and TS9 and goes through decades of tonal evolution with surprise options like a Polish Exar OD1 as well as Keeley and JHS fan-favorite modifications. A garden of wonder for any overdrive fanatic.

Sporting the same transparent circuit with expanded controls like a nuanced three-band EQ and two-way switch for kicking in extra gain, the Wampler Tumnus Deluxe is a do-it-all boost/overdrive packed with legendary tone. Able to instantly push your tone to that sweet organic amp roar right before breakup, this versatile effect keeps your rig's natural tone with plenty of room to tweak.

The TC Electronic Spark Mini is a clean boost offer 20dB of adjustment via a discrete, all analog circuit. It can be set up to stay on or only be active when the footswitch is held down.

Sporting the same chip and analog circuits as the much-coveted original, the Ibanez TS-808 Tube Screamer Reissue is a true-to-form rendition with the same streamlined interface of overdrive, tone and level controls. This pedal summons all the searing tube-like overdrive of its predecessors without searing a hole through your wallet.

Want to get the classic Eddie Van Halen drive sound? You know the one. If so, check out the MXR EVH 5150 Overdrive. It was created as a collaboration between MXR and EVH himself to deliver a totally saturated overdrive that sounds just like the Blue Channel on an EVH 5153 amp. Output, Gain, 3-band EQ, and a Boost switch give you complete control over your sound and a super smart noise gate tames unwanted noise. Pick up the MXR EVH 5150 Overdrive and you'll be Runnin' With The Devil in no time.

So many pedal companies have tried to put their own spin on the classic Klon KTR, but only the original could give the legend a successor to the throne. J. Rockett Audio's Centaur is a versatile boost and overdrive perfect for the likes of stoner rock, dirty blues, or the wide world of shoegaze.

If you want the Dumble sound without shelling out tens of thousands of dollars, check out the J. Rockett The Dude overdrive. Designed to emulate the iconic Dumble Overdrive Special amp, The Dude functions both as a clean boost and as a creamy overdrive pedal with the full range of the original amp. The Dude has four simple knobs with which you can dial in your ideal drive: Treble, Level, Deep, and Ratio. Control the ratio of gain to boost, scoop or enhance your midrange frequencies, or precision shape your treble and bass to get that Dumble sound with J. Rockett's The Dude Overdrive.

The Duellist pedal from King Tone Guitar is a two-in-one overdrive pedal that combines the circuits of two classics of the genre: the TS808 Tube Screamer and BluesBreaker. Each side offers controls for Drive, Volume, and Tone, along with a distinct variable Fat, Stock, and Glass settings. Engaging and combining these two effects opens a massive realm of different overdrive tones to explore and tweak.

Featuring a responsive spectrum control, streamlined interface and heavy-duty all-metal chassis, the Nobels ODR-1 is a highly organic overdrive/boost that's also ready for use in minutes. Designed for the working guitarist thanks to low battery consumption and a design built to take road abuse, this tough little customer gives years of warm, bluesy goodness without missing a beat.

The Boss BD-2W Blues Driver Waza Craft takes the overdrive game and throws a new rulebook in its face. The Custom mode adds a beefy low-end and increased sustain ideal for blues, stoner rock and metal.