Crazy Tube Circuits HI-Power
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Crazy Tube Circuits
HI-Power
Product Info
Article Number:
580997
Brand:
Crazy Tube Circuits
Model:
HI-Power
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$302.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This is a seriously impressive pedal if you're chasing that David Gilmour vibe or want a genuinely convincing Hiwatt amp in a box. The dual-section design lets you use it as a clean boost or a full-on amp emulator, and the voltage doubling really brings out the dynamics. It’s perfect for players wanting a focused, high-quality overdrive and amp simulation without the cost and space of a real Hiwatt.
Product Description
- Crazy Tube Circuits HI-Power
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Boost/overdrive and analogue amp simulation in one pedal
- Homage to David Gilmour's guitar sound from the Wish you were here album
- Pedal right side: faithful reproduction of a Colour sound boost and overdrive
- Pedal left side: Analogue replica of a Hiwatt 100W or 50W amp
- Very dynamic playing feel due to internal voltage doubling to 18V
- Independent use of boost and amplifier section
- Separation of the signal path via send/return sockets
- PWR/ODR switch switches between boost and overdrive mode
- Bass/treble EQ of the boost side in Baxandall design
- 103/504 Switch toggles between 100W and 50W amp for different dynamics
- B/L/N switch for different input combinations of the amp: Bright - Linked - Normal
- Hiwatt-style 3-band EQ
- Controls on the right side: Master
- volume
- bass
- treble
- Controls left side: Master
- pres
- volume
- bass
- treble middle
- Switch right side: PWR/ODR
- Switch left side: 103/504
- B/L-N
- Footswitch: 2 Effect bypass
- True Bypass
- Power supply connection: Barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- centre negative
- Power consumption: 84 mA
- Power supply via 9 V DC power supply unit (not included - suitable power supply unit: Art.#409939#)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 119 x 97 x 53 mm
- Weight: 444 g
- Made in Greece
PROS
- • Excellent dynamic response thanks to the 18V voltage doubling.
- • Faithful Hiwatt amp simulation captures a classic British sound.
- • Baxandall EQ on the boost provides precise tone shaping.
- • Versatile send/return allows for complex signal chain integration.
CONS
- • Relatively large footprint, may not suit smaller pedalboards.
- • The Hiwatt simulation, while accurate, may be too specific for some.
- • Price point places it at the higher end of overdrive pedals.
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
Boost/Overdrive/Analog Amp Simulation (Hiwatt)
Controls
Boost: Bass, Treble, PWR/ODR (Boost/Overdrive), Amp: Bass, Middle, Treble, B/L/N (Bright/Linked/Normal), 103/504 (100W/50W)
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
9V DC (Isolated, center negative, minimum 300mA - recommended)
Connections
Input, Output, Send, Return, DC 9V
Dimensions
185mm (W) x 138mm (D) x 65mm (H)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'Bright' setting adds a subtle high-end emphasis to the amp simulation, mimicking a brighter Hiwatt tone often achieved with specific speaker combinations.
Absolutely. The send/return loop allows you to completely bypass the amp section and use the boost as a standalone overdrive, offering a wider range of tonal options.
It's a very faithful recreation of a Hiwatt, but CTC's design philosophy always adds a touch of their own character – a slightly more aggressive, modern feel compared to a purely vintage recreation.
