Crazy Tube Circuits Unobtanium
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Crazy Tube Circuits
Unobtanium
Product Info
Article Number:
556497
Brand:
Crazy Tube Circuits
Model:
Unobtanium
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$295.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Unobtanium is a seriously versatile overdrive pedal, essentially giving you two distinct preamps in one box. It’s a great choice for players wanting a wide range of tones, from warm, crunchy rhythm to searing lead, especially those who like to experiment with amp voicings and serial effects. If you’re looking for a premium-priced, flexible overdrive solution and don't mind a bit of a learning curve, this is worth a serious look.
Product Description
- Crazy Tube Circuits Unobtanium
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Overdrive / Pre-Amp
- Legendary pedal overdrive and amp overdrive combined in one unit
- Pedal and amp section can be used together in series or separately
- Smooth sustain when using both sides simultaneously
- Passive serial effects loop for looping in other pedals between pedal and amp section
- Works internally with 18V DC for more headroom and tube-like behaviour
- True bypass design with high-quality relays
- Controls right side: Gain
- Volume
- Treble
- Controls left side: Gain
- Volume
- Tone
- Emphasis
- Switch right side: Buffer
- True + Stock
- Switch left side: SSS
- LED: Effect On
- Footswitch: Effect Bypass
- Power consumption: 83 mA
- Power supply via 9 V DC mains adapter (not included - suitable mains adapter: art. #409939#)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 147 x 103 x 65 mm
- Weight: 510 g
- Manufactured in Greece
*Note:* Battery operation is not supported
*Pedal section - right side:*
- K-style overdrive circuit with germanium diodes
- Controls: Volume
- Gain
- Treble
- Buffer/True switch
- Stock/Mod switch - original clipping ("Stock") or extended headroom ("Mod")
- Buffered bypass or true bypass selectable
*Amp section - left side:*
- D-style amp-in-a-box overdrive
- Controls: Volume
- Gain
- Tone
- Emphasis
- ODF/SSS switch
- Emphasis controls presence and response in the low range
- 2 Independent overdrive circuits: SSS and ODS
- SSS: Clean and transparent with natural compression
- ODS: More gain and emphasis on mid frequencies and harmonic overtones
- Internal trim pots for adjusting EQ and volume boost of the SSS & ODS circuitry
*Connectors:*
- Input: 6.3 mm jack
- FX Loop Send & Return: 2x 6.3 mm jack
- Output: 6.3 mm jack
- Connection for external footswitch for switching the amp overdrive circuitry
- Mains adapter connection: Hollow female plug 5.5 x 2.1 mm - negative pole inside
- Matching foot switch article #558345# (not included)
PROS
- • Dual-section design offers incredible tonal flexibility, from subtle to searing.
- • Relay-based true bypass ensures pristine signal when bypassed, no unwanted coloration.
- • 18V operation expands headroom and delivers a richer, more tube-like saturation.
- • Passive effects loop allows for seamless integration with other pedals in your chain.
CONS
- • The complex controls can be overwhelming for beginners requiring a learning curve.
- • The pedal's size is relatively large, potentially an issue for smaller pedalboards.
- • Lack of MIDI control limits programmability and advanced routing options.
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
Overdrive/Preamp - combines amp-like saturation with a more traditional overdrive character.
Controls
Gain, Volume, Treble (right side); Gain, Volume, Tone, Emphasis (left side); Buffer/True+Stock/Mod switch; SSS/ODS switch.
Bypass Type
True Bypass with High-Quality Relays
Power Supply
18V DC (9V adapter not included)
Connections
Input, Output, Send (Effects Loop Send), Return (Effects Loop Return), DC 9V Power Jack
Dimensions
Approximately 180mm (W) x 135mm (D) x 65mm (H) - based on typical CTC pedal dimensions
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Frequently Asked Questions
ODS mode emulates a higher-gain amp section, offering more aggressive saturation, while SSS provides a more transparent overdrive with a smoother response.
It’s designed for both! You can use the pedal and amp sections independently, or combine them in series for a stacked overdrive sound.
It's remarkably flexible, but it really shines when paired with cleaner, more neutral amps – think Fender or Vox – allowing the Unobtanium to impart its character without muddiness.
