Fender Hammertone Breakup Driver
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Hammertone Breakup Driver
Product Info
Article Number:
619736
Brand:
Fender
Model:
Hammertone Breakup Driver
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$97.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Hammertone Breakup Driver is a surprisingly good little overdrive. It’s got a classic, crunchy breakup character that’s perfect for blues, rock, and even some heavier rhythm work. If you’re looking for a straightforward, affordable way to add some grit without getting into full-blown distortion, this is a solid choice.
Product Description
- Fender Hammertone Breakup Driver
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- JFET-based Overdrive
- Controls: Drive
- Tone
- Level
- Switch: Type
- Mids
- Footswitch: Effect Bypass
- LED: Effect On
- Input and output: 6.3 mm jack
- Power supply via 9 V DC mains adapter (2.1 x 5.5 mm barrel connector
- centre negative) - suitable mains adapter Art. #409939# (not included)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 62 x 112 x 56 mm
- Weight: 250 g
PROS
- • JFET circuitry delivers a responsive, dynamic overdrive feel
- • Hammertone finish provides a unique, vintage aesthetic appeal
- • Simple controls allow for quick dialing-in of desirable tones
- • Compact size makes it pedalboard-friendly for most setups
CONS
- • Limited tonal flexibility compared to multi-mode distortion pedals
- • Power supply not included, adding to the overall cost
- • Can be a bit noisy with high gain settings and sensitive pickups
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
JFET-based overdrive/breakup
Controls
Drive, Tone, Level, Type, Mids
Bypass Type
True bypass
Power Supply
9V DC adapter (2.1 x 5.5mm, center negative)
Connections
6.3mm mono jacks (Input, Output)
Dimensions
62 x 112 x 56 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Type switch toggles between a more transparent overdrive and a thicker, more saturated breakup tone, subtly altering the harmonic content.
Yes, the Hammertone Driver handles humbuckers very well, providing a nice, crunchy drive without getting muddy – just be mindful of potential noise at higher gain settings.
It's a fairly standard tone control, but the JFET preamp's interaction with it gives it a slightly more nuanced response than a basic passive EQ.
