Fulltone Full-Drive 3
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Fulltone
Full-Drive 3
Product Info
Article Number:
342619
Brand:
Fulltone
Model:
Full-Drive 3
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$218.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Full-Drive 3 is a classic for a reason – it nails that warm, cranked amp tone in a pedal. It's fantastic for blues, rock, and anything needing a touch of grit or a clean boost. If you want a reliable, well-built overdrive that doesn’t sound sterile, this is a solid choice.
Product Description
- Fulltone Full-Drive 3
- Effects Pedal
- Overdrive / Boost & Buffer
- The FD3 uses both a JFET input and a JFET operational amplifier for the ultimate tube sound
- The Buffered Bypass allows for long cable runs without loss
- and maintains the treble and "feel" of your amplifier whether or not the pedal is on or off
- Controls: Volume
- Tone
- Overdrive
- Boost & Dynamics
- Switches: 3-Way clipping switch & OD-Boost / Boost-OD
- Foot switchable boost
- Power consumption: 13mA
- Power supply is via 9V battery or 9V DC power supply (coaxial connector - negative pole inside
- not included
- corresponding power supply available under Article Nr #409939#)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 131 x 108 x 60 mm
- Weight: 590 g
- Made in the USA
PROS
- • JFET op-amp delivers a convincing, warm tube-like saturation.
- • Buffered bypass preserves high-end clarity, even with long cable runs.
- • 3-way clipping switch offers a range of tonal colors from mild to aggressive.
- • Robust American-made construction feels solid and durable for gigging.
CONS
- • Can be a bit too mid-focused for players seeking a very scooped sound.
- • Limited versatility; primarily excels as an overdrive, not a high-gain distortion.
- • Relatively large footprint might be an issue for smaller pedalboards.
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
Overdrive/Boost with clipping options
Controls
Volume, Tone, Overdrive, Boost & Dynamics
Bypass Type
Buffered
Power Supply
9V battery or 9V DC (coaxial, negative center)
Connections
1/4 in Input, 1/4 in Output, 1/4 in Send, 1/4 in Return
Dimensions
131 x 108 x 60 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
The buffered bypass maintains signal strength and high frequencies which is great for longer cable runs, but some prefer true bypass for a purist signal path.
OD-Boost engages the boost *before* the overdrive circuit, adding more gain; Boost-OD puts the boost *after*, cleaning up the overdrive slightly.
While it can handle some heavier rock, the Full-Drive 3’s character is better suited for lower gain styles; it won't provide the aggressive distortion needed for most metal subgenres.
