JHS Pedals Lari Basilio Overdrive VL / BL

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JHS Pedals Lari Basilio Overdrive VL / BL

JHS Pedals

Lari Basilio Overdrive VL / BL

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Product Info

Article Number: 603723
Model: Lari Basilio Overdrive VL / BL
Price: $251.90

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The Lari Basilio Overdrive is a seriously flexible pedal. It's got a unique character thanks to that mid-range control, letting you dial in everything from a warm, transparent boost to a gritty, singing distortion. This is perfect for players wanting a versatile overdrive that cuts through the mix, especially in rock, blues, and modern alternative settings.

Product Description

  • JHS Pedals Lari Basilio Overdrive VL / BL
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Lari Basilio Signature model
  • Ultra-flexible overdrive / distortion effect with adjustable mid-range
  • Buffered bypass
  • Controls: Volume
  • Mid Freq
  • Gain
  • Bass
  • Middle
  • Treble
  • Silent Soft Touch foot switch: effect bypass
  • Status LED
  • Input and output: 6.3 mm mono jacks
  • Power supply via 9 V DC power supply unit (2.1 x 5.5 mm barrel connector
  • centre negative - not included)
  • Power consumption: 55 mA
  • Metal housing
  • Dimensions: (L x W x H): 120 x 89 x 38 mm
  • Weight: approx 395 g
  • Colour: Violet / Black
  • Made in USA

*Note:* No battery operation possible

PROS
  • • Exceptional mid-range sculpting for focused, articulate overdrive tones.
  • • Robust metal enclosure feels substantial and roadworthy.
  • • Buffered bypass preserves signal integrity, even with long cable runs.
  • • Versatile gain range, from subtle boost to crunchy distortion.
CONS
  • • Lacks battery operation, requiring a dedicated power supply.
  • • Violet finish might not appeal to all aesthetic preferences.
  • • Size is relatively large, potentially an issue for smaller pedalboards.

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Key Features

Distortion Type Overdrive/Distortion with a focus on mid-range character
Controls Volume, Mid Freq, Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble
Bypass Type Buffered Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC (2.1 x 5.5mm barrel connector, center negative)
Connections 6.3mm Mono Jacks (Input/Output)
Dimensions 120 x 89 x 38 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s more targeted; it affects the gain stage's mid frequencies, offering a more pronounced tonal shaping than a broad EQ.
Yes, even at lower gain settings, it imparts a subtle warmth and a bit of added character due to the buffered bypass and mid-range focus.
The Lari Basilio offers a more aggressive and focused distortion with more precise mid-range control than the Clayton, while it's more versatile than the RT-6, which is primarily a vintage-style overdrive.

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