Joyo JF-23 Argos Overdrive
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Joyo
JF-23 Argos Overdrive
Product Info
Article Number:
586713
Brand:
Joyo
Model:
JF-23 Argos Overdrive
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$42.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Joyo Argos is a seriously clever little overdrive. It's like they crammed a few different classic drive circuits into one box with that 'attack' control, giving you a surprising range of tones. A fantastic option for players seeking a versatile, affordable overdrive to add some grit and warmth to their clean or already distorted signal.
Product Description
- Joyo JF-23 Argos Overdrive
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Overdrive
- 6 Switchable overdrive sounds via the attack control
- Built-in noise gate
- Controls: gain
- level attack
- tone
- gate
- LED: Effect On
- Footswitch: Effect Bypass
- Input: 6.3 mm jack
- Output: 6.3 mm jack
- Power supply connection: Barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- centre negative
- Current consumption: 16 mA
- Powered by a 9 V battery or a 9 V DC mains adapter (not included)
- suitable optional mains adapter: Art.#409939#
- Dimensions: (W x D x H): 72 x 122 x 56 mm
- Weight: 336 g
PROS
- • Attack knob provides surprisingly nuanced overdrive character.
- • Noise gate effectively tames higher gain settings.
- • Compact size makes it pedalboard-friendly for most setups.
- • Excellent value; performance punches well above its price point.
CONS
- • Plastic enclosure feels a little cheap and less durable.
- • Tone control can be a bit muddy at lower frequencies.
- • Limited control flexibility compared to more complex overdrives.
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
Overdrive/Light Distortion
Controls
Gain, Level, Attack, Tone, Gate
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
9V Battery or 9V DC Adapter (barrel connector 5.5x2.1mm)
Connections
6.3mm Mono Input, 6.3mm Mono Output, DC 9V Power Input
Dimensions
72 x 122 x 56 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
The attack knob primarily shapes the initial transient of the note, offering a shift from smoother, more rounded overdrive to a more aggressive, cutting response.
It's a basic gate, so it's best for taming moderate gain settings; very high gain will still reveal some hiss, but it's a significant improvement over no gate at all.
The Argos offers a wider tonal palette with the attack control, whereas the OT-100 is more focused on replicating a specific amp tone; both are solid choices at this price point.
