Keeley Manis Overdrive
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Keeley
Manis Overdrive
Product Info
Article Number:
619995
Brand:
Keeley
Model:
Manis Overdrive
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$284.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Keeley Manis is a seriously cool overdrive. It nails that classic germanium amp vibe, and the transistor mode adds a unique, almost fuzz-like edge. This is perfect for players chasing vintage tones in rock, blues, and roots music – especially those who want a bit more flexibility than a straight-up clone.
Product Description
- Keeley Manis Overdrive
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Overdrive
- Flexible clone-style overdrive with additional sound-shaping options
- Switchable between authentic germanium diodes and germanium transistors from the Cold War era
- Tone control switch for selecting bass boost or standard
- Drive switch for selecting germanium transistor or germanium diode
- Switchable between true bypass and completely silent buffered bypass via footswitch
- Controls: Tone
- Drive and Level
- Switches: Bass+ / Stock
- GE Trans / GE Diode
- Footswitch: Effect Bypass
- Status LED
- Input and output: 6.3 mm mono jack
- Power consumption: 17 mA
- Power supply via 9 - 18 V DC mains adapter (2.1 x 5.5 mm barrel connector
- centre negative - not included)
- Aluminium housing
- Dimensions: (L x W x H): 127 x 67 x 70 mm
- Weight: 290 g
- Made in USA
*Note:* Battery operation is not supported
PROS
- • Authentic germanium tones with a distinct vintage warmth.
- • Unique GE transistor option adds a darker, more compressed character.
- • Excellent build quality with a sturdy aluminum enclosure.
- • Flexible tone shaping with the Bass+ switch and diode/transistor selection.
CONS
- • Price point puts it in a premium-priced category for an overdrive.
- • Limited versatility; excels at vintage-style overdrive, less suited for modern high-gain sounds.
- • Power supply not included, an additional expense for some users.
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
Clone-style overdrive with germanium diode and transistor options
Controls
Tone, Drive, Level
Bypass Type
True Bypass / Buffered Bypass selectable
Power Supply
9-18V DC mains adapter (2.1 x 5.5mm, center negative)
Connections
6.3mm mono jack (Input, Output)
Dimensions
127 x 67 x 70 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
The transistor mode offers a darker, more compressed sound with a slightly smoother sustain, while the diode mode is brighter and more responsive to picking dynamics.
The buffered bypass provides a subtle signal boost and helps maintain clarity, particularly when used with long cable runs or multiple pedals.
The Manis offers a wider range of tonal options with the diode/transistor switch and bass boost, whereas the others are more focused on a specific, classic germanium sound.
