MXR Custom Shop Timmy CSP027

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MXR Custom Shop Timmy CSP027

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Custom Shop Timmy CSP027

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Product Info

Article Number: 486929
Brand: MXR
Model: Custom Shop Timmy CSP027
Price: $163.90

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The Custom Shop Timmy is a beautifully voiced overdrive pedal, clearly influenced by Paul Cochrane's signature tone. It's a fantastic choice for players seeking a transparent, amp-like boost and subtle to medium gain overdrive, especially those wanting to preserve their amp’s inherent character. It’s a premium-priced option for those looking for a specific, refined overdrive sound.

Product Description

  • MXR Custom Shop Timmy CSP027
  • Effects Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Overdrive
  • Developed in collaboration with Paul Cochrane
  • 3 Selectable clipping modes (asymmetrical with medium saturation
  • symmetrical with light saturation and asymmetrical with full saturation)
  • LF353 Op-Amp enables high output
  • High-gain sounds and hi-fi sound quality
  • True bypass
  • Bass
  • Gain
  • Volume and Treble controls
  • Clip toggle switch selects the clipping style
  • Bypass foot switch
  • Status LED
  • Metal housing
  • Input and output: 6.3 mm mono jack
  • Power supply via optional 9V DC power supply (Dunlop ECB 003
  • 2.1 x 5.5 mm coaxial connector
  • polarity (-) inside)
  • Current consumption: 2.2 mA
  • Dimensions (L x W x H) 90 x 40 x 55 mm
  • Weight about 130 g

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.

*Note:* Register your product at https://shop.warwick.de/en/warrantyregistration and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Paul Cochrane’s voicing delivers a remarkably transparent, amp-like overdrive.
  • • The LF353 op-amp provides a clean, high-headroom signal without excessive noise.
  • • Three clipping modes offer a surprisingly wide range of tonal character, from subtle to crunchy.
  • • Metal enclosure feels robust and inspires confidence in its long-term durability.
CONS
  • • Lacks battery operation, requiring a dedicated power supply, adding to setup complexity.
  • • Limited versatility compared to multi-mode distortion pedals; a more focused design.
  • • The Treble control can be a bit aggressive, requiring careful adjustment to avoid harshness.

Product Video

Key Features

Distortion Type Overdrive with selectable clipping (asymmetrical/symmetrical)
Controls Bass, Gain, Volume, Treble, Clip Select Toggle
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC (2.1mm x 5.5mm coaxial connector, center negative)
Connections Two 6.3mm mono jacks (Input/Output)
Dimensions 90 x 40 x 55 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

The CSP027 offers more tonal flexibility with its selectable clipping modes, while retaining the core Timmy transparency. It’s a refined version, offering a wider range of overdrive possibilities.
While it can deliver crunch, the Timmy CSP027 is best suited for rock, blues, and country – not high-gain metal. It excels at adding warmth and subtle distortion, not extreme aggression.
The LF353 contributes to the pedal's clean headroom and relatively low noise floor, resulting in a more pristine and dynamic overdrive signal compared to some alternatives.

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