MXR M 294 Sugar Drive Mini

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MXR M 294 Sugar Drive Mini

MXR

M 294 Sugar Drive Mini

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Product Info

Article Number: 529180
Brand: MXR
Model: M 294 Sugar Drive Mini
Price: $152.90

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The Sugar Drive Mini is a surprisingly versatile little overdrive, perfect for players wanting a transparent boost or a touch of warm, tube-like saturation. It’s a great addition for those seeking a subtle drive or a slight edge to their amp tone, and its small footprint makes it ideal for cramped pedalboards. It’s a solid choice for blues, rock, and even country players who need a little extra something without getting muddy.

Product Description

  • MXR M 294 Sugar Drive Mini
  • Effect Pedal
  • Overdrive / Distortion
  • Offers a wide range of clear
  • transparent overdrive sounds
  • For boost with tone colouration up to 'blown-tube' distortion
  • Integrated charge pump for more headroom
  • Selectable bypass (True / Buffered)
  • Volume
  • Tone and Drive controls
  • Buffer switch
  • Bypass footswitch
  • Status LEDs
  • Metal housing
  • Input: 6.3 mm jack
  • Output: 6.3 mm jack
  • Power supply via 9V DC power supply (Dunlop ECB 003) with 2.1 mm x 5.5 mm barrel connector
  • polarity (-) inside - power supply not included in the delivery
  • Power consumption: 18.5 mA
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 90 x 40 x 55 mm
  • Weight: 130 g

*Note:* Battery operation not supported.

PROS
  • • Compact size makes it pedalboard-friendly without sacrificing functionality.
  • • Charge pump provides surprising headroom for a mini pedal.
  • • Tone control offers a wide palette, from subtle warmth to aggressive grit.
  • • Metal housing feels robust and well-built; a solid MXR quality.
CONS
  • • Limited control set compared to larger, full-sized MXR overdrive pedals.
  • • Lack of battery operation restricts use to pedalboards or outlets.
  • • Drive range leans towards mid-gain; high-gain distortion isn't its strength.

Product Video

Key Features

Distortion Type Overdrive/Distortion (primarily overdrive, capable of moderate distortion)
Controls Drive, Tone, Volume, Buffer Switch
Bypass Type Selectable Buffered/True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC (2.1mm x 5.5mm barrel connector, polarity -)
Connections 6.3mm mono input/output jacks
Dimensions 90 x 40 x 55 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

Buffered bypass maintains signal strength over longer cable runs, but can slightly color the tone; the switch lets you choose which mode suits your setup.
Absolutely! Setting the Drive knob low and using the Volume control allows for a transparent boost with added clarity and punch.
The Mini offers the core Sugar Drive sound in a smaller package, but the full-size has more control options and a slightly wider gain range.

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