MXR Yngwie Malmsteen Overdrive Red
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MXR
Yngwie Malmsteen Overdrive Red
Product Info
Article Number:
600115
Brand:
MXR
Model:
Yngwie Malmsteen Overdrive Red
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$141.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This little red box is a direct line to Yngwie's signature sound – think blazing neoclassical shredding. It’s got a raw, aggressive edge, perfect for players who want that blistering lead tone. If you’re chasing that high-octane, articulate overdrive, this is a seriously affordable way to get it.
Product Description
- MXR Yngwie Malmsteen Overdrive Red
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Yngwie Malmsteen Signature Model
- Overdrive
- Circuit developed in close collaboration with Yngwie Malmsteen
- Perfectly matched to his lightning-fast arpeggios
- expressive vibrato and powerful
- striking riffs
- Simple operation with just two controls: Level & Gain
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 60 x 32 x 111 mm
- Colour: Red
PROS
- • Delivers signature Malmsteen searing lead tones with impressive clarity.
- • Robust MXR construction ensures gig-ready durability and reliability.
- • Simple controls allow for quick dialing-in of aggressive overdrive sounds.
- • Surprisingly responsive to pickup changes, adding tonal flexibility.
CONS
- • Limited control set restricts nuanced sound sculpting capabilities.
- • Can be overly aggressive for clean or subtle rhythm tones.
- • Its high-gain nature may not suit all music genres or playing styles.
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
High-Gain Overdrive/Distortion
Controls
Level (Output Volume), Gain (Distortion Intensity)
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
9V DC Power Supply (Negative Tip, optional)
Connections
1/4" Input, 1/4" Output, 1/4" DC Power Jack
Dimensions
60 x 32 x 111 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's much more aggressive than a Tubescreamer; it's designed for lead tones, not subtle rhythm swells, and won't stack well with many clean amps.
Absolutely; true bypass ensures your signal remains untouched when the pedal is off, preserving your amp's natural tone and dynamics.
While it works with both, it truly shines with humbuckers, bringing out their high output and clarity to create those searing lead tones Yngwie is known for.
