Nux Lacerate FET Boost

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Nux Lacerate FET Boost

Nux

Lacerate FET Boost

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Product Info

Article Number: 526871
Brand: Nux
Model: Lacerate FET Boost
Price: $50.60

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The Nux Lacerate is a surprisingly capable little boost pedal. It's fantastic for adding a touch of grit or a significant volume swell without muddying your tone, especially for players who love a warm, slightly compressed overdrive. It’s a great budget-friendly option for guitarists needing a versatile boost for blues, rock, or even country.

Product Description

  • Nux Lacerate FET Boost
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Boost pedal with two different boosting modes: Clean Boost for clear volume increase without sound colouration - Crank Boost with fat overdrive tone and up to 35dB gain
  • Control: Volume
  • LED: Effect On
  • Boost Indicator
  • Foot switch: Effect Bypass
  • Input: 6.3 mm jack
  • Output: 6.3 mm jack
  • Mains adapter connection: Hollow plug socket 5.5 x 2.1 mm
  • negative polarity inside
  • Power supply via 9 V DC mains adapter (not included
  • suitable mains adapter: article no. #409939#)
  • Switchable true/buffered bypass
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 51 x 94 x 53 mm
  • Weight: 174 g

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.

PROS
  • • FET circuitry delivers a surprisingly thick, responsive overdrive.
  • • Clean boost mode offers transparent volume increase, ideal for solos.
  • • Compact size makes it pedalboard-friendly for most setups.
  • • True bypass preserves your signal when the effect is disengaged.
CONS
  • • Plastic enclosure feels a bit flimsy for frequent gigging.
  • • Lack of battery operation limits portability and convenience.
  • • Gain range, while usable, isn't suited for high-gain metal tones.

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Key Features

Effect Type FET Boost / Overdrive
Controls Volume, Gain (selectable Clean/Crank modes)
Bypass Type Switchable True/Buffered Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC Mains Adapter (5.5 x 2.1mm, negative polarity)
Connections 6.3mm Mono Input, 6.3mm Mono Output, DC Power Input
Dimensions 51 x 94 x 53 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's not a direct clone, but the FET design aims to emulate the warmth and harmonic complexity of a tube amp pushed to overdrive, offering a more saturated, less fizzy character.
Yes, the switchable buffered bypass combats signal degradation over longer cable lengths, maintaining your signal strength even with less-than-ideal wiring.
While usable, the 'Crank' mode's gain isn't designed for full-on high-gain metal. It's more suited for adding grit and sustain than producing a heavily distorted sound.

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