tc electronic Tube Pilot Overdrive
Professional music gear - detailed information and where to buy
tc electronic
Tube Pilot Overdrive
Product Info
Article Number:
435614
Brand:
tc electronic
Model:
Tube Pilot Overdrive
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$63.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Tube Pilot is a surprisingly good little overdrive that nails a warm, vintage tube amp sound. It’s a fantastic option for players wanting that classic, slightly gritty tone without a massive price tag or complex controls – especially good for blues, rock, and country players who want a little extra push without going full distortion.
Product Description
- tc electronic Tube Pilot Overdrive
- Effect Pedal
- Distortion with 12AX7 tube
- Controllers: Out Level - Tube Drive
- True bypass
- LED: Effect On / Off
- Foot switch: Effect bypass
- Connections: (6.3 mm jack)
- output (6.3 mm jack)
- power supply connection (coaxial socket 5.5 x 2.1 mm - negative pole inside)
- Power consumption: 400mA
- Power supply with a 9 V DC power supply (not included - suitable power supply: Article Nr #409939#)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 74 x 132 x 58 mm
- Weight: 500 g
*Note:* Battery operation not possible.
PROS
- • Warm, tube-driven overdrive with a pleasing, natural response
- • 12AX7 tube provides authentic vintage amp tone and saturation
- • Compact size makes it pedalboard-friendly for most setups
- • Excellent value – delivers a lot of tube tone for the price
CONS
- • Limited tonal flexibility compared to more complex overdrive pedals
- • Requires a regulated 9V DC power supply – no battery operation
- • The 12AX7 tube will eventually need replacement, adding to long-term cost
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
Tube Overdrive
Controls
Out Level, Tube Drive
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
9V DC, 400mA (negative center pole)
Connections
6.3mm mono input, 6.3mm mono output, DC power input
Dimensions
74 x 132 x 58 mm
Similar Products
Taylor 814ce Special Edition Sedona
Other Acoustic Guitars
$5,499
*Note:* Register your Taylor guitar to extend your warranty to 12 years.
Manuel Rodriguez Superior Flamenco Sabicas C3-F
Flamenco Guitars
$957
Flamenco Guitar, Top: Solid European Carpathian spruce, Back and...
Frequently Asked Questions
The SD-1 is brighter and more compressed; the Tube Pilot offers a warmer, more dynamic response thanks to the 12AX7, with a more natural tube saturation.
Yes, the 12AX7 is a very common tube, widely available from multiple suppliers, although it will need occasional replacement.
Yes, the tube will impart a subtle warmth and character even with the drive knob turned down, which can be desirable for some players.
