ThorpyFX Heavy Water Boost
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ThorpyFX
Heavy Water Boost
Product Info
Article Number:
471285
Brand:
ThorpyFX
Model:
Heavy Water Boost
Category:
Guitar Effects
Price:
$262.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Heavy Water Boost is a clever little pedal – essentially two distinct boosts in one enclosure. The first side is clean headroom, the second offers a deliciously crunchy germanium-driven grit. It's a great option for players wanting to fatten up their amps or add some subtle saturation without resorting to full-blown overdrive, especially those who appreciate a vintage British tone.
Product Description
- ThorpyFX Heavy Water Boost
- Effect pedal for electric guitar
- High Headroom Dual Boost
- The same boost circuit as the Dane but the second side offers more drive / grid with germanium diodes
- Controls: 2x boost
- 2x low
- LED: 2x effect on
- Footswitch: 2x effect bypass
- Input: 6.3 mm jack
- Output: 6.3 mm jack
- Power adapter connection: Coaxial connection 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- negative polarity inside
- Current consumption: 15 mA
- Power supply via 9 V DC power supply (not included
- suitable power supply: Art.#409939#)
- True bypass
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 65 x 125 x 53 mm
- Weight: 550 g
- Made in the UK
*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.
PROS
- • Germanium diodes impart a unique, warm saturation character.
- • Dual boost design offers versatility from clean to driven tones.
- • Robust metal enclosure feels incredibly solid and well-built.
- • True bypass preserves your signal integrity when inactive.
CONS
- • Limited to 9V DC power, no battery option is inconvenient.
- • The size (125mm deep) can be a tight fit on smaller pedalboards.
- • The 'grid' side can become quite saturated and less transparent.
Product Video
Key Features
Effect Type
High Headroom Dual Boost
Controls
2x Boost, 2x Low
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
9V DC Coaxial (negative polarity)
Connections
6.3mm Mono Input/Output, Coaxial Power Connection
Dimensions
65 x 125 x 53 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's more of a saturated boost than a full-blown overdrive; it retains more of your original signal while adding harmonic richness and a slightly compressed feel.
It's more nuanced than a simple bass boost; it shapes the low-end response, adding warmth or tightening up the sound depending on the setting.
It’s deeper than some pedals, so careful planning is needed, especially on smaller boards, but the dual-functionality makes it worthwhile for many.
