Tone City King Of Blues V2

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Tone City King Of Blues V2 - Overdrive

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King Of Blues V2 - Overdrive

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Product Info

Article Number: 539798
Model: King Of Blues V2 - Overdrive
Price: $90.20

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The King Of Blues V2 is a clever little pedal, clearly inspired by pricier boutique overdrives. It’s a great option for blues, rock, and country players wanting a warm, responsive drive without spending a fortune – just be aware of its limitations when chasing heavier sounds.

Product Description

  • Tone City King Of Blues V2 - Overdrive
  • Effect Pedal
  • Overdrive
  • Inspired by a legendary ('royal') 2-channel overdrive boutique pedal from the USA
  • Two switchable channels (Engine A / Engine B) can be used individually or combined
  • Engine A offers a warm
  • transparent overdrive with an accentuated mid-range.
  • Engine B offers a fat
  • smooth overdrive with less mids and a dynamic bass sound
  • Separate control options for each section
  • Sensitive reaction to the volume control of the guitar and the dynamics in the game
  • True bypass
  • Controls for 2x gain
  • 2x volume
  • 2x tone
  • Bypass footswitch for each section
  • Status LED for each section
  • Metal housing
  • Input: 6.3 mm jack
  • Output: 6.3 mm jack
  • Power supply connection: Barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm
  • centre negative
  • Power supply via 9 V DC power supply unit (not included in scope of delivery)
  • Power consumption: 25 mA
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 92 x 120 x 55 mm
  • Weight: approx. 350 g

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.

PROS
  • • Dual channels offer surprisingly versatile overdrive tones.
  • • Metal housing provides a decent level of road-worthiness.
  • • Responsive to guitar volume, allowing for dynamic playing.
  • • Affordable price point makes it accessible to many players.
CONS
  • • Build quality, while acceptable, feels somewhat plasticky.
  • • Tone controls can be a little vague and less precise.
  • • Limited headroom; not ideal for high-gain, modern styles.

Product Video

Key Features

Distortion Type Overdrive/Light Distortion
Controls 2x Gain, 2x Volume, 2x Tone per channel
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC Barrel Connector (5.5 x 2.1mm)
Connections 6.3mm Mono Jack (Input/Output)
Dimensions Approximately 4.75 in x 1.75 in x 2.75 in

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Frequently Asked Questions

It aims for a similar transparent, mid-focused boost but lacks the Centaur’s dynamic range and overall refinement – it’s a decent approximation at a fraction of the cost.
While it *can* be used with bass, the limited headroom and mid-focused nature might not be ideal; it’ll work best for subtle overdrive rather than a thick, distorted bass tone.
The main enclosure is metal, but some internal components and the footswitch mechanism likely incorporate plastic parts – it’s not a solid metal build throughout.

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