We have a great soft spot for analog overdrives with MIDI and presets. There is just something about bringing together an all analog signal path with digital control of parameters. Here are a list of some of our favorites.
A versatile analog overdrive pedal, the Elektron Analog Drive offers eight different distortion circuits, ranging from light overdrive to full-on fuzz. It provides exceptional tonal flexibility with a 3-band EQ for fine-tuning your sound. Key feature: full MIDI integration, allowing control of parameters via MIDI, and it supports up to 100 user presets, making it a powerful tool for live and studio setups.
Combining analog warmth with digital precision, the Chase Bliss Preamp MKII is a highly customizable overdrive and fuzz pedal designed in collaboration with Benson Amps. With features like a comprehensive 3-band EQ and a unique combination of drive and fuzz circuits, this pedal stands out. It’s fully MIDI-controllable, with support for 122 preset slots, offering unmatched flexibility in tone sculpting.
The Kernom Ridge redefines overdrive with its innovative “morphing analog” technology, allowing seamless transitions between overdrive flavors. Its intuitive controls give players a vast range of drive textures, from clean boosts to thick distortion. MIDI support lets you control every parameter remotely, and it comes with preset saving capability, allowing quick recall of your favorite settings during performance or recording.
The OG of analog preset ovetdrives, the TC Nova Drive is a dual-engine overdrive/distortion pedal that offers analog drive circuitry with digital control. This pedal shines in its ability to blend overdrive and distortion for a wide variety of tones. With full MIDI integration, users can control parameters and save 18 presets directly, making it a favorite for players who need flexibility and recallability in their rig.
Designed with versatility in mind, the RJM Overture Overdrive features 6 independent overdrive circuits ranging from subtle boosts to high-gain distortion. It excels in providing different voicings for various playing styles. With MIDI support, you can access up to 100 presets, ensuring easy tone recall at any moment, perfect for dynamic live sets.
Our second Pedal from Chase Bliss, the Brothers is an analog dual-channel overdrive and fuzz pedal with a rich blend of two separate gain stages that can be combined or stacked for a range of sonic textures. What sets it apart is its MIDI control over every parameter, and it can store up to 122 presets. The pedal is known for its ability to morph between subtle overdrive to aggressive fuzz, all under precise MIDI control.
The Jet Lamb Overdrive offers a unique approach with dynamic touch sensitivity and a versatile tone-shaping section. Its responsive analog circuitry provides a wide range of overdrive tones, ideal for players who value control over the nuances of their sound. It also supports MIDI integration for external control and presets, making it adaptable for modern setups where instant tone recall is crucial.
A robust, high-gain overdrive pedal with an emphasis on modern distortion, the Decibel Dirt Clod features a powerful EQ section and the ability to fine-tune harmonic content. Full MIDI control allows users to change settings on the fly, and its preset capabilities ensure you can store and recall favorite tones for consistent performance in any situation.
