Introducing the Ashdown Engineering Ashdown John Myung Double Drive Pedal, a bass-optimized dual overdrive pedal that echoes the distinct musical style of Dream Theater's founding member, John Myung. This remarkable product is the result of a collaboration between Ashdown and Dream Theater's long-term tech, Maddi Schieferstein. The Double Drive is specifically designed to deliver clear, raging distortion across a wide range of frequencies.

Switch between two distinct overdrive styles with ease. Drive 1 offers a subtle harmonic distortion, perfect for nuanced performances, while Drive 2 cranks up the saturation for a fuzz-like distortion that still maintains absolute clarity. The Double Drive goes beyond delivering stellar overdriven bass tones, it also offers a transformer-isolated balanced DI output, allowing you to easily connect to a mixer or soundboard while a handy onboard ground-lift switch quickly eliminates any unwanted noise. With the Ashdown John Myung Double Drive Pedal, you're not just getting an overdrive pedal, you're obtaining a powerful tool for sculpting your unique sound.

Key Features:

• Signature bass dual overdrive pedal designed for Dream Theater's John Myung
• Two unique types of switchable, stackable distortion in one pedal
• Drive 1 mode provides subtle harmonic distortion; Drive 2 offers fuzz-like distortion with complete clarity
• Transformer-isolated balanced DI output for sending your signal to a mixer or soundboard
• Includes ground-lift switch to easily eliminate unwanted noise.

Product specs

FAQs

What type of power supply does the Ashdown John Myung Double Drive Pedal require?

The Ashdown John Myung Double Drive Pedal requires a 9V-18V DC power supply, which is sold separately.

Can the Ashdown John Myung Double Drive Pedal be used for both guitar and bass?

Yes, the Ashdown John Myung Double Drive Pedal is designed to work well with both guitar and bass, offering versatile overdrive tones suitable for various styles.

What are the main controls on the Ashdown John Myung Double Drive Pedal?

The pedal features Grit and Burn controls, allowing users to shape the overdrive intensity and character, along with a Tone Control for adjusting EQ settings.

Does the Ashdown John Myung Double Drive Pedal have a direct output option?

Yes, it includes an XLR direct out, providing a convenient option for direct connection to a mixing console or audio interface.

How does the Ashdown John Myung Double Drive Pedal differ from a standard overdrive pedal?

The Ashdown John Myung Double Drive Pedal offers dual overdrive circuits, allowing for complex tonal layering and a wider range of sound customization compared to standard single overdrive pedals.