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Description
Dive into the sweet, dynamic world of overdrive with the Beetronics FX Overhive. This pedal stands out in the swarm with its unique ability to morph from a gentle, warm buzz to a ferocious, sizzling overdrive, all while preserving the integrity of your amp's true voice. The Hive and Body switches offer nuanced control over your sound's thickness and character, making it a breeze to find your perfect tone. Whether you're after a subtle boost or a full-on roar, the Overhive delivers with precision and versatility. Its handcrafted design and straightforward controls, including the standout Honey knob for gain adjustment, ensure a high-quality, user-friendly experience that caters to guitarists of all genres. Join the Beetronics colony and let your creativity flourish with the Overhive.
Key Features:
- Handcrafted design for premium quality and attention to detail.
- Hive and Body switches to alter sound thickness and character.
- Straightforward volume and tone knobs for easy sound shaping.
- Honey knob for versatile gain control, from light to intense overdrive.
- Maintains natural character of the amp, highly reactive to player's touch.
- Suitable for a wide range of musical genres and playing styles.
Product specs
| Pedal Type | Overdrive |
| Analog/Digital | Analog |
| Inputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| Outputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| True Bypass | Yes |
| EQ | Tone Control |
| Controls | Body switch, Hive switch, Honey |
| Power Source | 9V DC power supply (sold separately) |
| Height | 2.75" |
| Width | 3.5" |
| Depth | 5.5" |
| Weight | 1 lbs. |
FAQs
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What type of overdrive tones can I achieve with the Beetronics FX Overhive?
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The Beetronics FX Overhive offers a versatile range of mid-gain overdrive tones, suitable for blues, rock, and alternative genres. Its unique controls allow you to shape the overdrive from warm and smooth to aggressive and biting.
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How do the Body and Hive switches on the Beetronics FX Overhive affect the sound?
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The Body switch adjusts the low-end response, while the Hive switch alters the pedal's gain structure, providing different overdrive textures. These controls allow you to fine-tune your sound to suit various playing styles and guitars.
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Is the Beetronics FX Overhive true bypass?
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Yes, the Beetronics FX Overhive is a true bypass pedal, ensuring that your guitar's signal remains unaffected when the pedal is switched off, preserving your tone.
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Can I power the Beetronics FX Overhive with a battery?
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No, the Beetronics FX Overhive requires a 9V DC power supply, which is sold separately, and does not support battery operation.
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Is the Beetronics FX Overhive suitable for use with bass guitars?
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While primarily designed for electric guitars, the Beetronics FX Overhive can be used with bass guitars, offering unique tonal possibilities for bassists seeking an overdrive effect.
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Beetronics Overhive Medium Gain Overdrive | Reverb Demo
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PROS
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Unique overdrive tone not found in typical pedals
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Wide tone shaping capabilities with extensive range
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Distinctive "Honey" knob adds unique texture to sound
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High-quality, well-crafted design and build
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Versatile, works well with additional gear like the Buzzter
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Offers both thick and transparent sound qualities
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Tailorable sound with "comb" and "bee" switches for tonal variation
CONS
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Not a transparent overdrive, may not suit all tastes
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"Honey" knob's effect may be too unique or specific for some
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Larger than average size, may not fit easily on all pedalboards
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Quality control issues with power jack soldering reported
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Not likely to be an "always-on" pedal due to its distinctive sound
Owner Insights
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Features and functionality
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The "Hive" switch adjusts breakup tightness, while the "Body" switch adds low-end boost, offering clear tonal manipulation.
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Mods and upgrades
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Davies knobs can be added to increase the size of the existing knobs for easier control.
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Use cases and applications
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Works well for rhythm and finger-picking, smoothing fuzz with loosened Hive control, and enhancing leads with tightened settings.
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At 1:00 in the video by Premier Guitar titled "Baroness Rig Rundown with John Baizley, Gina Gleason & Nick Jost Guitar & Bass Gear Tour [2024]," the Beetronics FX Overhive overdrive pedal is visibly attached to John Dyer Baizley's pedalboard.
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