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Description
Experience the Electro-Harmonix East River Drive - a beast of an overdrive pedal that's as bold and unapologetic as New York City itself. Designed with symmetrical overdrive, it adds an edgy gain to your sound without compromising your tone. Whether you're looking to enhance your clean sound with a touch of grit or push your already dynamic tone to the limit, this pedal has got you covered.
Take control of your sound with Volume and Drive knobs that can take your tone from sweet melodies to searing solos. The Tone control allows you to dial in the perfect amount of bite, ensuring your sound cuts through any mix. No matter how hard you drive it, the East River Drive puts you in the driver's seat of your sound.
Constructed with a near-bulletproof design and true bypass signal path, this pedal is built to last, offering a tone that remains unflinching under any condition. Embrace the East Coast attitude and bring home the Electro-Harmonix East River Drive today.
Key Features:
- Symmetrical overdrive for edge and gain without compromising tone
- Volume and Drive controls for variable sound from sweet to searing
- Tone control for adjustable bite and attack
- True bypass design for an unaltered, clean signal path
- Near-bulletproof construction for lasting durability
- Powered by a 9V battery or optional AC adapter (not included)
Owner's manual
Electro-Harmonix East River Drive User ManualProduct specs
| Pedal Type | Overdrive |
| Inputs | 1 x Instrument |
| Outputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| Power Source | 9V DC power supply (sold separately) |
| Batteries | 1 x 9V |
| Height | 2" |
| Width | 2.2" |
| Depth | 4.3" |
| Weight | 0.55 lbs. |
FAQs
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What type of overdrive does the Electro-Harmonix East River Drive provide?
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The Electro-Harmonix East River Drive offers a symmetrical overdrive, known for adding edge and gain without compromising the original tone. It's designed to deliver authentic Tube Screamer-style sounds.
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Is the Electro-Harmonix East River Drive suitable for use with both clean and distorted amp settings?
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Yes, the East River Drive works well with both clean and distorted amp settings, enhancing the natural tone of your guitar while providing a wide range of overdrive tones.
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What power supply does the Electro-Harmonix East River Drive require?
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The Electro-Harmonix East River Drive requires a 9V DC power supply, which is sold separately. It can also be powered by a 9V battery.
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How does the Electro-Harmonix East River Drive compare to other overdrive pedals?
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The East River Drive is modeled after the classic Tube Screamer, offering similar tonal characteristics with added versatility and a bold sound, making it a popular choice among guitarists seeking vintage overdrive tones.
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Can the Electro-Harmonix East River Drive be used with a bass guitar?
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While primarily designed for electric guitars, the East River Drive can also be used with a bass guitar, adding a gritty edge to the bass tone without losing low-end clarity.
Videos
EHX
Electro-Harmonix East River Drive Overdrive (EHX Pedal Demo)
Electro-Harmonix East River Drive Overdrive (EHX Pedal Demo)
EHX
Electro-Harmonix East River Drive
Prymaxe
Electro-Harmonix East River Drive Overdrive Pedal (Demo by JJ Tanis)
EHX
Electro-Harmonix East River Drive Pedal Review by Sweetwater Sound
Sweetwater
Electro-Harmonix East River Drive Overdrive Effects Pedal Demo
Guitar Center
Electro-Harmonix East River Drive | Reverb Demo Video
Reverb
Was Josh Scott right about this? EHX East River Drive
Budget Pedal Chap
Electro-Harmonix EAST RIVER DRIVE Demo
MUSIMASTER TV
Reviews
PROS
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Tube Screamer style with its own unique personality
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Versatile for various musical styles; great for blues, rock, country
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Compatible with multiple guitar pickups and amp types
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Excellent for stacking with other pedals for enhanced sound
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Provides a classic, early 1970s Marshall tone with specific setups
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Offers a rich, "creamy" tone that cuts through the mix
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True bypass and competitive pricing
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Encourages experimentation with settings for optimal tone
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Visually appealing design
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Durable and well-built for long-lasting use
CONS
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Some users prefer clearer, more modern-sounding alternatives
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Not the best overdrive for all players’ needs, despite high value
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May require modding for specific tonal enhancements
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Electro-Harmonix East River Drive.
Comparisons
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The East River Drive is a TS-808 clone, offering a mid boost similar to the Boss SD-1, but with a different tonal character.
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Analogman’s involvement in design makes it superior to reissue 808s, offering better performance at half the price.
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The Way Huge Green Rhino is praised for its EQ options and output, surpassing the East River Drive in versatility.
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The Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive is preferred by some for cutting through a band mix better than the East River Drive.
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Build quality
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Notable for its loud activation button; some users find the pedal's housing and switch mechanism to be of lower quality.
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Use cases and applications
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Works well for progressive and 70s rock tones and enhances fuzz pedals beautifully, complementing the SD-1 for a varied sound palette.
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Can emulate tube amp sounds, like a Fender Blues Junior, especially when paired with an Orange Crush amp.
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The East River Drive is favored for tightening low end without sacrificing fullness, particularly in rock and metal settings.
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Value and pricing
User experience
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Some owners have returned the pedal due to its more pronounced impact on guitar tone compared to a TS9, which might not suit all preferences.
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New users find it versatile, delivering from volume boost to heavy distortion and excelling at mid-range crunchy tube screamer sounds.
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Owners note the East River Drive features a tone knob with a narrower, more useful range, offering better resolution and control.
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It's reported that the East River Drive's low cut is less drastic, maintaining a beefy sound while controlling bass.
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Users appreciate the East River Drive for its subtle tonal adjustments, making it less touchy compared to other overdrives.
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Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 14 Reviews and 68 Ratings
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Excellent drive
I’m not really a tone nerd or snob, but I own this and an SD-1 and I decided to do a shootout with them. Much to my surprise, the East River is what has wound up on my board! I thought, for my needs, that the SD-1 sounded a little murkier and the East River also seemed to sound a little better and more clear in front of my Walrus Eras. In fact those two working in concert produced some of the best dirty tone I’ve ever heard. Heavy, but also clean and extremely articulate. Couldn’t imagine doing much better than that! And at less than $100, this is a steal. Looks cool too!
Preferred Settings + Usage:
Tone up, volume @12, gain cranked!
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Electro Harmonix East River Drive
I bought this to warm up my cleans and drive pedals and amp harder when needed. As the TS inspiration suggests, it does this job very very well. A bargain when you look at just about any other TS clone, and this one is designed by someone who is a guru when it comes to modding them so its a great example of this classic pedal.
if you need a TS or similar, give this a shot...total bargain very nice looks too. This is one of the best pedals i have used infront of amp drive or other drive pedals, very very god, really blends great
Love it
Tube Screamer derived apparently; can't say how it compares but I can say it's my favourite pedal out of all the pedals I own.
Great Overdrive for the price.
This is not the best overdrive I have ever played, but for the money it's a no-brainer. I actually liked the tone of this more than my Ibanez TS9. You can also spend about 40 bucks to have JHS mod this to either their "Strong Mod" or their High Gain Mod", the strong mod is excellent, everything you want out of a Tubescreamer type overdrive.
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Pure 808
A plain and pure 808 from EHX, made in consultation with the renowned expert on tube screamers, Analog Mike (Analogman effects). A bit beefier than a modern TS9, and half the price.
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oh yeah, you did mention that the ERD is a TS808, silly me
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Cheaper does not mean Lesser
This is a Clone of the Ibanez Tube Screamer. This also costs US$70 and it's available absolutely everywhere. If you want to push an amp harder to give you that filthy goodness, this does the exact same thing as the Tube Screamer you would otherwise pay a few dollars more.
Sometimes, you gotta shop smart. Well-played, Electro-Harmonix.
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its pretty much a TS808 with true bypass and a fair street price... there's absolutely no reason tht Ibanez and Maxon should charge so much for their RI versions, Mike Matthews strikes again! This whole series is awesome, I enjoyed my soulfood until I traded it, and I think the OD Glove sounds better than the Fulltone OCD its based on.
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Best tube screamer clone ever!
Identical circuit to a od808 but its true bypass and half the price. What more can you ask for?
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Artist usage
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Ilan Rubin owns an Electro-Harmonix East River Drive overdrive pedal, as listed on Reverb.com. This pedal, known for its JRC4558 IC-based circuitry, offers a bold and versatile overdrive that enhances tone without sacrificing clarity.
In a user-uploaded photo, Alejandro Marcovich appears to be using the Electro-Harmonix East River Drive pedal. Although the image is slightly blurry, those familiar with EHX pedals, including myself, can recognize it by its distinctive details. Notably, the pedal seems to feature two lateral toggle switches on the left side, indicating possible modifications.
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In this pedalboard photo by Lloyd, the EHX East River Drive is visible.
Samantha Scarlette uses the Electro-Harmonix East River Drive overdrive pedal on her pedalboard, as shown in a user-uploaded photo.
Luke Weiler of Positive Mental Trip being a fan of Analog Man and Electro Harmonix now plays and plays the East River Drive. You can hear it on some of the pretty slightly dirty guitar lines on the instrumental “Forward Moving” which is the 1 st track in the “Love Never Dies” batch of demos which will be polished into an album later in 2019.
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