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Goran FatBoy Overdrive Pedal

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Designed for guitarists who crave a robust and dynamic sound, the Goran FatBoy Overdrive Pedal is a versatile tool that brings a wealth of tonal possibilities to your pedalboard. With its custom-tuned circuit, this pedal delivers a rich, warm overdrive that's perfect for blues, rock, and everything in between. The FatBoy is equipped with intuitive controls that allow you to shape your sound effortlessly, making it suitable for both beginners and seasoned musicians.

The pedal's true bypass design ensures that your signal remains pristine when the pedal is not engaged, preserving your guitar's natural tone. It features a sturdy metal chassis that can withstand the rigors of the road, while its compact size makes it easy to fit into any setup. Whether you're looking to add a subtle edge to your solos or drive your amp to new heights, the Goran FatBoy Overdrive Pedal is up to the task.

Key Features:

Custom-tuned circuit for rich, warm overdrive
True bypass design preserves signal integrity
Intuitive control layout for easy tone shaping
Durable metal chassis for road-worthy reliability
Compact size for easy integration into any pedalboard setup
Suitable for a wide range of musical styles and genres

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The Goran FatBoy might be a good alternative to the Blues Driver, offering clarity for complex chords similar to a modded BD-2 but with a unique tone signature.
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It's noted for its ability to handle fast strumming and complex chords such as 7th, 9th, and sus chords, which is crucial for genres like shoegaze and jazz.
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Ideal as an "always-on" pedal for players seeking a brighter, dirtier sound reminiscent of Modest Mouse, without the mid bump of a tubescreamer.
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Owners appreciate its versatility across different music styles, including shoegaze, punk, and emo, particularly for maintaining note clarity with reverb-heavy setups.
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Effectrode Tube-Vibe and Goran Fat Boy | Vintage Guitar® magazine

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The Goran FatBoy Overdrive Pedal impresses with its robust construction and smart, professional control layout. Its dual-mode design offers versatility, with the Vintage mode capturing the essence of early Marshall and Fender amps, while the Fat mode delivers a tight, JCM-era overdrive. The interaction between the Drive and Solo channels allows for dynamic sound adjustments, enhancing both rhythm and lead playing. Though the pedal heavily leans towards classic overdrive tones, its ability to maintain depth across gain settings makes it a standout. Overall, the FatBoy is a solid choice for those seeking vintage and modern overdrive versatility in one pedal.

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Billy Gibbons

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ZZ Top

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You can see the pedal on the floor, on the left.

"Billy Gibbons has recieved his Fat Boy overdrive and was using it today in the studio. He wanted to tell you thank you very much for it from him and that he we will be using it now... " Lance Lopez

"Man, this thing is righteous! Please let the builder know how much we appreciate the kind gift. It's online and in service...! Wow!" Billy F. Gibbons

Albert Cummings

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Verified via Guitar World

"In the studio I used this same setup for amps. For pedals I used a Goran Fatboy for my distortion."

Vlatko Stefanovski

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Leb i Sol

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Goran Custom Guitars, a small boutique guitar company, was a pleasant surprise for me when I tried their products at the Guitar Expo in Belgrade 2010. Goran seems to be a great guitar tone enthusiast and perfectionist. The “Fat boy” is a great guitar pedal with two modes of drive that saves the day or night, regardless of the amp you plug in and play ... Very smooth and creamy sounding. The Guitar pickups are another story. I installed his '59 PAFs on one of my Les Pauls and the result was amazing. The sound became clean and balanced with a great transparency, with a musical not just electrical output. I wish Goran a great success in his search for a great guitar tone! Vlatko Stefanovski

Radomir Mihajlović Točak

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Radomir Mihajlović Točak is listed on the official Goranguitars website as using the Goran FatBoy Overdrive Pedal.

Vlada Bojic Bojketic

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Vlada Bojic Bojketic uses the Goran FatBoy Overdrive Pedal for both studio recordings and live performances. This is evidenced by its appearance in a video at approximately 0:56 on the YouTube channel "RTS Tri boje zvuka - Zvanični kanal," where Bojketic is performing. Additionally, a photo on his Instagram account corroborates the use of the pedal.