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Description

The Ibanez TS808DX Tube Screamer w/Booster is a versatile powerhouse for guitarists seeking that iconic overdriven sound with an extra kick. Famed for its JRC4558D IC chip, this pedal delivers the warm, natural tube overdrive that has become synonymous with the Tube Screamer name. Featuring a built-in boost circuit capable of adding up to 20 dB, players can effortlessly shift from subtle warmth to searing solos with a tap of a switch.

Designed for flexibility, the TS808DX offers dual true bypass switches, allowing you to use the Overdrive and Booster independently or in tandem. With its toggle switch, you can place the boost circuit either before or after the overdrive section, tailoring your sound to perfection. For added adaptability, the rear-panel switch provides the option of 9-volt or 18-volt operation, accommodating different power setups. This pedal is housed in a rugged metal casing, ensuring durability on stage or in the studio.

Whether you're crafting the perfect tone for a country ballad or a heavy metal anthem, the TS808DX has you covered. With intuitive controls for Overdrive, Tone, Level, and Boost, dialing in your desired sound has never been easier. This pedal is powered by a single 9V battery or an optional 9V AC adapter (Ibanez AC509 sold separately).

Key Features:

  • JRC4558D IC chip for signature soft-clipping sound
  • Boost circuit adds up to 20 dB
  • Dual true bypass switches for independent or combined use
  • Toggle switch for pre/post boost placement
  • Rear-panel switch for 9V or 18V operation
  • Rugged metal construction for durability
  • LED indicator for effect and battery status
  • 1/4" input and output jacks
  • Power options: 9V battery or 9V AC adapter (sold separately)

Owner's manual

Ibanez TS808DX Tube Screamer w/Booster User Manual

Product specs

Brand Ibanez
Model TS808DX Vintage Tube Screamer Deluxe
Finish Green
Year 2010s
Made In Japan
Categories Overdrive and Boost Pedals

FAQs

What is the difference between the Ibanez TS808DX and the standard TS808 Tube Screamer?

The Ibanez TS808DX includes a built-in booster in addition to the classic overdrive circuit, allowing for more versatility and volume boost options compared to the standard TS808.

Can the Ibanez TS808DX Tube Screamer w/Booster be used with both electric guitar and bass?

Yes, the Ibanez TS808DX can be used with both electric guitars and basses, offering a warm overdrive tone that enhances the natural sound of both instruments.

How does the booster function on the Ibanez TS808DX work?

The booster function on the Ibanez TS808DX provides an additional gain stage, allowing you to increase the volume and saturation for solos or when you need an extra push in your signal chain.

Does the Ibanez TS808DX require a specific power supply?

The Ibanez TS808DX can be powered using a standard 9V DC power supply, commonly used for most guitar pedals, or with a 9V battery.

Is the Ibanez TS808DX suitable for playing blues and rock music?

Yes, the Ibanez TS808DX is particularly well-suited for blues and rock music, providing a classic overdrive tone that enhances dynamics and adds warmth to your sound.

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Reviews

PROS

  • Tube Screamer side delivers classic TS808 warmth, sweet overtones, and midrange boost

  • Boost function can be used with overdrive or as a standalone clean boost

  • Pre/Post switch offers versatile overdrive and boost combinations

  • Up to 26dB of boost for significant volume increase

  • True-bypass switching eliminates pop noise when engaging/disengaging effects

  • Option to switch between nine or 18 volts for increased headroom and transparency

  • Maintains bass frequencies, enhancing mids without rolling off lows

  • Compatible with multiple amp types, adding distinct voicing enhancements

  • Boost before overdrive adds compression; after overdrive preserves dynamics

  • Single battery or standard nine-volt adapter for easy power options

CONS

  • Some users may find the pedal’s footprint large for crowded pedalboards

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Ibanez TS808DX Tube Screamer w/Booster.

Features and functionality

  • This pedal can be run at 18v, potentially affecting headroom and dynamics, and offers switchable boost and overdrive order.

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Comparisons

  • It's often compared to the Full Drive 2, with some users noting a similar vibe.

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Use cases and applications

  • Jared James Nichols and the guitarist for the band Flooding actively use this pedal in their setups, highlighting its professional use.

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Value and pricing

  • Some users feel it's overpriced compared to a separate tube screamer and boost setup, which could be more cost-effective.

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User experience

  • Many owners prefer using separate boost and drive pedals, citing better board space management and flexibility.

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Ibanes TS 808dx

The TS808DX is really two pedals in one box: the classic TS808 overdrive on one side (using the original’s JRC4558D IC) and a clean booster on the other. Standard controls are provided for the overdrive, including overdrive, tone and level. A single boost knob controls the amount of signal increase, up to 26db, and the post/pre switch places the boost effect after or before the overdrive circuit.

Overdrive and boost can be used simultaneously or on their own, and thanks to Ibanez’s new relay-based true-bypass switching, there’s no “pop” when turning either effect on/off. Ibanez gives users the option of switching the TS808DX between nine or 18 volts, but it still only requires a single battery or standard nine-volt power adapter to power the unit.

PERFORMANCE

The TS808DX has all of the original 808’s tube-like warmth gain, sweet overtones and glorious midrange, and it adds a beautiful grind to clean tones and drives high-gain channels into effortless harmonics, singing sustain and buttery highs. Bass frequencies are not rolled off, as some users of the original TS808 pedal claim; rather, the mids are pushed higher in the mix.

The 18-volt power setting increases headroom, note separation and low-end definition for a more transparent sound. The boost on its own maintains the tone of your guitar and amp. Combining the boost with overdrive in the “pre” Tube Screamer position adds more compression, while the “post” Tube Screamer boost preserves more of the overdrive section’s natural dynamics.

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See how Emily Kokal uses Ibanez TS808DX Tube Screamer w/Booster

Emily Kokal

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Warpaint

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From their Rig Rundown you can see the pedal at 4:30

See how Jared James Nichols uses Ibanez TS808DX Tube Screamer w/Booster

Jared James Nichols

Guitarist

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In this Rig Rundown video (at 32:47) J.J. shows his pedalboard.

See how Sebastián Cabib uses Ibanez TS808DX Tube Screamer w/Booster

Sebastián Cabib

Singer, Guitarist

Pettinellis

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In this Instagram post, Cabib shows the pedalboards he use with El Otro Astronauta and Los Tres, the first photo is the one of El Otro Astronauta, where a Ibanez TS808DX Tube Screamer w/Booster can be seen at the right of the bottom line.

See how Nick Granville uses Ibanez TS808DX Tube Screamer w/Booster

Nick Granville

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The Roger Fox Big Band

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He says in the comments he prefers this pedal to the other Tube screamers.

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