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Description
Unleash the power of your guitar with the MXR M193 GT-OD Overdrive Effects Pedal. Crafted with high-quality components, this pedal delivers authentic and classic overdrive sounds, from warm, crunchy rhythms to harmonically rich leads packed with sustain. Designed to retain the inherent character of your guitar, the GT-OD doesn't muddy or excessively color your tone, keeping it honest and true. Its intuitive controls make it easy to dial in your desired sound without fuss, making it a go-to choice for musicians who value efficiency and simplicity.
The GT-OD's versatile nature can transform your rig into a tonal powerhouse, even when placed in front of an overdriven amp for screaming lead tones. Its robust, die-cast housing ensures it can withstand the rigors of gigging, touring, and recording sessions. Delivering tonal perfection in a robust, easy-to-use package, the MXR GT-OD is a staple in any serious guitarist's pedalboard.
Key Features:
- Traditional overdrive with powerful, cutting, transparent tone
- Delivers warmth and smoothness without adversely changing your tone
- Easy-to-use controls for quick tonal adjustments
- Provides crunch rhythm sounds and harmonically rich leads with tons of sustain
- Adds gain and sustain without adding excess noise
- Can be placed in front of an overdriven amp for screaming lead tones
- Housed in a durable, die-cast casing, suitable for rigorous use.
Product specs
| Pedal Type | Overdrive |
| Analog/Digital | Analog |
| Inputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| Outputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| Bypass Switching | Hardwire |
| EQ | Tone Control |
| Power Source | 9V DC power supply (sold separately) |
| Batteries | 1 x 9V |
| Power Usage | 2.2mA |
| Height | 2.12" (including knobs) |
| Width | 2.62" (including jacks) |
| Depth | 4.37" |
| Weight | 0.79 lbs. |
FAQs
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What type of overdrive tones can the MXR M193 GT-OD produce?
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The MXR M193 GT-OD delivers smooth, warm overdrive tones that are ideal for classic rock and blues genres. It provides a clean boost without excessive noise or unwanted coloration of your guitar's tone.
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Is the MXR M193 GT-OD suitable for use with both clean and overdriven amps?
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Yes, the MXR M193 GT-OD works well as both a standalone overdrive and as a boost for overdriven amps, enhancing your sound with added warmth and sustain.
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What power supply options are available for the MXR M193 GT-OD?
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The MXR M193 GT-OD can be powered by a 9-volt battery or a 9V DC power supply, such as the Dunlop ECB003, DC Brick™, Iso-Brick™, or Mini Iso-Brick™ (all sold separately).
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Does the MXR M193 GT-OD have true bypass switching?
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No, the MXR M193 GT-OD uses hardwire bypass switching, which ensures your signal remains unaffected when the pedal is disengaged.
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How does the MXR M193 GT-OD compare to a Tube Screamer?
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The MXR M193 GT-OD offers a similar overdrive effect to a Tube Screamer but is noted for its thicker, more robust sound, making it a versatile choice for both boosting and standalone overdrive applications.
Videos
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MXR GT-OD Overdrive Pedal
intheblues
Sound test IBANEZ TS-9 vs MXR GT-OD
Marco Brusa
TONE THURSDAY: MXR GT-OD - Warm & Smooth Overdrive Pedal Demo
Music Bliss Malaysia
MXR GT OD Overdrive Pedal Review (mmm...review...)
Elmo Karjalainen
Boss SD-1 vs MXR GT-OD (No-Talk Comparation)
Mario Quintana
MXR GT-OD OVERDRIVE
KRAZEEIZATION
Reviews
PROS
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Excels as a clean boost for metal tones without overly coloring tone
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Durable build and attractive green finish
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Versatile, works well with both high gain settings and cleaner amps
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Provides a nice breakup for bluesy riffs and leads
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Offers a great 70's rock sound, capable of early VH tones
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More focused mids and tighter lows compared to Ibanez TS808
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Sensitive tone potentiometer for nuanced tone shaping
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Works well with a variety of guitars, including Gibson and Fender
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Can function as both a standalone pedal and an amp gain booster
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Internal mod-selection adds to versatility
CONS
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Can be too "hairy" or gain-heavy for some, lacking clear tone at low settings
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Sound may be perceived as dull, lacking lows and highs
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Introduces a muddy, fat overdriven sound that's not harmonically rich
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Some users find it unusable in various setups, with unpleasant hard clipping
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Could be noisy, comparable to similar Boss pedals
Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 12 Reviews and 43 Ratings
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perfect
my favourite overdrive for guitar, huge output wamr tone, nothing better
Preferred Settings + Usage:
output - max tone - 12 o'clock drive - 8 o'clock
514
The winner of TS-a-like contest
OK, so it's like that: I've decided to go for OD pedal and finally ended up with three choices:
1) BOSS SD-1 2) MXR GT-OD 3) Ibanez TS-9
BOSS was too muddy (however great for boosting and overdriven amp), TS-9 was somehow too delicate, tone-coloring and way too expensive so I've decided to go for MXR GT-OD and never ever regret this decision. Built like tank, sound very natural with mids and lows emphasis and has a hell of versatility - can work as a standalone pedal on clean channel or a boost to get more gain on amp.
New costs about 90$, but i got it from a pawn shop for 20$ - deal of life :)
41029
mxr superbadass (awful name) OD, best of all 3 worlds
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for me the best overdrive so far
Bought this in 2010 and never left board eversince. It has a sweet overdrive effect that I can't resist...this pedal is 95% on all the time.
Artist usage
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At 3:29 minute mark, box of MXR GT-OD is visible.
In the YouTube video "Putting Holes in Happiness Guitar Lesson (Part 1)," Tim Skold can be seen using the MXR M193 GT-OD overdrive pedal.
In the video "Ernie Ball: The Sound of Warped - Motionless In White," Ryan Sitkowski discusses his use of the MXR M193 GT-OD overdrive pedal. He describes it as a more transparent alternative to the Tube Screamer, offering greater clarity in his sound.
Seen here on Sharon's pedalboard around the 'Tramp' / 'Are We There' era.
0:10 - Syu can be seen in the studio with Galneryus, using an MXR Carbon Copy analog delay, an MXR GT-OD, a Vox V846 wah, a Boss LS-2 Line Selector, a Boss NS-2 Noise Suppressor, a Boss tuner and a BB King preamp pedal.
This video footage was taken at September 10th, 2010 at an MIT Studio in Tokyo, Japan.
Around 10:20 in this video, Zach Blair says he switched from a from a Boss Overdrive to an MXR GT-OD.
In a Q&A session, Tom Thacker mentioned using the MXR M193 GT-OD overdrive pedal.
In this video he shows his pedalboard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CayIPTOVgO0
at 0:28 you can see a clear image of Niclas' effects rig and his tech quotes what is being used.
MXR Overdrive can be seen on this photo
"En vivo uso el overdrive GTOD de MXR, pero con la ganancia prácticamente en cero"
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