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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

What type of overdrive tones can the MXR M193 GT-OD produce?

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.

Is the MXR M193 GT-OD suitable for use with both clean and overdriven amps?

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.

What power supply options are available for the MXR M193 GT-OD?

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).

Does the MXR M193 GT-OD have true bypass switching?

No, the MXR M193 GT-OD uses hardwire bypass switching, which ensures your signal remains unaffected when the pedal is disengaged.

How does the MXR M193 GT-OD compare to a Tube Screamer?

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.

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Reviews

PROS

  • Excels as a clean boost for metal tones without overly coloring tone

  • Durable build and attractive green finish

  • Versatile, works well with both high gain settings and cleaner amps

  • Provides a nice breakup for bluesy riffs and leads

  • Offers a great 70's rock sound, capable of early VH tones

  • More focused mids and tighter lows compared to Ibanez TS808

  • Sensitive tone potentiometer for nuanced tone shaping

  • Works well with a variety of guitars, including Gibson and Fender

  • Can function as both a standalone pedal and an amp gain booster

  • Internal mod-selection adds to versatility

CONS

  • Can be too "hairy" or gain-heavy for some, lacking clear tone at low settings

  • Sound may be perceived as dull, lacking lows and highs

  • Introduces a muddy, fat overdriven sound that's not harmonically rich

  • Some users find it unusable in various setups, with unpleasant hard clipping

  • Could be noisy, comparable to similar Boss pedals

Critic Reviews

M193 GT-OD Overdrive Review: I don't play very agressive music, but when I do, it... | MXR | Guitar Effects | Reviews @ Ultimate-Guitar.Com

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The MXR M193 GT-OD Overdrive pedal scores high marks for its versatility and natural tone, making it a standout choice among overdrives. It transitions smoothly from almost clean tones to gritty distortion and works well with various guitars and amps. However, it's not ideal as a clean boost due to a noticeable volume drop at low gain settings. The pedal's build quality is robust, though the stiff switch might be uncomfortable for barefoot players. Overall, it's a reliable and easy-to-use pedal that excels in delivering quality sound, despite minor limitations as a clean boost.

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sonny_o_connor

amazing

its genuinely my fav overdrive pedal iv ever used, it is so good and versitile i dont have one complaint

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jianglee

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

From Gear Setup
cwirus88

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 :)

jimmarchi1

mxr superbadass (awful name) OD, best of all 3 worlds

austegreg

Even more sweet tubescreamer sound

Sweet overdrive with a sensitive tone potentiometer that, set at 2 o'clock, beautifully exposes the middle and treble, while maintaining a creamy tone.

fedemoroz

Perfect TS-Like OD

I replaced my Ibanez TS808 with the GT-OD. The mids are more focused and lows are tighter.

allisonlm

Step forward

I was searching for a good overdrive, and found this good piece of harware. It has a good range of tone, and is simple to use. I like the color and the design. MXR is a very good brand!

elcid_elumba

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.

tim_harrison

Works great

Works like a charm for tightening up the low end of my BV150H.

lucassantiago

ts alike

Great sounding tube overdrive for all genres

stekfdd

Its love.. Main Over

Long time try and change, try and change overs. I found what want! (have internal mod-selection)

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See how Dave Young uses MXR M193 GT-OD

Dave Young

Guitarist, Keyboardist

Devin Townsend Project

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Verified via Twitter

Dave tweets, "Ah yeah! Really digging the @EHX POG2! Mmmmmmm, octaves" with a accompanying photo of his pedalboard that is composed of, among other things, an MXR GT-OD.

See how Jamie Oldfield uses MXR M193 GT-OD

Jamie Oldfield

Guitarist

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Verified via Photo

Jamie Oldfield uses the MXR M193 GT-OD, as evidenced by a photo on his official Instagram account where he thanks Scott Kenji Shiraki and Jim Dunlop USA for sending him a care package that includes the pedal. Jamie captioned the post saying, "These pedals will be a fun new addition to my board!"

See how Greg Dulli uses MXR M193 GT-OD

Greg Dulli

Singer, Guitarist

The Afghan Whigs

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Verified via YouTube

at 52:18 we can see it on the pedal board.

See how Lee Gaze uses MXR M193 GT-OD

Lee Gaze

Guitarist

Lostprophets

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You can see it on the attached picture.

See how Sean Danielsen uses MXR M193 GT-OD

Sean Danielsen

Guitarist, Singer

Smile Empty Soul

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Verified via Photo

This picture shows Sean's current pedalboard: two Boss TU-3 tuner pedals (one for his guitar rig and another for his bass rig), a Boss BF-2 flanger, a CH-1 chorus, a DD-6 delay, and an MXR GT-OD (for his bass rig), with the separate rigs being run through a splitter box.

See how Hernán Langer uses MXR M193 GT-OD

Hernán Langer

Guitarist

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Verified via Photo

"En vivo uso el overdrive GTOD de MXR, pero con la ganancia prácticamente en cero.” - Hernán Langer.

See how Esmé Patterson uses MXR M193 GT-OD

Esmé Patterson

Singer, Guitarist

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Verified via YouTube

Mxr gt od on her pedalboard 02:55

See how Akın Eldes uses MXR M193 GT-OD

Akın Eldes

Guitarist

Bulutsuzluk Özlemi

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Verified via Photo

In a post on Instagram, Akın Eldes shares a photo of his recent pedalboard, which includes the MXR M193 GT-OD.

See how Jeff Kendrick uses MXR M193 GT-OD

Jeff Kendrick

Guitarist

DevilDriver

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Verified via AllAxess

Jeff Kendrick of DevilDriver is noted for using the MXR M193 GT-OD pedal, as mentioned in an article on AllAxess.

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Dean Hanson

Guitarist

Ball Park Music

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Verified via Photo

On this post Ball Park Music's pedalboards are shown including Dean's.

See how Federico Miranda uses MXR M193 GT-OD

Federico Miranda

Guitarist

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Verified via Photo

In his instagram profile we can see a picture with his pedalboard

See how Konrad Schmidt uses MXR M193 GT-OD

Konrad Schmidt

Guitarist

SUKI

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Verified

Konrad Schmidt has confirmed his use of the MXR M193 GT-OD overdrive effects pedal, as stated on Backstage PRO.

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