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MXR ZW44 Berzerker Overdrive

$77.38 Price Tier: Standard

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Unleash the raw power and aggressive tone that defines a rock legend with the MXR ZW44 Berzerker Overdrive. Designed to capture the essence of Zakk Wylde's iconic sound, this pedal delivers scorching overdrive with precision and versatility. Whether you're aiming to add a subtle edge to your clean tones or push your amp into ferocious distortion, the Berzerker Overdrive stands ready. With its intuitive control layout, achieving your desired sound is straightforward, allowing you to focus on what matters most - your music. Perfect for players looking to command attention and dominate the stage, this pedal is a testament to the uncompromising spirit of rock.

Key Features:

High-gain overdrive capable of producing Zakk Wylde’s signature tones
Separate input and output controls for flexible gain staging
Single-knob tone control for easy sound shaping
Ideal for both clean amplification boosting or driving an amp into intense distortion
Robust build quality for durability and reliability on the road

Product specs

Brand	MXR
Model	ZW-44B Berzerker Zakk Wylde Overdrive
Finish	Graphic
Year	2010s
Made In	United States
Categories	Overdrive and Boost Pedals
Pedal Format	Standard

FAQs

What kind of sound can I expect from the MXR ZW44 Berzerker Overdrive?: The MXR ZW44 Berzerker Overdrive delivers a powerful, aggressive tone ideal for heavy rock and metal, providing tight, focused overdrive that enhances riffs and solos without muddying your sound.
Is the MXR ZW44 Berzerker Overdrive suitable for live performances?: Yes, the MXR ZW44 Berzerker Overdrive is designed for live performances, offering robust build quality and a consistent, high-gain tone that cuts through the mix effectively.
Does the MXR ZW44 Berzerker Overdrive work well with other pedals?: The MXR ZW44 Berzerker Overdrive integrates smoothly with other pedals, making it versatile for various pedalboard setups while maintaining its distinct overdrive character.
What power supply does the MXR ZW44 Berzerker Overdrive require?: The MXR ZW44 Berzerker Overdrive can be powered by a 9-volt battery or a standard 9-volt DC power supply, ensuring flexibility for different pedalboard configurations.
Can the MXR ZW44 Berzerker Overdrive be used with a bass guitar?: While primarily designed for electric guitars, the MXR ZW44 Berzerker Overdrive can also add grit and punch to bass guitar tones, though results may vary based on individual setups.

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PROS

Delivers high-gain overdrive distinct from Tube Screamer
Aggressive, tight, and precise tonality ideal for metal
Enhances palm mutes and arpeggios with focused frequencies
Versatile, works well as a booster for solos
Easy to operate, suitable for high-gain valve rigs
Often chosen for matching tones of guitar heroes like Zakk Wylde

CONS

May be considered thin on clean channels
Old school footswitch clicks loudly, which may not appeal to all

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about MXR ZW44 Berzerker Overdrive.

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The ZW-44 excels as a boost on dirty amp channels, enhancing warmth and fullness, especially when paired with EMG 81/60 pickups.
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Many users initially bought the ZW-44 to emulate John Petrucci's tone, particularly in setups involving Mesa Boogie Mark amps.
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Despite being an SD-1 clone, the ZW-44's lack of an output buffer stage is appreciated by users who stack it with fuzz pedals for unique tonal qualities.
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While Fulltone OCD and Maxon OD-808 offer more options, some users still prefer the ZW-44 for its distinct sound characteristics.
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The pedal is nearly a clone of the Boss SD-1, but the internal trimpot allows it to emulate the MXR GT-OD as well.
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User experience

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High notes are noted to "scream" and low notes "groove" when using the ZW-44 with a Blackstar HT OD channel.
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Owners report a nostalgic appeal, with some repurchasing the ZW-44 for sentimental reasons, often after losing or selling their original unit.
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Features and functionality

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The pedal is not favored for use on clean amp channels; users find it more effective for genres requiring a dirty channel boost.
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The ZW-44 includes an internal switch that can convert it to an MXR GT-OD, changing the clipping from asymmetrical to symmetrical.
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Some users have found the ZW-44 for as low as $55 on the Guitar Center used website, highlighting its affordability for a signature pedal.
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4.5 out of 5

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owain

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about 12 years ago

Surprised the hell out of me.

I am buy no means a shred-head, I never would have picked up this overdrive pedal myself, it was suggested to me buy Gamlins shop owner in Cardiff. I was expecting some kind of huge over saturated distorted sound with this pedal. But it really wasn't the case. I use this pedal mainly as a boost pedal over an already overdriven channel, it really helps push the signal to a really solid sounding overdrive. I tend to keep the gain at 9-10 o'clock but really push the volume and keep the tone at 12. Great for a dirty boost but I find it a little thin on a clean channel. Turning up the Gain does turn it into a bit of a beast though. I keep considering selling it but 6 years later I still have it on my board.

brenton_bolderoff

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about 11 years ago

My second go to Pedal

It sounds great if your song is entirely overdrive. Sound great if your song is soft and your solos is overdrive. For me my Van Halen Phase and this overdrive is all I need.