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Orange Amplifiers Two-Stroke Boost EQ

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Get ready to supercharge your sound with the Orange Amplifiers Two-Stroke Boost EQ. This pedal is more than just a simple 'clean boost'—it's a powerful tool for sculpting your guitar's tone. Offering an active dual-parametric EQ and up to 12 dB of output boost, the Two Stroke allows you to fine-tune your sound with unparalleled control. Whether you're looking to add an extra dimension to your solos or completely re-voice your guitar's pickups, this pedal has got you covered.

The Two Stroke's Oil knob controls the level of clean boost, offering plenty of power to saturate your amp’s front end. The pedal’s internal charge pump doubles the operating voltage to 18 V, drastically increasing the headroom and lowering the noise floor of the EQ. This means the gain is genuinely clean, resulting in a clearer, quieter tone.

The pedal also features an active dual-parametric EQ, which provides seamless control over your tone. With no pre-defined frequencies, it offers a wide and usable range, allowing you to shape an infinite number of sounds. And thanks to its buffered bypass, the Two Stroke retains your guitar’s upper harmonic content, even with long cable runs and large pedal boards.

Key Features:

Offers up to 12dB of clean boost
Features an active dual-parametric EQ for seamless tone control
Incorporates a charge pump circuit that doubles internal voltage to 18V
Provides a transparent buffered bypass for tonal integrity
Suitable for bass and acoustic guitars
Can be powered by 9V battery, standard DC adapter or 12 V DC for more output

Product specs

Pedal Type	Boost EQ
Inputs	1 x 1/4"
Outputs	1 x 1/4"
Bypass Switching	Buffered
Power Source	9V DC power supply (sold separately)
Batteries	1 x 9V
Height	2.56"
Width	3.74"
Depth	5.12"

FAQs

What kind of power supply does the Orange Two-Stroke Boost EQ pedal require?: The Orange Two-Stroke Boost EQ pedal requires a 9V DC power supply, which is sold separately. It can also be powered by one 9V battery.
Does the Orange Two-Stroke Boost EQ pedal have a buffered bypass?: Yes, the Orange Two-Stroke Boost EQ pedal features buffered bypass switching, which helps maintain signal strength and clarity over long cable runs.
Can the Orange Two-Stroke Boost EQ pedal be used with both electric and bass guitars?: Yes, the Orange Two-Stroke Boost EQ pedal is versatile and can be used with both electric and bass guitars, providing a clean boost and flexible EQ options.
How does the EQ section of the Orange Two-Stroke Boost EQ pedal work?: The Orange Two-Stroke Boost EQ pedal features an active dual-parametric EQ, allowing precise control over two frequency bands for tailored tone shaping.
Is the Orange Two-Stroke Boost EQ pedal suitable for live performances?: Yes, the Orange Two-Stroke Boost EQ pedal is well-suited for live performances, offering reliable buffered bypass and versatile tone shaping to enhance your guitar sound on stage.

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PROS

Enhances amp sound significantly, turning good into excellent
Versatile EQ with frequency and hi/lo options for nuanced sound shaping
Foot/stomp guard protects settings during live use
Dual functionality: parametric EQ and up to 12dB clean boost
Specifically designed frequency bands for guitar improve sound quality
Quiet operation, minimizing noise
Robust construction, "built like a tank"
Transparent boost retains amp character while allowing precise tone control
Can add a clean channel to an amp via FX loop
Boost and EQ functions can dramatically shape and enhance tone

CONS

Larger than most pedals, taking up significant pedalboard space
Side-mounted jacks can be cumbersome, top-mounted jacks preferred
Learning curve to fully utilize its features
Design could be more intuitive; small knob markers hard to see
Some users may find the "Oil" knob's additional boost excessive
A few reports of receiving non-functional units

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The pedal provides a ~3-5 dB boost even when settings are neutral, highlighting its ability to enhance sound without altering tonal color.
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The Two-Stroke offers a 20dB boost, providing significant headroom and dynamic range for versatile tone shaping.
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The Orange Two-Stroke can emulate a more Marshally sound when paired with the OR15, offering flexibility in tonal shaping.
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Placing the Two-Stroke at the end of a dirt chain utilizes its buffer effectively, especially for those using long cables.
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The Two-Stroke is favored as an "always on" pedal, ideal for those seeking consistent tonal enhancement throughout their signal chain.
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Placing an EQ pedal in front of the OR15 can scoop mids around 500Hz, reducing distortion for a cleaner sound.
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A treble booster is effective in cutting through the OR15's dark tone, helping the guitar stand out more in mixes.
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It's noted for versatility, effectively functioning in different positions within the signal chain, including pre-dirt pedals or even in the effects loop.
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Owners consider the Two-Stroke a "forever pedal" due to its effective parametric EQ and ability to enhance sound consistently.
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The Two-Stroke is larger than an MXR Microamp and MXR 6-band EQ, which might affect pedalboard space considerations.
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The Blues Driver BD-2 is recommended for the OR15 as it lacks the mid hump of a Tube Screamer, maintaining the amp's tone without adding overcompression.
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Replacing the 12AX7 with a 5751 in the OR15's V1 position adds headroom, enhancing the clean tone capabilities.
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Critic Reviews

Orange Two Stroke review | MusicRadar

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The Orange Two-Stroke Boost EQ pedal is a stellar choice for those seeking a powerful combination of boost and EQ in a slightly larger pedal. It offers a fantastic 12dB boost via the Oil knob, and an impressive 18dB cut or boost across selected frequencies with its two-band parametric EQ. This makes it highly versatile, perfect for refining low-end flab, enhancing midrange, or boosting the top end. While it excels in delivering subtle boosts and EQ shifts for solos, it also allows for more radical sonic transformations. The review is overwhelmingly positive, though it briefly notes the pedal's larger size as a minor drawback.

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Sleeper - If you need parametric EQ and can't afford the Empress, this is the way to go!

Story time: I didn't plan to buy an EQ boost. I was to get a Moonshine V2 to boost my amp (which I did get it anyway and use it at gain stage) and that would be it. But describing my setup to other players, someone said "Maybe you don't need a modded Tube Screamer, maybe you need an EQ with boost". Then began my search for something that would fit the bill.

Probably the most popular high-end choice, the Empress ParaEQ is becoming harder and harder to find, and prices are skyrocketing. So I tried searching for something else and found some forum thread where someone suggested the Two Stroke. I haven't ever heard of this pedal and except for the Fur Coat, I don't know much about Orange pedals. Took a chance and ordered it. And boy is it precise!

If you play ods and distos, a good parametric equalizer is a must as you can really dial your tone to anywhere in the mix. And this pedal does just that: within minutes I was able to tweak the Two Stroke to make shine all my other pedals and amp. I use it in the FX loop, and boy is it brutal! It literally takes your tone and clean boosts it in a very impressive, and sonically rich way.

The only reasons I give it 4 stars are: its format is not for everyone; it's a little larger than most pedals, more akin to a Big Muff full format, so it takes a little more space on your pedalboard than usual. But considering its higher-end alternative would be the Empress ParaEQ, it would take even more space on your board anyway. Also, I've yet to get a grip on the Oil knob. The pedal already boosts the signal from the get-go, and the Oil knob just adds even more boost. Maybe if I used it with a less gain-y setup I would find more benefit to it, but fact is I use it with a Friedman BE-OD Deluxe and JHS Moonshine V2, going into a DSM&Humboldt Simplifier. On the Fender Deluxe emulation of the Simplifier, which is the cleanest one (obviously), the Oil knob of the Two Stroke adds way too much boost to be bearable. It just does what I want from it without this added boost, that's all.

A really great pedal that I wouldn't have found without specifically looking for an EQ Boost. Experts says it takes a lot of mastering to build a decent Parametric Equalizer, and Orange hit a home run with this one. Highly recommended!