Sobbat Drive Breaker DB-3

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The Sobbat Drive Breaker DB-3 is a versatile distortion pedal designed to elevate your guitar's sound profile, offering a seamless blend of rich, vintage tones with modern, aggressive edge. Crafted in Japan, the DB-3 is celebrated for its robust build and reliable performance, making it a favorite among professional guitarists and hobbyists alike. This pedal shines in its ability to deliver a wide range of distortion effects, from subtle crunch to full-on rock power, ensuring your sound stands out in any mix.

Featuring an intuitive control layout, the DB-3 allows players to finely tune their distortion levels with precision. The pedal includes knobs for Drive, Level, and Tone, giving you the tools to sculpt your desired sound effortlessly. Additionally, the unique circuit design minimizes noise, providing a clear and articulate output even at high gain settings. The DB-3’s true bypass switching ensures your tone remains unaffected when the pedal is not in use, preserving the integrity of your signal chain.

With its dynamic response and wide tonal palette, the Sobbat Drive Breaker DB-3 is ideal for musicians looking for a reliable, high-quality distortion pedal that can adapt to various musical styles.

Key Features:

Wide range of distortion effects from subtle to aggressive
Intuitive controls: Drive, Level, and Tone knobs
Unique circuit design for minimal noise
True bypass switching for signal integrity
Robust build quality, crafted in Japan

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Power	9V
Bypass	true bypass
Analog/Digital	analog

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The Sobbat Drive Breaker DB-3 pairs exceptionally well with the Olympia/Shigeharu, offering a unique overdrive/distortion blend not found in other combinations.
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The v2 version of the Sobbat Drive Breaker offers a better sweep on controls, allowing for more precise fine-tuning of tone.
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The Sobbat DB-2 Drive Breaker offers a searing distortion similar to a Boss DS-1 but with more range and separate bass and treble controls for precise tone shaping.
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The newer DB-2 version retains the beloved sound but offers a smaller footprint and more precise controls, making it a worthwhile upgrade despite its rare availability.
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The DB-3 is a great fit on a versatile pedalboard that transitions between travel and main setups, providing consistent performance across different configurations.
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The Sobbat DB-2 pairs effectively with a Lotus Snowjob Underdrive to add thickness or light overdrive, enhancing versatility on a compact pedalboard setup.
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The DB-2s Drive Breaker has been compared favorably to the original big box v1, with nearly identical sound in a smaller format.
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Owners have noted a newfound appreciation for the Sobbat DB-2 after experimenting with its settings, highlighting its ability to grow on users over time.
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caveira

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over 10 years ago

The best tune!

This pedal is the middle line between heavy and bluesy sound... I love this drive breaker. Used a lot for Richie Kotzen.

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Richie Kotzen

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Poison、MR.BIGとヴァーツゥ（スタンリー・クラーク・バンド）のギタリストを経て、ソロアルバムでは、「Motherhead Familiy Reunion」のツアーよりGV-1,DB-1、PB1/2を使用。以降のソロ等の活動では前記のエフェクターを使用しているとの事。DB-1はまさに彼のサウンドとして使用しているのは特筆です。また、昨今のブルースアルバムでは、DB-2/GV-1を使用した模様で、ソロツアーではDB-3を使用して頂いています。「Slow」ツアーではBossのTU-2とDB-3のみが足元に・・・セッティングはこんな感じ！とキメていただきました（笑）アルバム「PeaceSign」やこのツアーではシンプルにBOSSのTU-2とDB-4Rのみでした。またブラジル、ヨーロッパツアー用に彼のツアー仕様モデルを開発して使用頂いております。最近（2013年）ビリー・シーン、マイク・ポートノイとThe Winery Dogs を結成。