"Soldano’s Supercharger GTO reissue is freaking big. It practically dares you to make it the only pedal you haul on stage. But if you’re a rock player that likes to run your Marshall or Fender amp right at the verge of breaking up, it might actually be the only pedal you’ll need—it’s just that growlingly perfect for the job.

This new version of Soldano’s much-coveted two-12AX7-driven preamp in a box makes it easy to hear why the original became an object of lust. Players that associate the Soldano name with high-gain tones will be surprised how the GTO excels at mid-gain tones (they are, to my ears, its strength) and just how much headroom there is to play with. Some players might also be a little surprised by the pedal’s relatively tame low-end output. (Is it just the box’s physical dimensions that suggest low-end fatness?) But what the GTO might lack in bottom-end oomph, it makes up for in detail across the harmonic spectrum. Purring midrange has rarely sounded so good, and that emphasis brings the best out of British-inflected amps and transforms 6L6-based circuits into killer, more Marshall-like versions of themselves."

Source: Premier Guitar - Quick Hit: Soldano Supercharger GTO

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FAQs

What kind of tone can I expect from the Soldano Supercharger G.T.O. overdrive pedal?

The Soldano Supercharger G.T.O. delivers a rich, dynamic overdrive with a tube-like warmth, making it suitable for blues, rock, and hard rock genres. It provides a wide range of gain, from subtle boost to full-on distortion.

Does the Soldano Supercharger G.T.O. work well with both tube and solid-state amplifiers?

Yes, the Soldano Supercharger G.T.O. is designed to complement both tube and solid-state amplifiers, enhancing their natural tone while adding its own distinctive overdrive character.

Is the Soldano Supercharger G.T.O. suitable for use as a clean boost?

While primarily an overdrive pedal, the Soldano Supercharger G.T.O. can be used as a clean boost by dialing back the gain and adjusting the level to taste, providing a volume lift without significant distortion.

What power supply does the Soldano Supercharger G.T.O. require?

The Soldano Supercharger G.T.O. requires a standard 9V DC power supply with a negative center pin, commonly used with many guitar pedals.

How does the Soldano Supercharger G.T.O. differ from typical overdrive pedals?

The Soldano Supercharger G.T.O. features a unique tube-driven circuit that offers a more natural, amp-like response compared to many solid-state overdrives, providing a warm and dynamic tonal quality.