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Description
Unleash the mighty Victory Amplification V1 The Kraken Pedal, a miniature beast of power and versatility that captures the essence of the full-size tube amps Victory is known for, in a compact, pedalboard-friendly package! This pedal is the result of a collaboration between Victory and legendary British stompbox guru, Adrian Thorpe, embodying his expertise in its design.
The Kraken is no ordinary pedal. It's a high-gain monster that provides the dual-channel power of the original Kraken amp via a single knob sweep. The bass, treble, and middle controls offer you unparalleled control to shape your sound for any 6-string application. The gain controls shift you from a lower-gain British-style punch to crushing American dirt tones on the higher settings, making this pedal a versatile powerhouse.
With its tube-flavored tone and stompbox simplicity, the V1 The Kraken is an ideal choice for those looking to maximize their pedalboard real estate without sacrificing on sound quality. Handbuilt in the U.K., this pedal is a testament to Victory Amplification's commitment to delivering cutting-edge designs for modern players.
Key Features:
- Captures the true tube tone of Victory Amplification's The Kraken in a solid-state form factor
- Offers a range of tones from British-style drive to high-gain American dirt
- Designed in collaboration with legendary British pedal builder Adrian Thorpe
- Bass, treble, and middle controls for sound sculpting
- Built to last with a highly durable steel chassis
- Handbuilt in the U.K. for uncompromised quality
Product specs
| Pedal Type | Amp Emulation |
| Analog/Digital | Analog |
| Inputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| Outputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| True Bypass | Yes |
| EQ | 3-band EQ |
| Power Source | 9V DC power supply (sold separately) |
| Power Usage | 17.4mA |
| Height | 1.69" |
| Width | 2.59" |
| Depth | 4.92" |
| Weight | 1.04 lbs. |
FAQs
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What kind of tones can I expect from the Victory Amplification V1 The Kraken Pedal?
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The Victory Amplification V1 The Kraken Pedal delivers high-gain tones with a focus on modern metal and hard rock sounds. It offers tight, aggressive distortion that suits heavy riffing and lead playing.
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Does the Victory V1 Kraken Effects Pedal work well with clean amplifiers?
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Yes, the Victory V1 Kraken Effects Pedal is designed to emulate high-gain amp tones, making it suitable for use with clean amplifiers to achieve a full, distorted sound without needing a high-gain amp.
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Is the Victory Amplification V1 The Kraken Pedal true bypass?
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Yes, the Victory Amplification V1 The Kraken Pedal features true bypass, ensuring that your guitar's signal remains unaffected when the pedal is turned off.
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What power supply does the Victory V1 Kraken Effects Pedal require?
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The Victory V1 Kraken Effects Pedal requires a 9V DC power supply, which is sold separately, and it has a power usage of 17.4mA.
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Can the Victory Amplification V1 The Kraken Pedal be used for live performances?
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Absolutely, the Victory Amplification V1 The Kraken Pedal is compact and robust, making it suitable for live performances where high-gain, metal tones are desired.
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Reviews
PROS
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True to the Kraken amp's sound, enhancing authenticity
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Works well with amps that have a slight breakup
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Features a 3-band EQ for tone shaping
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Drive knob provides layered gain increases, not just harsher distortion
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Tight, modern, and aggressive distortion suitable for heavy music styles
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Sounds great with additional boost pedal in front
CONS
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Not ideal for completely clean amp settings
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Doesn't perform well in the fx loop, best used in front of the amp
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EQ changes are subtle, may not satisfy those seeking drastic tone shifts
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Lacks switchable gain settings for live versatility
Owner Insights
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Comparisons
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The MXR 5150 OD is considered the closest match to the Victory Kraken for capturing the same 6L6-based tone.
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The Friedman BE-OD offers a hot-rodded British tone that can be pushed to modern aggression, similar to the Kraken's capabilities.
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The BE-OD and Suhr Eclipse excel at delivering a heavy, hot-rodded Marshall chug, especially when paired with a midboost pedal.
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Features and functionality
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The Suhr Eclipse features switchable channels with separate EQs, allowing users to create distinct rhythm and lead tones.
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Critic Reviews
4.0 out of 5
Based on 1 Review and 2 Ratings
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Absolutely killer drive tone!
Yes, it has the sound. It is very true to the sound of the Kraken amp. The 3-band EQ is nice for fitting it to specific guitars or amps. The changes in EQ are not drastic, but very subtle and do not go into any unusable territory. The drive knob seems to cascade in layers of drive as you increase it. It doesn't just get hairier like other distortions. The only thing that would have been a great addition to this pedal would be 2 switchable gain settings. There's so many usable tones in this thing that it would be nice to be able to pick 2 for a live setting.
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