Xotic Effects Soul Driven AH

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Dive into the soulful essence of blues and rock with the Xotic Effects Soul Driven AH, a masterclass in tone shaping inspired by the legendary Allen Hinds. This overdrive pedal offers a rich, dynamic range that elevates your sound with warm harmonics and an organic punch. Whether you're crafting your signature sound or seeking that extra layer of musical expression, the Soul Driven AH delivers with precision. Its midrange boost knob allows for unparalleled control over your tonal landscape, making it a must-have for both aficionados and those on their musical journey. Limited in production, this pedal is not just a tool but a piece of music history.

Key Features:

Inspired by Allen Hinds, with direct input on its design
Delivers warm harmonics and an organic punch to your tone
Features a midrange boost knob for extensive tonal control
Limited edition, making it a unique addition to any pedalboard

Product specs

Brand	Xotic
Model	Soul Driven AH Allen Hinds Signature Overdrive
Finish	Blue
Year	2010s
Categories	Overdrive and Boost Pedals

FAQs

What makes the Xotic Soul Driven AH different from other overdrive pedals?: The Xotic Soul Driven AH is known for its smooth, dynamic overdrive with enhanced midrange and a natural tube-like warmth, designed specifically to complement Allen Hinds' playing style.
Can the Xotic Soul Driven AH be used as a clean boost?: Yes, the Xotic Soul Driven AH can be used as a clean boost by adjusting the gain and tone controls to achieve a more transparent, volume-enhancing effect.
Is the Xotic Soul Driven AH suitable for blues and rock music?: The Xotic Soul Driven AH is ideal for blues and rock, offering a rich, mid-focused overdrive that enhances expressive playing and complements both rhythm and lead guitar parts.
Does the Xotic Soul Driven AH work well with both single-coil and humbucker pickups?: Yes, the Xotic Soul Driven AH is versatile and works well with both single-coil and humbucker pickups, providing a consistent, dynamic overdrive tone.
What type of power supply does the Xotic Soul Driven AH require?: The Xotic Soul Driven AH requires a standard 9V DC power supply, which is typical for most guitar pedals.

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Mike Hermans

Xotic Soul Driven Overdrive

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Xotic / Soul Driven AH〜feat. ALLEN HINDS【デジマート製品レビュー】

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Xotic Pedal "Soul Driven-AH" demo by Allen Hinds

The Official Xotic Guitars and Effects Channel

Xotic Soul Driven Allen Hinds vs Xotic AC Booster

Simon Gotthelf Gear Demos (Simon Gotthelf Music)

Xotic Effects Soul Driven AH | Sound Check【魔法の箱研究所】

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Xotic Effects Soul Driven AH - Clean/Buffer & Allen Hinds Favorite Setting

魔法の箱研究所 - Stompbox Review Channel -

Xotic Effects Soul Driven AH with Roland JC-40 | Sound Check【魔法の箱研究所】

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PROS

Sweet, dynamic tone with adjustable bite/slice and compression
Mid knob allows for precise tone control across guitar types
Offers more gain than typically necessary, versatile for various styles
Considered a significant improvement on the Tubescreamer circuit
Effective alone or combined with other pedals for richer sounds
High compatibility with different guitar pickups (Humbuckers, P90s, Single Coils)

CONS

Mids might feel relatively flat for some users' preferences
Lower mids and bass can be too prominent, lacking balance
Internal dip switches offer bass boost but not mid boost or bass cut
May not suit those looking for a pedal with a pronounced mid boost

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The internal bass trim pots can be set to off, allowing more low end than typical Tube Screamer-like circuits without additional boosting.
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The Baxandall EQ in this pedal series offers powerful tonal adjustment, enhancing versatility when used with various gear setups.
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The Soul Driven AH blends well with other overdrives, making it ideal for gain staging, unlike the more common AC/RC/BB models.
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While visually shiny and impressive in demos, some users are keen to compare it to Klon-type pedals, especially when using humbuckers.
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A user noted the pedal's full and pleasing sound when used with a Telecaster, highlighting its compatibility with single-coil setups.
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Guitarist Allen Hinds showcases the Xotic Effects Soul Driven AH overdrive pedal in a demo on the official Xotic Guitars and Effects YouTube channel, highlighting his collaboration in its development.

Toshi Yanagi

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Cleto and the Cletones

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Featured in this October 24, 2016 Xotic Facebook post.

Toshi Yanagi's pedalboard from the Baked Potato on 10/11 that includes Xotic Effects BB Plus, EP Booster, SP Compressor, SL Drive, Soul Driven AH and Xotic Wah XW-1.

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