TS808 TubeScreamer
The Myrtle Pedals TS808 TubeScreamer is a meticulously crafted homage to one of the most iconic overdrive pedals of all time. Handmade and hand-painted, this stunning stompbox captures the raw, gritty essence of the legendary TS808 circuit, delivering the sort of searing lead tones and thick, creamy distortion that have made the Tubescreamer a staple in countless professional rigs. At the heart of this pedal lies a Burr-Brown op-amp, which helps to reduce noise and hum compared to the original JRC4558 chip. The two output resistors have been painstakingly tuned by ear to perfectly replicate the signature "808" sound, with its perfect balance of midrange punch and harmonic complexity. Flip the three-way switch, and you can toggle between asymmetric germanium diodes for a more open, chunky sound, or tighter symmetric silicon diodes for a focused, compressed tone. In the middle position, the diodes are disengaged entirely, unleashing a massive boost that can really drive the front end of your amplifier. But this Myrtle Pedals creation is more than just a faithful reproduction - it's a work of art. The enclosure has been beautifully hand-painted with abstract, psychedelic designs, making each unit a truly unique, one-of-a-kind creation. Guitarists in the know, such as Joe Bonamassa and Buddy Guy, have been spotted using this exceptional Tubescreamer clone on stage, testament to its ability to elevate your tone to new heights of vintage-inspired greatness.
