FET OverBooster
Inspired by FA-1 circuit, offering versatile use as a preamp/boost
Description
FET OverBooster is our take on a discontinued Boss FA-1 FET Amplifier in a pedal format. The pedal could be used as a preamp/boost to drive your amp or as an overdrive. Overdrive mode enables asymmetrical soft clipping using orange LEDs. It uses NOS MC1458 (Motorola/TI) op-amp and Toshiba 2SK209-GR J-FET transistor and runs the circuit at +-9V to offer extended dynamics.
Controls
- Gain - the level of boost or drive.
- 3-Band Active EQ - allows to boost or decrease the amount of treble, mids, and bass.
- Output - pedal output level.
- Tight switch - enables 6 dB/octave low frequencies cut before boost.
- Mode switch - allows switching between standard FA-1 boost or asymmetrical LED soft clipping drive.
- LED brightness trimmer - placed on the PCB trimmer allows you to adjust the status LED brightness.
About the name
The name FET OverBooster is a straightforward description of what this versatile pedal does, rooted directly in its electronic design. The core of its circuit is based on a classic BOSS FET Amplifier, which is renowned for its clean and powerful signal manipulation. We've harnessed this foundation and expanded upon it, giving the pedal two distinct modes: a pure, clean "Booster" and a smooth, low-gain "Overdrive." The name "FET OverBooster" perfectly encapsulates this dual functionality, clearly indicating what it is—a FET-based pedal that functions as both an overdrive and a boost.
Power supply
9V DC adapter (Boss-style negative center) not included. No batteries. They are bad for the environment 🌲.
Voltage: 9V
Current draw: 5.0 mA
Shipping
FREE 🌏 Worldwide shipping for orders over 100$ by Poland Post, courier shipping for orders over 350$. Check out our Shipping Policy for more details.
Warranty
Lifetime Warranty - feel free to contact us if you have any troubles with a pedal!
