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Tone Shaping
Customers are generally positive about the tone shaping capabilities of the Ibanez TS808 Overdrive Pedal, praising its ability to produce warm and beautiful tones, tighten up the sound, and add creamy texture at low levels. Some users have noted that it works well with various amps and other pedals, while a few have mentioned issues with durability and compatibility for acoustic playing through a PA system.
Classic Tone
Customers generally hold the classic tone of the Ibanez TS808 Overdrive Pedal in high regard, with many praising its ability to deliver the iconic sound of classic rock guitarists. Some customers have noted that it pairs well with tube amps and adds warmth and clarity to their sound. However, a few customers have mentioned that they find it heavier than expected but overall appreciate its solid build quality.
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Quality
It amazingly tightens up the tone and boosts the signal in this config.
This is the best and most effective guitar pedal i’ve ever used.
If you want to dual use your rig for acoustic playing and you play through the pa - it sounds like poop.
Last year the pedal switch stopped working so i couldn't turn the pedal off.
Price
Great value for money, most of the other reviews don't belong here.
” it was well worth the money!
I didn't believe that the extra $ for the 808 could be worth it.
It’s acting cheaper on amazon than it is anywhere else.
Packaging/appearance
Brand new and in a sealed box!
Competitiveness
So glad i splurged for this analogue chip as opposed to the digital ts9 model.
It also sounds the same as a modern ts9 which is a lot less money.
I read a bunch of reviews, i watched a few videos comparing different editions of the tube screamer, and the consensus seemed t... Read More
I know this is a nearly identical circuit, but it just has a little more 'something' than the ts9.
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- How are reviewers describing this item?
pedal, great, same, good and classic. - Our engine has profiled the reviewer patterns and has determined that there is minimal deception involved.
- Our engine has discovered that over 90% high quality reviews are present.
- This product had a total of 593 reviews as of our last analysis date on Nov 15 2024.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Price is what it is these things never really change cost
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I honestly feel naked without one of these or a ts9 in front of my rig
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I know this is a nearly identical circuit but it just has a little more something than the ts9
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It’s acting cheaper on amazon than it is anywhere else
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I like the ts9 but it sounds harsh compared to the ts808
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The tst808 is more natural sounding
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I have tried 4 other tube screamervariants over the years and never found a sound that was quite right for me
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There is nothing transparent or high fidelity about this effect
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