{"product_id":"dod-overdrive-preamp-250-50th-anniversary-pedal","title":"DOD Overdrive Preamp 250 50th Anniversary Pedal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroducing the DOD Overdrive Preamp 250 50th Anniversary Pedal. A momentous occasion for DOD's history - the OD\/Preamp 250 turns 50! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis limited run has only 1974 units for the entire world,\u003c\/strong\u003e making it a great collectors piece for any discerning DOD fan or pedal fanatic - a must have!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat DOD say: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrating the golden milestone of DOD Electronics, we are thrilled to announce the 250 Overdrive\/Preamp - 50th Anniversary Edition! Founded in 1974 by John Johnson and the legendary David O. DiFrancesco in Salt Lake City, Utah, DOD has become a cornerstone in the world of effects pedals. This limited-edition pedal honors their legacy and innovation, combining the classic tone of the original 250 Overdrive\/Preamp with modern enhancements for today's players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures of the 50th Anniversary Edition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthentic Sound: Captures the essence of the original 250, known for its distinctive grit and transparency.\u003cbr\u003eNew Functionality: Enhanced versatility, making it the most expressive 250 yet.\u003cbr\u003ePremium Build: Hand-assembled in the USA with high-quality through-hole components.\u003cbr\u003eCommemorative Design: Embodying DOD's classic aesthetic with special anniversary details.\u003cbr\u003e\"America's Pedal\": A nod to its proud heritage and enduring craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003eThis release reaffirms DOD's legacy as a pioneer in the music industry, beloved by generations of musicians worldwide. Whether you're a collector or a tone aficionado, the 250-50th Anniversary Edition is a must-have piece of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMode Toggle Switch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selects any one of three overdrive\/distortion modes: 1) Up position is SILICON mode which enables the classic 250 odd-harmonic-dominant sound of symmetrical anti-parallel silicon clipping diodes; 2) Mid position is LIFT mode which eliminates all diode clipping, essentially turning the 250 into a simple boost pedal which can provide clean boost at low gains and dirty boost at higher gains; 3) Down position is Ge\/ASYM mode which enables the unique Germanium diode-based even-harmonic-rich sound of this asymmetrical clipping circuit topology.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DOD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53786258801025,"sku":"006091","price":250.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/7556\/9815\/files\/DOD250-50th.jpg?v=1732876818","url":"https:\/\/www.theguitarstoreonline.co.uk\/en-fr\/products\/dod-overdrive-preamp-250-50th-anniversary-pedal","provider":"The Guitar Store - The Home Of Tone","version":"1.0","type":"link"}