Warm Audio WA-WD Warmdrive – analog guitar effect pedal delivering amp-in-a-box overdrive inspired by classic D-style amplifiers. The circuit is built with discrete components to recreate the feel of a tube amp pushed into natural breakup.
Dynamic overdrive with tonal control
The Warmdrive responds to picking dynamics and guitar volume, allowing smooth transition from clean tones to saturated overdrive. The Voice control adjusts the character and response of the circuit, making it easy to match different guitars and amplifiers.
Premium analog design
The circuit uses MOSFET transistors, germanium diodes and high-quality components to achieve natural compression and rich harmonic content. True bypass ensures signal integrity when the pedal is disengaged, while the compact enclosure fits easily into any pedalboard setup.
KEY FEATURES
- Analog overdrive pedal (amp-in-a-box design)
- Inspired by classic D-style amplifiers
- Responsive to playing dynamics and guitar volume
- Voice control for shaping overdrive character
- Controls: Gain, Tone, Volume, Voice
- True bypass switching
- Premium components (MOSFET, germanium diodes)
- Natural compression and harmonic saturation
- Compact metal enclosure
- Powered by 9V battery or DC supply
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Type: overdrive / amp-in-a-box
- Controls: Gain, Tone, Volume, Voice
- Bypass: true bypass
- I/O: 1x input, 1x output (6.3 mm jack)
- Power: 9V DC or 9V battery
- Current draw: approx. 25 mA
- Dimensions: approx. 120 x 64 x 57 mm
- Weight: approx. 0.34 kg
