DOD YJM308 Yngwie Malmsteen Signature Overdrive Pedal

The DOD YJM308 offers Yngwie Malmsteen's screaming overdrive tone. With the DOD YJM308, you too can be a rising force. 106 People rated this product:

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DOD announces the introduction of their new YJM308 overdrive pedal, which was developed to meet the exacting sound requirements of artist Yngwie Malmsteen. Yngwie, a long-time user of the DOD250 overdrive pedal, worked with the DOD engineering team to help create the tone and overdrive qualities of the new YJM308. The process required rigorous electronic testing and real-time analysis of various overdrive and equalization combinations before they finally were able to match Yngwie's signature sound. The YJM308, which uses Yngwie's initials in its name, features Gain and Level controls and a bypass footswitch.

"When I was a kid in Sweden back in 1978, I bought my first DOD 250 pedal. This preamp overdrive pushing the front end of my tube amps has been a key element to my tone ever since. Like most handwired vintage equipment of the era, there is some variety in the sound between my different old gray pedals. DOD took my favorite pedal and used that as the reference to create the YJM308. Now I can always get my trademark tone and keep my original vintage gear safe at home. More than that, this new pedal sounds so good it is what I am using these days. I have not hooked up my old 250s at all recently. I am using the YJM308 for everything, including my new album. Not to mention it looks cool" - Yngwie Malmsteen zZounds is an authorized dealer of DOD products.

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zZounds has verified that this customer bought this product from us. "not just for Malmsteen fans! 100% killer boost pedal!"

Sound: This thing kills! I'm using this to boost some vintage pickups on an older blues guitar. I'm mostly writing this post to emphasize that this is not only a shred/rock pedal (though that stuff is great too!). With the gain set about 30% and level up about 80%, it pumps up the output of the low input and gives a really great snap to the tone that can be pushed into a pleasant overdrive when played hard. No LED needed -- this is the pedal to set-and-forget. I also have to mention that I initially bought this to immediately modify (into a fuzz pedal), but after plugging it in, it found a permanent place in my setup as a stock booster. Feature: Okay, an LED would be helpful. It's not a big loss. Otherwise, I'm impressed with how solid this pedal feels. The new USA Electro-Harmonix pedals would do well to take notice (especially the ones with the paper-thin metal boxes). Ease of Use: As I mentioned above, set-and-forget. Just do not try to use this thing as an overdrive, as you would a Tube Screamer -- you'll get an unpleasant/cheap sound. It's meant as a booster through-and-through -- to either drive an existing overdriven amp or pedal, or alternately, to boost some old, weak pickups. Quality: 100% excellent. I'm a pedal builder and this thing checks out great. Solid! Value: They could sell this for twice as much. It's a steal as-is! It's largely the same schematic as the MXR Micro-amp and MXR Distortion + (yes, it's true -- check out your local schematics web page) with a few settings altered. Both those pedals run for 2-3 times as much, largely based on brand name. Overall: If you need a booster -- this is a great one to pick up. I have several others (the Dan Armstrong Purple Peaker, E-H Line Booster, MXR Micro Amp). This DOD is the one that's on my pedalboard permanently. I would also like to point out again that I have no personal interest in Malmsteen's playing. I picked out this one because the old yellow design has been discontinued. This is a perfect pedal for all players -- particularly those looking for a little push to their existing sound. (for that occasional lead boost or general good times!)

Style of Music: Loud Rock, Indie, Avant-garde/Experimental, Classical and Art Music

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zZounds has verified that this customer bought this product from us. "Versatile crunch on a budget!"

Sound: This is a great overdrive sound that verges on higher-gain distortion. I like the fact that it enhances sustain and can go from a mild crunch to much thicker overdrive that can almost be characterized as distortion. It sounds nice through the clean channel of my little Line 6 practice amp, and I just tried it in front of an old Boss Enhancer EH2 pedal to give it a bit more bite. Feature: Only two controls, gain and level. Very easy. I would agree with those who gripe that it only accepts a less-common 9v adapter, instead of the ubiquitous "center negative" power port found on 99% of other stomp boxes. Not a big deal for me, I like the way pedals sound a bit better with batteries anyway. For a simple 2 knob configuration, it's actually easy to coax a pretty wide range of sounds from this box. Ease of Use: See the above statement. This is a very easy to use plug and play device. A "no brainer". Quality: This pedal is no exception to the fact that most (metal cased) stomp box pedals are pretty well built. It's a metal brick with a metal switch and two plastic knobs. At least as tough as any other brand pedal I own. Value: This pedal sounds better IMO, than the MXR Zakk Wylde Overdrive and is a significantly better value. I have no regrets about the very reasonable amount of money I spent on this. Manufacturer Support: DOD has a long history in the guitar effects game. I'd be willing to bet that their service and support is above average, though I haven't had a need to contact them. The Wow Factor: It's just another music toy to me. It lacks an LED indicator light, which may turn some people off, but it doesn't bother me. I could not care less about Yngwie's name on the front, he doesn't do anything for me. I bought it because it's typically gotten good reviews, and I've enjoyed DOD products in the past as a younger man who learned to play guitar in the 1990's (DOD's "heyday"). Overall: As I mentioned, the DOD Yngwie has the same practical use as a pedal like MXR's Wylde Overdrive (which I own also). I think this DOD box sounds better and costs a heck of a lot less. I can't see myself having a need for another overdrive pedal any time soon. I'm confident that this one will work fine for me.

Style of Music: Experimental/Heavy

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