DonnerOverdrive Guitar Pedal, Blues Drive Vintage Overdrive Effect Warm/Hot Modes for Pedal Boards Electric Guitar, True Bypass

this dark mouse pedal sounds excellent. it has two very usable distortion shapes with the turbo switch that can cover a lot of rock and metal styles. carries a lot of tone for such a small footprint. pairs great with a od/tubescreamer.

Donner seems to have gone out of their way to confuse people on this one. Despite the name and color, this pedal is actually a Tube Screamer (TS) clone, NOT a BOSS Blues Driver (BD-2) clone. For some reason, Donner decided to name it "Blues Drive" and make it blue rather than the usually obligatory green for a TS clone. But from the main product summary up top: "Warm: The classic TS overdrive sound replica.". Plus, they mention "TS" a few times in the product description details above, as well as on their website. This pedal is essentially a re-brand of the Mooer Green Mile, which is less confusingly green, and uses the JRC4558 chip (used by the TS808 & TS9). Specifically, the Mooer and Donner pedals are both Ibanez TS7 clones, which is the same as a classic TS9 in "Warm" mode, and also has a "Hot" mode (boost).This pedal doesn't have a lot of gain (vs, say, a distortion pedal) because Tube Screamers don't have a lot of gain, so it isn't supposed to have a lot of gain. But you get your classic slightly "mids-forward", slightly "nasal" sound that TS-type pedals are known for, with gain/overdrive levels meant more for classic blues than hard rock. For hard rock, TS-type pedals are meant more for pushing other overdrive pedals and overdrive within amps than meant as standalone overdrive. They boost and tighten the sound of the main overdrive pedal/amp, which is mainly what this pedal does too.The "hot" mode is a bit interesting -- it appears to add more low-end, or maybe it's just perceived by the overall volume boost. This mode fascinated me when I realized that it sounded like my Zendrive clone (I've also played an actual Zendrive, but I don't own one). Keeping everything at noon, and using my guitar's neck pickup, it came close to the Zendrive "pillowy" sound that made Dumbles and the Zendrive so sought-after. Moving the tone knob all the way to the left made it even more pillowy/Zen-like. Now it isn't the same as a Zendrive circuit, but I'd say gets you 90% of the way there.But basically, once you get passed all the confusing marketing and naming of things, and judge the pedal for what it really is -- it is actually an interesting little pedal that gives you a decent TS-like tone and booster capability in "warm" mode, and a sort-of Zendrive-like tone in "hot" mode (which is ironic, considering the Zen-drive circuit is about as opposite as you can get from what "hot" usually means). Like most pedals, I was only expecting one mode to be useful when I bought it, but find both modes useful, making this pedal a really good deal for the money. Note that my star rating is relative to the price range, not all pedals in general.

If you're looking for a rat pedal but don't want to spend a ton of money, this is a great deal. It does all of the things you want a rat to do, from the harsh bright thrash-y sounds to that delightful barely-driven rat tone. The clipping options are nice, and give you the option to get into really harsh distortion. Even though I have a more expensive rat clone, I do still sometimes find myself coming back to this pedal for certain sounds.My big complaint about this pedal is that its baseline level is VERY loud. Unity volume is barely above 0, and anything past noon will be audible to the entirely neighborhood. This makes accessing those edge-of-breakup tones tricky, but it is possible. Also this pedal doesn't sound super great with the tone turned down all the way, it needs a bit of brightness to make it shine.

I've found my perfect match with this guitar pedal, and I couldn't be happier. As a guitarist who primarily uses a Godin A6 Ultra Hybrid Acoustic Guitar with a humbucker pickup, I've been on the hunt for a pedal that would seamlessly enhance my sound without taking up too much precious space on my pedal board. This pedal not only fits the bill but also exceeded my expectations.My main goal was to find a pedal that could provide that sweet crunch when I blend in my humbucker with the piezo pickup for lead guitar moments. This pedal has proven to be the ideal solution. Its subtle yet effective impact on my tone is just what I was looking for.I've been using the warm setting predominantly, and I must say that the pedal's crunch isn't overpowering. It adds a layer of depth and character to my sound, enhancing my humbucker's output without overshadowing the uniqueness of the piezo pickup. It's like the pedal was tailor-made for my setup.One of the aspects that truly stood out to me is the pedal's ability to maintain the balance between the different pickups. It's a delicate dance, and this pedal has nailed it. The warm setting, in particular, has become my go-to choice, providing the perfect level of grit without compromising the overall harmony of my sound.Overall, I'm thoroughly pleased with this pedal's performance so far. It has enhanced my playing experience and brought a new dimension to my music. If you're like me, searching for a pedal that complements your hybrid acoustic guitar setup without overwhelming it, I highly recommend giving this pedal a try. It has certainly earned its place on my pedal board and in my heart.Pros:Ideal for blending humbucker and piezo pickupsSubtle crunch without overpoweringMaintains balance and harmonyCompact size perfect for pedal boardsCons:None encountered in my experienceIn summary, this pedal has filled a void in my setup that I didn't even know existed. It's a versatile, compact, and harmonious addition that has elevated my sound to new heights. Kudos to the creators for crafting a pedal that truly understands the needs of hybrid acoustic guitarists.

I bought this for myself and appreciate the small size and value for what it is. Highly recommended!

it does work well not so much like a rat peddle filters are intense but in standard mode works great for the price,use at home and happy with how it performs.