Belle Starr

The Belle Starr by Jackson Audio is a low/mid gain overdrive pedal designed to recreate the signature overdriven sound of small, low-wattage amps. It features a unique clipping circuit with MOSFET transistors, providing a smooth and amp-like overdrive. The overdrive range is evenly spread across the gain control, allowing for a seamless transition from clean to medium gain without unusual jumps in dynamic response.

Technical Specifications:
- Input Impedance: 1M
- Output Impedance: 100k
- Max. Current Consumption: 20mA
- Dimensions: 2.2” x 4.875″

Controls:
- Volume Control: Sets the overall level, acting as a powerful boost with low gain settings and high volume settings.
- Body Control: An active EQ that adjusts low frequencies with a +/-15dB boost/cut and features a center detent for easy neutral response.
- Gain Control: Adjusts the gain from transparent boost to subtle overdrive, emulating the breakup of a cranked small amp.
- Tone Control: A passive tone control adjusting treble frequencies, featuring a center detent for easy neutral response.
- Bypass Switch: Mechanical true bypass switch.

The Belle Starr can be powered from 9V-18V DC (center negative), with 18V providing increased headroom and dynamic response. It is designed to work with various amp types and is praised for its dynamic, expressive, and natural- sounding overdrive that fits perfectly into any rig.