
Anthony Easton
The MXR M294 Sugar Drive Mini Effects Pedal is based on a rare and mythical overdrive pedal, offering a diverse range of clear and transparent tones, from sauced up boosting to rich overdrive. The pedal features a simple three-knob setup and an MXR mini housing, making it versatile and space-saving.
Key Features:
- VOLUME knob: Sets overall effect volume
- TONE knob: Rolls off high frequencies
- DRIVE knob: Sets the amount of overdrive
- BUFFER switch: Selects buffered bypass (indicated by blue LED)
- FOOTSWITCH: Toggles effect on/bypass (blue LED indicates on)
Basic Operation:
1. Connect the guitar to the M294’s INPUT jack and run another cable from the
M294’s OUTPUT jack to the amplifier.
2. Start with all controls at 12 o’clock.
3. Turn the effect on by depressing the FOOTSWITCH.
4. Adjust the VOLUME, TONE, and DRIVE knobs to customize the overdrive
effect.
Specifications:
- Input Impedance: 600 kΩ
- Output Impedance: 3 kΩ
- Nominal Input Level: +6 dBV
- Maximum Output Level (True Bypass without Buffer selected): +26 dBV
- Tone control (@ full CCW): -20 dB @ 3 kHz
- Current Draw: 18.5 mA @ 9 VDC
- Power Requirements: 9 VDC (ECB003 AC adapter)
The Sugar Drive™ Pedal is powered by the Dunlop ECB003 9-volt adapter or an MXR® Brick™ Series power supply (each sold separately). It cannot be powered by a battery.
The MXR M294 Sugar Drive Mini Effects Pedal offers a versatile overdrive solution with specific technical specifications suitable for various musical applications.
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