

The Marvel Drive by Ramble FX is a versatile overdrive effects pedal designed to deliver the classic rock tones associated with vintage plexi amplifiers. The pedal features unique "blended volume" controls that simulate a plexi amp with its inputs patched together, resulting in two differently voiced gain controls that can be mixed together.
Key Technical Specifications:
- Circuit: 100% JFET based, with no clipping diodes or op-amps
- Input Impedance: 700kohm
- Output Impedance: ~15kohm
- Power Requirement: 9 volts DC adapter or battery
- Current Draw: 22mA ON, 14mA OFF
- Dimensions: Length 4.8", Width 2.6", Height 2.4"
- Weight: 0.8 pounds
- Bypass: Relay-based true bypass
- Additional Features: Low-noise metal film resistors, charge pump voltage
doubler, Neutrik jacks, Alpha potentiometers, plexi style faceplate, Marshall
knobs
The Marvel Drive is equipped with an innovative dual voltage switch, allowing it to operate at 9V or 18V, providing a boost in volume and a sharper attack when set to 18V. The pedal's circuit is entirely JFET-based, replicating the touch-sensitive and dynamic response of a plexi amplifier.
Overall, the Marvel Drive is designed to recreate the distinctive crunch sound of vintage 4-input Marshall amps, offering guitarists a versatile tool for achieving classic rock tones.
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Below are live Reverb listings for the Ramble FX Marvel Drive from Reverb. Stompbx automatically aggregates current offers to give you a quick look at available models, conditions, and prices. Perfect for comparing options and making an informed purchase.
Very Good
$233.41
Very Good
$156.63
Very Good
$189
Mint
$264.57
Mint
$175.84
Very Good
$223.67
Excellent
$194.26
Very Good
$264.57
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