Shiba Drive

The Suhr Shiba Drive is a smooth-sounding overdrive pedal designed to deliver warm bluesy rhythm tones and creamy sustain for solos. It features an easy-to- tweak layout with Drive, Level, Tone, and a three-position Smooth switch.

Specifications:
- Input Impedance: 1M ohm
- Output Impedance: 600 ohm
- Power Connector: 9Vdc, center negative, 2.1mm x 5.5mm
- Operating Voltage: 4V to 18V (nominal 9V)
- Maximum Voltage: 20Vdc
- Reverse Battery Protection: Yes
- Over Voltage Protection: Yes
- Current Consumption: 8mA
- Estimated Battery Life: 75 – 100 hours of continuous use
- Dimensions: 2.50” Width x 4.50” Depth x 1.25” Height
- Weight: 0.75 pound
- FxLink Connector: 1/8”
- FxLink max Voltage: 3.3Vdc
- Shield → Tip: Activate on/off
- ROHS Compliant: Yes

Exclusive Features:
- True Bypass: Shiba Drive is true bypass via a relay, allowing for remote switching and battery monitoring.
- FX Link: Enables remote control of the pedal's switching function.
- Battery Monitor: Monitors the internal 9V battery voltage and activates True Bypass when the battery becomes too low to reliably operate the pedal.

The pedal's Smooth switch offers three positions, each affecting the high-end response for different tonal characteristics. Additionally, the Shiba Drive is designed to cut through the mix while retaining the instrument's natural sonic qualities.

The Shiba Drive is suitable for use with a clean amp to deliver a wide range of warm bluesy rhythm tones and can also be used to push an already overdriven amp into creamy sustain for solos. It is well-suited for players seeking a versatile overdrive pedal that can be used in various musical contexts.