Hot Sake by Totally Wycked Audio

The Hot Sake by Totally Wycked Audio is a compact overdrive/distortion pedal designed to deliver a powerful punch with clean and crisp finishes. It features a classic Low-Boost/Hi-Boost Tone control for overall sonic palette, a dedicated Mids knob for precise tonal sculpting, and a Low Boost switch with selectable frequency center for added low-end response. The pedal's 180-proof Level control provides a significant boost, while the Drive control offers distinctly amp-like tones, covering a broad spectrum of saturated sounds from slight tube break-up to complete amp break-down.

The pedal is housed in a metal enclosure measuring 4.375" L x 2.375" W x 1.875" H and is painted in a dark grey finish. It is equipped with an audiophile-quality TLO72 op-amp to maintain note clarity and definition at any control setting. The Hot Sake is designed to be incredibly dynamic, allowing adjustments in response to the guitar's volume for a wide range of dirt from smoothness to sludge.

Control Descriptions:
- DRIVE: Controls the amount of gain/drive/distortion. Turn clockwise for more saturation.
- LEVEL: Controls output volume when the pedal is engaged. Turn clockwise to increase volume.
- TONE: A classic Low Boost/Hi Boost tone control. Turn CCW for more Lows, turn CW for more Highs.
- MIDS: Variable midrange boost acts independently of the TONE control. Turn clockwise for more midrange boost.
- LB SWITCH: Switches between standard setting and setting with increased low-end response. Set switch to “UP” position for low-boost.
- L1 / L2 SWITCH: Selects between two different filter caps for Low Boost circuit.

The Hot Sake pedal is designed to offer a wide range of tonal possibilities, from smooth drives to chunky fuzz, making it suitable for various musical styles and applications.