the Interstellar Overdrive April 3, 2010 at 1:42 am
What’s in a name? A paean to Pink Floyd, even though the circuit has absolutely nothing to do with Syd Barret, or anything else Floyd. It just seemed like a cool name for a pedal with a spacey theme. And, a good description of what you get. Pure, clean boost to overdrive your amp for a tone that’s out of this world? Well, maybe “interstellar” is hyperbole, but this boost circuit is in the one pedal I am NEVER without, acoustic or electric.
Functionally, the Interstellar Overdrive is the same as the Double Boost version of the Performance Enhancer that inspired the theme. However, I now powdercoat my boxes under the graphics, and finish with a super-durable top coat (either clear powder-coat or automotive finish suitable for rough use).
This one is the first of a limited edition run I’ll be doing for a few friends and loyal customers. The new owner is Justin Froese, one of my favorite local guitarists. Be sure to check him out solo, or with his band Taming the Fox.
If you want one for yourself, don’t worry! I won’t do more of this exact graphic theme, but I will gladly make the circuit with different graphics. Or you can even get a standard, single-button Performance Enhancer, like the one pictured here, for less. Just drop us an email and we’ll sort out the best solution for you.
With little further ado, the Interstellar Overdrive posing with the black and blue color scheme Performance Enhancer:
