Friedman BE-OD High Gain Distortion Pedal

Product Description

The Friedman BE-OD Overdrive pedal delivers the aggressive high-gain tone and amp-like response of the legendary Friedman BE-100 amplifier in a compact pedalboard-friendly format. Designed for players seeking authentic British-inspired overdrive and modern high-gain saturation, the BE-OD provides rich harmonics, tight low-end response, and exceptional articulation.

From lightly broken-up edge-of-drive tones to full-scale high-gain distortion, the BE-OD’s highly responsive controls offer extensive tonal shaping to suit a wide variety of guitars, amplifiers, and playing styles. The dedicated Tight control allows players to fine-tune the low-end response for enhanced punch and clarity, while the active EQ section provides detailed tone sculpting capabilities.

Built to capture the feel and dynamics of Friedman’s renowned tube amplifiers, the BE-OD offers powerful, articulate gain suitable for hard rock, classic metal, and modern high-gain applications.

Key Features

• Based on the Friedman BE-100 amplifier
• Authentic amp-like overdrive and distortion response
• Wide gain range from mild breakup to saturated high gain
• Tight low-end response with excellent articulation
• Active EQ for detailed tonal shaping
• Highly responsive and dynamic feel
• Suitable for classic rock, hard rock, and metal
• Compact pedalboard-friendly design
• Rugged construction for live and studio use

Controls

• Volume
• Gain
• Tight
• Bass
• Treble
• Presence