{"product_id":"jackson-audio-the-optimist-pedal","title":"Jackson Audio The Optimist Dual Klon Overdrive","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xaL3V4B_6sk?si=lQfMutDTiQUnLkPY\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Description\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eJackson Audio The Optimist Dual Overdrive \u0026amp; EQ\u003c\/strong\u003e is a highly versatile dual overdrive designed in collaboration with \u003cstrong\u003eCory Wong\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining a Klon-inspired drive, a transparent full-range overdrive and a powerful studio-grade three-band EQ in one compact pedal. Each section can be used independently or combined to create everything from articulate rhythm tones and natural breakup to rich, boosted lead sounds. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOD1\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers the mid-focused character associated with the legendary Klon circuit. Jackson Audio recreated the circuit with germanium clipping diodes, retaining the natural response, harmonic character and distinctive mid push that made the original design so sought after. It works beautifully as a standalone overdrive or as a focused boost for pushing an amp or another drive stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOD2\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the perfect contrast, with a flat frequency response and transparent character that allows the natural voice of your guitar and amplifier to remain intact. Particularly effective for rhythm work, OD2 can also be combined with OD1 to add gain, harmonic richness and fullness without sacrificing definition. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Optimist goes beyond a conventional dual overdrive with its independent \u003cstrong\u003ethree-band active EQ\u003c\/strong\u003e. Based on a Baxandall-style studio EQ and tailored specifically for guitar, it provides up to ±12dB of boost or cut per band. Centre-detented controls make it easy to return to a neutral response, while the EQ sits after the two overdrives and can also be activated independently as a standalone tone-shaping tool. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor players using more advanced switching systems, The Optimist also offers \u003cstrong\u003eMIDI control over OD1, OD2 and the EQ\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it easy to integrate into both simple pedalboards and sophisticated professional rigs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith two complementary overdrive voices, powerful active EQ and extensive control, The Optimist is a flexible gain and tone-shaping centrepiece capable of covering rhythm, boost and lead duties from a single pedal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned in collaboration with Cory Wong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo independent overdrive circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOD1 delivers classic Klon-style, mid-focused overdrive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermanium clipping diodes in the OD1 circuit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOD2 provides transparent, flat-response overdrive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStack both drives for increased gain and harmonic richness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndependent studio-grade three-band active EQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaxandall-inspired EQ circuit tailored for electric guitar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e±12dB boost or cut per EQ band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentre-detented EQ controls for quickly finding a flat response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEQ positioned after the overdrive stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEQ can be used independently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMIDI control of OD1, OD2 and EQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact pedalboard-friendly design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop-mounted connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual Overdrive \u0026amp; EQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOD1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Klon-Style Mid-Focused Overdrive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOD2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat-Response Transparent Overdrive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active 3-Band Baxandall-Inspired EQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEQ Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±12dB Per Band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMIDI:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1MΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Centre Negative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Current:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68.6 × 123.8 mm \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden has-[\u0026gt;_:empty]:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-none -mt-px h-px translate-y-(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom)\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jackson Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40315007500332,"sku":"clear480115","price":429.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2161\/9961\/files\/Jackson-Optimist-1.jpg?v=1754964377","url":"https:\/\/guitarfactory.net\/products\/jackson-audio-the-optimist-pedal","provider":"Gladesville Guitar Factory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}