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The Providence Flame Drive FDR-1 is an extremely versatile overdrive pedal designed to deliver a wide range of tones, from sweet, silky overdrive to edgy overtone-rich distortion. It features a modern high-gain overdrive sound with fast attack response, allowing it to follow detailed picking nuances. The pedal is known for its eminently musical, amp-like distortion that is never flat or muddy.
Key Features:
- Controls: LEVEL, TONE, DRIVE, BASS BOOST
- Connectors: 1/4-inch phone jack x 2 (INPUT and OUTPUT), DC 9V input jack
(AC adapter jack)
- V.N.S. Circuit: Vitalized Noiseless Switching Circuit minimizes switching
noise while maintaining optimum sound quality
- D.C.G. Circuit: Double-contact grounding circuit provides improved sound
quality and minimizes the risk of loose connections
- Bass Boost Switch: Engages the BASS BOOST function to boost low frequencies
- VITALIZER® Circuit: Prevents signal degradation, active even when the
effect is off
- Multi-function LED: Indicates the pedal’s on/off status and provides visual
battery power monitoring
- Power Supply: 9V battery or AC adapter
- Power Consumption: DC 9V, 8 mA approx.
- Dimensions: 115 (D) x 72 (H) x 50 (H) mm
- Weight: 250 g approx. (Not including battery)
The Providence Flame Drive FDR-1 is designed to provide high-quality overdrive and distortion effects while maintaining signal integrity and responsiveness to playing nuances. It is suitable for a wide range of musical styles and playing techniques, making it a versatile tool for guitarists seeking dynamic and expressive tonal options.
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Mint
$250
Very Good
$149
Excellent
$223.25
Brand New
$290.65
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