The good folks at StewMac carry just about every item you need to make your musical dreams come true, from luthier tools to parts & hardware to amps and yes, even Pedals. Today, we’re looking at their latest pedal kit, the International House of Overdrive. You’ll step right into the world of classic overdrive tones, and learn a thing or two about what goes into making effects pedals along the way…c’mon!!
The International House of Overdrive is based on the Crowther Hot Cake, an overdrive that became available around 1976, and was one of the earliest hand-made boutique effects pedals available. The circuit was designed to be what is now referred to as a “transparent” overdrive, an effect that enhances the player’s sound while keeping the original tone intact. This circuit has undergone many changes since its inception, and StewMac has further expanded on the design by returning to an earlier version most revered by players and removing the buffer, which resulted in a reworked circuit that is true bypass but still retains the charm of the design.
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This isn’t just another clone, though – StewMac has modernized the circuit and included both the original LM741 IC (Integrated Circuit) chip and a second IC (the TL071, found in later versions), allowing you to push the tonal boundaries and explore new sounds by experimenting with which IC best suits your playing style. Whether you want creamy rhythm tones or aggressive lead saturation, the IHOO is your key to unlocking vintage tone with modern flexibility. Because Paul Crowther makes the Hot Cake one by one, they fetch premium prices, but the International House of Overdrive kit can be yours for just $89.95.
The kit you get includes all the high-quality resistors, capacitors, and other pre-tested components you’ll need to build this killer drive pedal. With step-by-step instructions with clear diagrams and tips for flawless assembly, along with world-class customer support from StewMac’s team of experts, you’ll be crushing amps and eardrums in no time with the International House of Overdrive. Thanks so much to StewMac for sending this amazing drive pedal our way to check out – be sure to visit their website to grab one of these, and ALL your guitar needs, in one wonderful place! Cheers!!
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