{"product_id":"preloved-maxon-true-tube-bosst-overdrive","title":"PRELOVED MAXON TBO-9 True Tube Booster Overdrive","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePRELOVED MAXON TBO-9 True Tube Booster \/ Overdrive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreloved condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMaxon TBO-9 True Tube Booster \/ Overdrive\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive Japanese-made drive pedal that combines a clean boost, overdrive circuit and a genuine tube gain stage in one compact enclosure. Rather than simply simulating valve response, the TBO-9 uses a military-spec sub-miniature vacuum tube and internally raises the supply voltage to 30V for extra headroom and a more dynamic feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is especially well suited to players who want to push a clean or slightly driven tube amp harder without completely changing the character of the amp. The result is a warm, open boost with enough overdrive range to add grit when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReal Tube Gain Stage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TBO-9 uses a \u003cstrong\u003emil-spec sub-miniature vacuum tube\u003c\/strong\u003e as part of its gain stage. Maxon runs the tube at 30V via an internal DC-DC converter, giving the pedal more headroom and helping it respond in a more amp-like, dynamic way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBoost \u0026amp; Overdrive in One Pedal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBoost\u003c\/strong\u003e control adjusts the amount of tube gain, while the \u003cstrong\u003eDrive\u003c\/strong\u003e control blends clean and overdriven signal. That makes the TBO-9 useful as anything from a warm clean boost through to a more traditional low-to-medium gain overdrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple Four-Knob Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControls are straightforward: \u003cstrong\u003eBoost, Drive, Tone and Level\u003c\/strong\u003e. This keeps the pedal easy to dial in while still giving enough flexibility to shape both gain structure and overall output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTrue Bypass \u0026amp; High Headroom\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TBO-9 uses mechanical true bypass switching and is designed to preserve the natural character of your guitar and amp when bypassed. The internal 30V operating voltage also helps keep the sound open and less compressed than many conventional 9V overdrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Maxon TBO-9 True Tube Booster \/ Overdrive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog clean boost and overdrive pedal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine sub-miniature vacuum tube gain stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMil-spec tube design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls: Boost, Drive, Tone, Level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-purpose Drive control with clean blend function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical True Bypass switching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal Circuit Voltage: 30V DC via DC-DC converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Impedance: 500kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Impedance: 10kΩ or less\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Gain: 52dB at 1.6kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquivalent Input Noise: -110dB or less\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: 9V DC adaptor only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent Consumption: 270mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo battery operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 74 x 124 x 54mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: approximately 560g excluding adaptor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a strong fit for players using tube amps who want more warmth, push and harmonic response without completely covering up the amp's natural sound. It also suits blues, classic rock, roots and low-to-medium gain players who prefer a more open, dynamic drive pedal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TBO-9 is one of Maxon's more unusual drive pedals because the tube stage is genuinely part of the circuit rather than just a cosmetic feature. Used as a warm boost into a good amp, it can be especially effective, while the Drive control gives you enough extra grit when you want to push things further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable from \u003cstrong\u003eColemans Music South Melbourne\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003eFast Shipping Aus Wide\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MAXON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67760587898932,"sku":"210000078579","price":199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/5386\/3220\/files\/Maxon-True.jpg?v=1792645520","url":"https:\/\/www.colemansmusic.com.au\/products\/preloved-maxon-true-tube-bosst-overdrive","provider":"Colemans Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}