The Tone City Double Durple Overdrive/Boost Pedal is a collaboration between Tone City and Pete Honoré, a session guitarist known for his work with Lionel Richie and Tom Jones. The pedal combines two distinct overdrive circuits, each with its own unique character, offering a versatile range of tones for guitarists. The Durple side is a low to mid-gain overdrive that interacts with the volume control in a way that feels like a non-master volume amp. It provides a slight volume boost with a hint of grit, and the gain control offers a wide range of overdrive when the volume is low. The tone control acts like a low-pass filter, subtly shaping the sound. The Mid-control allows for a low mid-rumble or high mid-snarl, making it an excellent always-on pedal for adding bite to your sound. The Double side, on the other hand, is a very low gain yet powerful overdrive, delivering a restrained response in the first three quarters of the gain control. It excels in clean-to-edge-of-breakup territory, and the volume control is where it truly shines, kicking your amp hard. The smooth/bright toggle switch adds a touch of top-end brilliance, while the tone control functions as a standard dark to bright EQ. When both sides are engaged, the Double Durple requires a measured approach, as the gains pair beautifully but can become mushy if pushed too hard. The pedal's enclosure is sturdy, measuring 12cm long, 10cm wide, and 5.2cm tall, with top-mounted jacks and 9-volt centre-negative power. The foot switches have a satisfying click and can be engaged individually or simultaneously. The mid-control uses a mini potentiometer, which, while practical, lacks the tactility of full-sized pots. Overall, the Double Durple is an exceptional low-to-mid gain overdrive, offering two distinct overdrive flavors that address the common volume boost issue. It is highly recommended for both beginners and experienced guitarists, providing a wide range of edge-of-breakup and boosted tones.
