The Keeley Noble Screamer Pedal
Keeley releases a 4-in-1 amp-like overdrive pedal
The Noble Screamer has two drive circuits and two amp-like analog circuits, giving you a wide range of four total overdrive sounds providing a lot of versatility, even with a single tone control knob.
Keeley Electronics has released the Keeley Noble Screamer which is a 4-in-1 overdrive and boost pedal that includes two amp-style analog circuits and two drive circuits. Armed with these four separate sounds, the Screamer provides a very wide range of tone, even with a simple single-band EQ.
- Classic overdrive: Two drive circuits
- Innovative overdrive: Two amp-like distortion tones
- Tone control options: Flexible tone control plus low-pass filter
- Diode clipping selection: Hard or soft diode clipping (sharp or smooth overdrive)
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The Noble Screamer gives you two drive sounds and two analog amp sounds. Image via Niccolai Music
In "OD" mode, you have a broad spectrum tone control that can be fine-tuned from a flat EQ to heightened treble and/or bass frequencies. Alternatively, selecting the "TS" mode activates the low-pass filter, which lets you attenuate higher frequencies.
You also have a choice between hard or soft diode clipping.
In "OD" mode, it delivers a sharp-edged, aggressive tone through hard diode clipping. Shifting to "TS" mode introduces soft diode clipping, replicating the smooth overdrive of tube amplifiers.
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The Noble Screamer uses the Vitamin K Infused buffer, for silent switching without unwanted noise or interruptions. Guitarists can also choose between buffered bypass and true bypass modes, depending on their preferences.
There's a lot to like about the Noble Screamer from Keeley. It's certainly a unique take on the overdrive pedal. Image via Chuck Kuzminski
Keeley pedals are designed and produced entirely in the United States, specifically Oklahoma City. The Noble gives you high-quality analog circuits, bullet-proof (allegedly) metal construction, and a newly designed Keeley aluminum enclosure.
It's a good fit for any situation where you need a versatile overdrive or distortion profile.
For more information and availability, visit Keeley Electronics.
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Written by Bobby Kittleberger on Effects & Roundups
Written by Bobby Kittleberger on Effects & Roundups
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