Originally released in the late 1970s, the Ibanez Tube Screamer is ubiquitous among guitar players — it’s easily one of the most popular stompboxes in the world. The limited-edition TS808 40th Anniversary Tube Screamer commemorates the birthday of this pedalboard staple. This TS808 is loaded with the same chip and analog circuitry as the original, along with its familiar control set. But most importantly, it possesses its ancestor’s thick, overdriven tube-style tone. Made in Japan, the TS808 40th Anniversary Tube Screamer is adorned with an eye-catching ruby red sparkle painted finish.
Ibanez TS808 40th Anniversary Tube Screamer at a Glance:
- Classic reissue gives you raved-about tone and a reasonable price tag
- Same chip and analog circuitry as the original – just plug in and play
Classic reissue gives you raved-about tone and a reasonable price tag
If you’ve ever scoped out a pro pedalboard, then you’ve probably spotted the unmistakable TS808 Tube Screamer lurking in the signal chain. The original Tube Screamer propelled into fame when Stevie Ray Vaughan used it to craft his signature tone. Since then, countless renowned guitarists have benefited from the TS808’s smooth, full tone — in the style of overdriven tubes. So grab the limited-edition TS808 40th Anniversary Tube Screamer, and join the ranks of great guitarists who swear by the TS808.
Same chip and analog circuitry as the original – just plug in and play
Much of what makes the original Ibanez TS808 so smooth, sweet, and full is the JRC4558D IC chip that Ibanez spec’d it out with. Fortunately, Ibanez managed to put the same chip and analog circuitry into the TS808 40th Anniversary Tube Screamer. The end result? It sounds amazing. Blues to jazz to rock to anything else, you’ll get all of that classic warmth with this limited-edition TS808.
Ibanez TS808 40th Anniversary Tube Screamer Overdrive Pedal Features:
- 40th-anniversary edition of the classic Ibanez TS808 Tube Screamer overdrive
- Uses the same JRC4558D IC chip and analog circuitry as the original Tube Screamer
- Square footswitch, just like the original Tube Screamer
- Gives you a smooth, full overdrive — in the style of an overdriven tube amp
- Sports Tone, Overdrive, and Level controls so that you can tweak your sound
- Exclusive ruby red sparkle paint finish
- Limited run
| Pedal Type | Overdrive, Distortion |
|---|---|
| Inputs | 1 x 1/4″ (instrument) |
| Outputs | 1 x 1/4″ |
| Bypass Switching | Buffered |
| Power Source | 9V DC power supply required (sold separately) |
| Batteries | 1 x 9V |
| Power Usage | 20mA |
| Height | 2″ |
| Width | 2.8″ |
| Depth | 4.9″ |
| Weight | 1.0 lbs |
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