10 WAYS TO UNLEASH THE RIDGE OVERDRIVE
Ridge Overdrive Pedal
Idea 1: "Mood Mastery"
Dive deep into a world of overdrive tones with the RIDGE pedal.
Dial in the perfect sound to match your mood, from classic crunch to soaring sustain.
Inspired by the greats: Explore a spectrum of iconic overdrive sounds, recreating the legendary tones of the Klon Centaur, Tube Screamer, King of Tone, and so many more. That perfect overdrive you hear in your head is now at your fingertips.
How it works:
●Set all knobs to noon for a starting point.
●Adjust the DRIVE knob to taste, tailoring it to your guitar's unique voice.
●Twist the MOOD knob from min to max to effortlessly transition between clean boosts and gritty overdrive all the way to borderline fuzz
Experience the difference: Discover the RIDGE pedal's revolutionary ability to shape your tone with unparalleled precision and versatility.
Idea 2: "Boost Your Tone Beyond Boring"
Don't settle for a plain jane clean boost. With the RIDGE pedal, you can sculpt your sound with surgical precision.
A musical EQ for endless possibilities: Our advanced EQ section lets you dial in the perfect tonal balance for any playingstyle.
How it works:
●Start with a clean boost by setting MOOD to minimum and all other knobs to noon.
●Twist the PRE TONE to shape your guitar, add body by turning it to the left and cut bass by turning it to the right.
●Sculpt your amp using the POST TONE, darken your sound by turning it left and add brightness by turning it to the right.
●Fine-tune your mids with the dedicated MID knob for a more focused or open tone.
●Crank the DRIVE knob for up to 20 dB of clean gain to boost your signal without sacrificing clarity.
Discover a new dimension of clean boosts: The RIDGE pedal offers a world of tonal possibilities, far beyond the ordinary.
Idea 3: "Channel the Legends Without Breaking the Bank"
Who said that to sound like a rock god you need to mortgage your house to afford a Klon Centaur? The RIDGE pedal delivers all the analog mojo of legendary overdrives, without the astronomical price tag or endless waitlist.
Unlock the secrets of vintage tone: Follow the advice of seasoned pedal geeks and discover the power of the RIDGE. With its intuitive controls and versatile sound, you'll be channeling the greats in no time.
Experience the difference: Feel the warmth, sustain, and character of iconic overdrive circuits, all packed in to one compact pedal. The RIDGE is your ticket to legendary tone, without the legendary price.
Idea 4: "Scream Your Way"
Craving the raw power of a classic Tube Screamer, but with a little extra oomph on the low end? Look no further.
Dial in your dream tone: The RIDGE pedal lets you effortlessly tweak the iconic Tube Screamer sound to your exact liking.
How it works:
●Start with the classic Tube Screamer tone by setting all EQ knobs to noon and the MOOD to 11 o'clock.
●Adjust all EQ knobs to noon for that classic Tube Screamer tone.
Next, dial in your perfect Tube Screamer tone:
●Cut the mids: Reduce the MID knob to dial back the midrange for a more focused sound.
●Boost the lows: Set the MID knob back to noon, then turn the PRE TONE to the left to add extra low-end punch.
●Add some sparkle: Turn the POST TONE knob to the right to introduce some high-frequency brilliance.
Experiment and find your sound: With the RIDGE pedal, you have the freedom to customize your tone to match your playing style and musical preferences.
Idea 5: "Heavy Riffs, Light Amp"
Forget lugging around a massive high gain amp to crank out heavy riffs. With the RIDGE pedal, you can unleashyour inner rock GOD on any clean amplifier.
Our secret weapon: Try this setting for instant high-gain chug:
●MOOD: 3 o'clock
●DRIVE: 5 o'clock
●PRE TONE: 1 o'clock
●MID: 2 o'clock
●POST TONE: 10:30 o'clock
Unleash the power: Plug into your favorite clean amp and experience the RIDGE's ability to transform yoursound into a raging beast.
Idea 6: "Stack Your Tone to Infinity"
Ever dreamed of stacking multiple overdrives for a monstrous wall of sound? With the RIDGE, you can achievethat iconic stacked tone with just one pedal.
Follow Sasha Ivantic's lead: Check out Sasha Ivantic's guide on how to recreate the sound of two of his favorite stackedoverdrives using the RIDGE: https://youtu.be/HDIERMS71No
Unlock the power of stacking: Discover the endless tonal possibilities that the RIDGE pedal offers. From warm, vintage stacks to modern, high-gain mayhem, the RIDGE can do it all.
Idea 7: "Channel the Power of Class A with Dynamic Fuzz"
Unlock a new dimension of tone with the RIDGE pedal. Experience the unique blend of a pure Class A amplifier and a dynamic fuzz pedal.
How it works:
Follow these settings to unleash the power of asymmetrical Class A gated overdrive:
●MOOD: 4 o'clock
●DRIVE: 4:30 o'clock
●PRE TONE: 2 o'clock
●MID: 10 o'clock
●POST TONE: Noon
Embrace the dynamic: Discover the responsive touch and expressive character of a Class A amp, combined with the raw power and sustain of a fuzz pedal. The RIDGE delivers a truly unique and inspiring tone.
Idea 8: "Unleash Your Creative Potential"
Ever dreamed of having 6 additional hands to control every knob on your pedalboard? Connect an expression pedal to your RIDGE and your wildest dreams come true.
How it works:
Morph between presets: Seamlessly transition between your current knob setting (heal down) and your preset (toe down) on the expression pedal. It's like having those six extra hands at your disposal!
Example 1: Transform your expression into a volume pedal:
1.Set the RIDGE to your desired but crank the volume level to max.
2.Save this setting as your internal preset by pressing the preset switch for 2 seconds.
3.Next, turn down the volume to minimum.
Connect the expression pedal: Now,you can control your volume with your foot.
Example 2: Unleash your solo tone:
1.Set your DRIVE knob to your preferred solo tone and adjust the volume to your solo level.
2.Save this setting as the internal preset.
3.Turn down the DRIVE knob for a cleaner rhythm tone, and adjust the VOLUME knob accordingly.
4.Plug in your expression pedal to seamlessly swell from rhythm to lead, all while maintaining a consistent overalltone. Six extra hands not required.
The possibilities are endless: Experiment with different combinations of knob settings to create unique and expressive soundscapes.
The RIDGE pedal puts the power of creativity at your fingertips.
Idea 9: "Dirty Up Your Bassline"
The RIDGE pedal isn't just for guitarists. Unleash the power of your bass with this versatile overdrive.
Dial in the perfect bass tone:
●Boost the low end: Crank the PRE TONE knob to the left for a massive low-frequency boost. Or go to the right to make those mids and highs sparkle.
●Smooth out the mids: Roll back the MID knob to cut through the mix without getting muddy.
●Control the overdrive: Adjust the MOOD knob to dial in the perfect amount of grit or clarity.
Get that signature bass sound: Follow the lead of a “foo-mous” bass player who has relied on the RIDGE to add dirt and character to their sound.
Idea 10: "Stack It Up for Maximum Mayhem"
The RIDGE pedal is the perfect partner for the MOHO Fuzz, unlocking a world of sonic possibilities.
Push the limits: Place the RIDGE before the MOHO to drive the fuzz input stage harder and explore new tonal frontiers. With the RIDGE's versatile EQ controls, you can sculpt your sound and explore the fuzz’s sonic possibilities.
How it works:
Using the following settings, the RIDGE is a mid-gain, amp pushing overdrive while the MOHO is a velcro style fuzz. You can use each pedal separately or engage both and discover a new monster tone.
No rules ,just rock: Let your imagination run wild and discover the incredible sounds you can create with this dynamic duo.
