(ARCHIVE) Lee Jackson Hellfire Overdrive Pedal

Lee Jackson Hellfire Overdrive Pedal
Lee Jackson Hellfire Overdrive Pedal
Lee Jackson Hellfire Overdrive Pedal
Lee Jackson Hellfire Overdrive Pedal
Lee Jackson Hellfire Overdrive Pedal
Lee Jackson Hellfire Overdrive Pedal

This was a pleasant surprise. I was expecting a nasty metal distortion, but I got something far more nuanced. Lee himself was a former full time touring player and a renowned electrical designer who worked with some big names and brands, but his own branded stuff is pretty niche. The left side is a bright, articulate drive, brimming with clarity and bite. The tone control works in reverse, but it's otherwise pretty intuitive to dial and great rock rhythm tone. The right side adds a layer of clipping, with switchable modes and a gain control. With both on, you can get a lot of distortion, but it still sounds clear. I feel it does it's best work in a more moderate setting. It sounds to me like a hybrid of a Bluesbreaker and a 5150, depending on settings.

Model: Lee Jackson Hellfire
Made in: USA, recent model (serial 329)
Type: overdrive/distortion
Power: regular 9v negative supply, not included
Equivalent new street price (approx): n/a 
Mods: velcro attached (loop side)
Accessories: original box and manual
Condition notes: used, no major marks, fully functional. Overall: excellent condition

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