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NU-X NDS-2 Brownie British Distortion Pedal

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Description

Shopping for a British distortion pedal? The NU-X NDS-2 Brownie packs the classic British rock tones of the 1970s into one small box. It uses a hybrid of circuits to reproduce warm, organic pre-amp and power tube distortion characteristics. The specially designed BJT input stage causes the signal to break up when the preamp tube starts to distort, giving you that familiar valve-driven feel.

The Brownie has an asymmetrical clipping circuit that simulates some of the behaviour of a real tube amplifier, and it keeps the bottom-end tight by processing bass frequencies that can get muddy when distorted. A low-pass tone control filter recreates the Variac effect, lowering the effective voltage going into the amp to round off your tone. The tone control is focused but gives you plenty of room to dial in the high-end response. The power clipping circuit uses a modern low-noise op-amp and two red LEDs to create symmetrical clipping that distorts both halves of the signal for a smooth sound.

Controls are simple rotary gain, level and tone knobs, with luminous glow-knobs so you can read your settings on a dark stage. The true bypass circuit uses a high quality TPDP mechanical footswitch (foot-switch) for clear signal when the pedal is off. The chassis is a strong, lightweight aluminium die-cast build. The Brownie needs a 9V centre negative DC power supply with 75mA current draw, which is not supplied. The compatible power supply is part 173.290UK.

Specification
Voltage 9
Type Guitar
Model NDS-2
Downloads

Product Manual

Frequently Asked

Does the NU-X Brownie come with a power supply?

No, a power supply is not included. You need a 9V centre negative DC supply with at least 75mA current draw. The compatible unit is part 173.290UK.

What kind of distortion does the Brownie produce?

It aims for classic British rock tones from the 1970s, using a hybrid circuit that reproduces pre-amp and power tube distortion with a warm, organic character.

What controls does the pedal have?

Three rotary controls for gain, level and tone. The tone control uses a low-pass filter to simulate the Variac effect for rounding off your high-end response.

Is the Brownie true bypass?

Yes. It uses a high quality TPDP mechanical footswitch for a true bypass path, so your signal stays clear when the pedal is off.

Can I see the settings on a dark stage?

Yes. The knobs are luminous glow-knobs, so you can read your gain, level and tone settings in low-light or dark-stage conditions.

What is the chassis made of?

The chassis is a strong, lightweight aluminium die-cast enclosure.

Shipping & Returns

Delivery UK delivery is £14.99, and delivery is free on all orders of £99 or more, in the UK and internationally.

Returns If you change your mind, you have 14 days from delivery to tell us, and a further 14 days to send the goods back. Return postage for a change-of-mind return is paid by you. Change-of-mind returns are subject to an inspection and handling deduction. See our full returns policy.

To arrange a return, call us on 020 8149 5199 or use our contact page.

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    Description

    Shopping for a British distortion pedal? The NU-X NDS-2 Brownie packs the classic British rock tones of the 1970s into one small box. It uses a hybrid of circuits to reproduce warm, organic pre-amp and power tube distortion characteristics. The specially designed BJT input stage causes the signal to break up when the preamp tube starts to distort, giving you that familiar valve-driven feel.

    The Brownie has an asymmetrical clipping circuit that simulates some of the behaviour of a real tube amplifier, and it keeps the bottom-end tight by processing bass frequencies that can get muddy when distorted. A low-pass tone control filter recreates the Variac effect, lowering the effective voltage going into the amp to round off your tone. The tone control is focused but gives you plenty of room to dial in the high-end response. The power clipping circuit uses a modern low-noise op-amp and two red LEDs to create symmetrical clipping that distorts both halves of the signal for a smooth sound.

    Controls are simple rotary gain, level and tone knobs, with luminous glow-knobs so you can read your settings on a dark stage. The true bypass circuit uses a high quality TPDP mechanical footswitch (foot-switch) for clear signal when the pedal is off. The chassis is a strong, lightweight aluminium die-cast build. The Brownie needs a 9V centre negative DC power supply with 75mA current draw, which is not supplied. The compatible power supply is part 173.290UK.

    Specification
    Voltage 9
    Type Guitar
    Model NDS-2
    Downloads

    Product Manual

    Frequently Asked

    Does the NU-X Brownie come with a power supply?

    No, a power supply is not included. You need a 9V centre negative DC supply with at least 75mA current draw. The compatible unit is part 173.290UK.

    What kind of distortion does the Brownie produce?

    It aims for classic British rock tones from the 1970s, using a hybrid circuit that reproduces pre-amp and power tube distortion with a warm, organic character.

    What controls does the pedal have?

    Three rotary controls for gain, level and tone. The tone control uses a low-pass filter to simulate the Variac effect for rounding off your high-end response.

    Is the Brownie true bypass?

    Yes. It uses a high quality TPDP mechanical footswitch for a true bypass path, so your signal stays clear when the pedal is off.

    Can I see the settings on a dark stage?

    Yes. The knobs are luminous glow-knobs, so you can read your gain, level and tone settings in low-light or dark-stage conditions.

    What is the chassis made of?

    The chassis is a strong, lightweight aluminium die-cast enclosure.

    Shipping & Returns

    Delivery UK delivery is £14.99, and delivery is free on all orders of £99 or more, in the UK and internationally.

    Returns If you change your mind, you have 14 days from delivery to tell us, and a further 14 days to send the goods back. Return postage for a change-of-mind return is paid by you. Change-of-mind returns are subject to an inspection and handling deduction. See our full returns policy.

    To arrange a return, call us on 020 8149 5199 or use our contact page.