JOYODistortion Pedal High-Gain Dist Simulates Driven Tube Amplifier for Electric Guitar Effect - True Bypass (US Dream JF-34)

I bought these because I have a low-output gold-foil pickup that I love installed in my acoustic. It sounds fantastic, but unless the amp I was using was a real powerhouse, it was difficult to cut through.The GOOD: For a very reasonable cost, this pedal boosts the volume, but it doesn't seem to add much (if anything) noise-wise. I've used it with both a good quality AC adapter and 9v batteries- same. Controls are simple and intuitive; one simple gain knob and a foot switch to turn it on and off. AND, although it provides a generous boost (up to 35db according to manufacturer), it doesn't seem to burn through batteries. When it's off, it adds nothing I can hear to the signal, it's just a clean bypass.The BAD: I really can't find any OTHER THAN the fact that you need a screwdriver to change the battery. This would be a real drag if the battery died onstage. If you are using an AC adapter, not an issue at all.BOTTOM LINE: Although battery changes are harder than they should be, for basically no money, this pedal gives a good boost with little or no noise. And when it's off, it is dead silent, allowing the un-boosted signal to pass right through. Can't ask for much more than that.

I have had other Joyo pedals before. I was just looking for a simple pedal for a very subtle chorus effect --- and this one has it! I keep the 2 knobs at 9 o'clock. Perfect. You barely know the effect is there. I love this pedal and Joyo's line of products.

This OD has plenty of gain on tap and sounds transparent. It’s more grainy than an ODR1 and responds so well to dynamics. It rocks with a tele and is totally worth it.

Smoother and softer and not as harsh as a digital delay, works best on power adapter.Used it for three gigs so far and do like it.Good price point.

Just boosts the volume, no change in tone. Exactly what I was looking for. Perfect for a weak passive pick up on my acoustic instrument. I like that you can also power it with a battery

Changed my tone way too much. Sent it back.

This is a good basic boost pedal. I realized that I can use some of my overdrive pedals as a boost pedal. Price is right as well. If you don't care about others knowing you have JOYO on your pedal board then buy it.

The switch feels cheap but the pedal sounds really good. I rate the sound 5 stars the switch works but not sure how durable it is.