Java Boost

The Java Boost is a boost for your overdriven or distorted amp, using two control knobs (level, tone) and one three way control tone switch.

The level control uses a rare Mullard OC44 transistor at the heart of the Java Boost’s circuit, that naturally distorts quickly, rendering it unsuitable as a pure clean boost. While the boost is extremely transparent and responsive to pick dynamics, it’s better described as an overdrive, blending its own distortion with your amp’s gain structure.

The tone control is simply a low-pass filter that removes upper guitar frequencies. The unit will sound most like the original late sixties treble booster when dialed fully clockwise. Turning it counterclockwise will reduce the highs. This may be helpful when playing through bridge pickups or bright equipment. I actually prefer it in the full up “stock” position, but the addition of this control to the classic circuit makes it possible for the unit to mate perfectly with any style or rig.

Underneath the Tone Control is the 3-way Tone Switch, providing you with the incredible boost characteristics of three classic pedals in one silver box. From the treble –boosted tone of Dick Dale’s surfin’ safari to Clapton’s mid-heavy “Layla” and the full-range assault of Sabbath’s “War Pigs”, this switch makes all the great pushed tones possible.