Wampler Belle Overdrive 4-stars Reviews

Excellent version of ODR-1

I’ve already went through 4 different versions of this circuit, and the bass knob makes this one the most versatile. In my opinion this is a must for this great circuit. I’m only giving 4 stars because of the mini format.

A change from TubeScreamers

I was looking for an alternative to TubeScreamer type overdrive and tried a Nobels ODR-Mini but did not like like it. No mid-range boost but much too heavy on the bass and no way to dial that down.

But it did lead me to this Wampler Belle Overdrive. It is inspired by the Nobels ODR-1, which is apparently a hot favourite with Nashville studio musicians.

It is early days yet, so this review will get edited once this pedal has been on stage a few times, but so far, it is a welcome change from the ubiquitous Tubescreamer sound.