J. Rockett Audio DesignsTouch Overdrive Pedal

Really nice, underrated pedal that can do light overdrive all the way to hard rock level power. I own the Rockett Archer as well, and side by side, this pedal is more dynamic and natural sounding. That’s impressive considering the Archer and the Klon it’s based on are considered the best overdrives on the market. This thing is small in size, built like a TANK, and priced less than pedals that sound worse. It’s also made in the USA. Can’t recommend this pedal enough.

This little -- and I do mean LITTLE -- pedal packs a lot of sing, sting and zing. As soon as it arrived, I plugged it in and was impressed, especially with the gain dialed past noon. Playing with a lighter touch and dialing back the volume on my Strat (with twin-blade DiMarzios), the Touch still had plenty of presence. Going back to full volume and digging in made it really sing. Adding a Keeley White Sands in clean (boost) mode gave the sound an almost violin-like voice. Now I understand why Dan & Mick on That Pedal Show are so smitten with this little kitten: it's a great overdrive in the one Benjamin range.