Dan Drive Tweedy 5E8-A

Tweedy 5E8-A

£399.00

Highlights

• Overdrive pedal capturing the vintage Tweed Twin of the 5E8-A circuit
• Delivers dynamic Tweed overdrive with rich mids, firm lows, airy highs, and touch sensitive response
• Feels dynamic and responsive, with natural compression, rich sag, and tight yet smooth overdrive
• Level, Gain, and Presence controls shape dynamic overdrive, clarity, and harmonic richness for versatile tones
• Circuit replicates the dynamic response of a low powered Tweed Twin for tight, clear tones
• Uses high quality components for improved signal flow, clarity, and depth
• Uses larger copper traces enhance tonal clarity and articulation
• Hand built circuit with high quality components for reliable performance, enhanced clarity, and rich tonal response
• Hand applied and lacquered tweed cover, durable metal enclosure, and stylish front plate
• Retro jewel LED light clearly shows pedal engagement, ensuring visibility even on dimly lit stages
• True bypass ensures a clean, uncoloured signal with no tonal degradation when the pedal is off
• Top mounted jacks and DC input simplify pedalboard organisation and easy power connection
• Limited lifetime warranty ensures long term reliability and peace of mind

Description

The DanDrive Tweedy 5E8-A captures the soul of a vintage 5E8-A Tweed Twin, delivering the unmistakable warmth, grit, and dynamic response of a classic 1950s amp in a compact pedal. Whether pushing a clean amp into rich saturation or adding that unmistakable Tweed breakup to an already driven tone, it brings authentic vintage character to any setup.

Plug into the DanDrive Tweedy 5E8-A, and the first thing you'll notice is the thick, organic midrange and natural valve like compression. The DanDrive Tweedy 5E8-A offers slightly more headroom than its 5B3 sibling, keeping notes tight and clear without sacrificing that raw, dynamic overdrive. The top end remains open and airy, letting chords breathe and single notes sing with a touch sensitive response that reacts beautifully to playing dynamics. Just like the original 5E8-A, the DanDrive Tweedy 5E8-A delivers a lively, harmonically rich sound with an unmistakable growl when pushed. The full bodied low end stays firm, never flabby, while the upper mids and treble chime with a sweet, slightly ragged edge that defines classic Tweed tone.

It feels like playing a well loved vintage amp, responsive, rich, and full of character. The interaction between the Level, Drive, and Preamp Gain controls allows players to dial in everything from edge of breakup sweetness to full bodied saturation. It rewards expressive playing, rolling back the guitar volume cleans things up naturally, while digging in produces that unmistakable Tweed grit. The sag and bloom that make the original 5E8-A so beloved are faithfully recreated, giving every note a sense of movement and depth.

Designed for intuitive control, the DanDrive Tweedy 5E8-A features a simple layout that makes it easy to shape the perfect tone. The Level control adjusts output volume, Drive determines the amount of overdrive, and the Preamp Gain knob adds extra bite and saturation, giving access to a range of textures from subtle warmth to rich, harmonically complex overdrive.

Under the hood, the DanDrive Tweedy 5E8-A’s circuit replicates the balanced, dynamic response of a low powered Tweed Twin, offering a tighter bass response and less flubby gain than older Tweed circuits. It retains clarity, even at higher gain settings, making it versatile for anything from bluesy cleans to saturated rock tones. Built with high quality, full size components, the DanDrive Tweedy 5E8-A delivers superior tone and reliability, ensuring a rich and dynamic playing experience.

High quality capacitors and resistors have been carefully selected to achieve an authentic Tweed response, capturing the nuances and organic feel of a vintage amp. The circuit also features larger copper traces for improved signal flow and enhanced tonal clarity, allowing every note to ring out with depth and articulation. The physically larger components used in the DanDrive Tweedy 5E8-A contribute to a fuller, more harmonically rich sound that responds beautifully to touch and playing dynamics.

Built to last, the DanDrive Tweedy 5E8-A is housed in a sturdy, all metal enclosure with a lacquered tweed cloth covering that nods to the golden era of amplifiers. The rugged construction ensures it can withstand the demands of the road while maintaining its vintage inspired aesthetic.

The striking jewel amp light adds to its classic look, doubling as a power indicator that makes it easy to see when the pedal is engaged, even on dimly lit stages. True bypass switching ensures that when the DanDrive Tweedy 5E8-A is off, your signal remains pure and uncoloured, preserving the integrity of your tone.

Top mounted jacks keep cable management neat and pedalboard friendly, with both the input/output and 9V DC power jack positioned for easy access. The DanDrive Tweedy 5E8-A runs on a standard 9V power supply, making it an effortless addition to any setup.

Handmade in Germany using high quality components, the DanDrive Tweedy 5E8-A is a true tribute to the golden era of amplifiers. Whether chasing vintage blues tones, classic rock textures, or that unmistakable Tweed sag, this pedal delivers. A rare find with a tone that speaks for itself.

Controls

• L (LEVEL): Sets the overall output, giving full control over volume and pedal presence
• G (GAIN): Shapes the distortion, adding dynamic grit and rich harmonic textures
• P (PRESENCE): Brightens and refines high frequencies for a crisp, well defined top end

Components and Technical Specifications

• High quality, full size components ensure superior tone, reliability, and long term performance
• Premium capacitors and resistors chosen for authentic Tweed amp response and feel
• Larger copper traces improve signal flow for enhanced tone clarity and articulation
• Built with physically larger components for a richer, more dynamic sound
• 9V centre negative compatibility
• Battery operation is not supported
• Current Consumption meter readings (mA) by Truetone:
  • 16 mA bypass
  • 17 mA engaged

Enclosure Dimensions

• Depth: 125 mm / 4.9 in
• Width: 67 mm / 2.6 in
• Height : 40 mm / 1.5 in

Weight

• 297 g
• 0.65 lbs

Official UK Dealers

FX Pedal Planet Limited and FX Pedal Planet Online Store proudly serve as official UK dealers for Dan Drive effects pedals. If we do not have the specific Dan Drive pedal you are looking for, please reach out to us via the contacts page, and will order it on our next stock order for you at the best price and customer service.

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