Revv Chatbreaker

Chatbreaker

£199.00

Highlights

• Compact analogue overdrive inspired by vintage Bluesbreaker tone, updated for modern rigs
• From warm light breakup to gritty rock crunch, dynamic and expressive tone range
• Responds to your pick attack and touch, letting you shape the drive naturally
• Simple Drive, Level and Tone controls deliver intuitive, hands on tone sculpting
• All analogue signal path with true bypass ensures clarity and full signal integrity
• Canadian manufactured limited run with quality components and assurance of reliability
• Rugged metal casing built for stage and rehearsal rig demands
• Stylish “A.I.” themed graphics and clean layout that fit any pedalboard aesthetic
• Bright LED lets you confirm effect status at a glance during live use
• True bypass switching preserves your clean tone when the effect is off
• Fully analogue design, no digital processing, just pure overdrive character
• Top mounted input/output jacks for neat pedalboard wiring and easy integration
• Backed by a solid manufacturer warranty for long-term peace of mind

Description

The Revv Chatbreaker overdrive pedal is a compact, all analogue stompbox designed for players who want pure tone, intuitive control, and rock solid reliability. Inspired by the classic Bluesbreaker circuit, it brings low to medium gain overdrive into a smaller, pedalboard friendly format. Created through an experimental collaboration between human engineering and AI design, it blends tradition with a modern twist. From the moment it’s on your board, the Revv Chatbreaker overdrive pedal feels like a natural part of your rig, simple to use, yet full of character and musicality.

Plug it in and the sound speaks for itself. The Revv Chatbreaker delivers that unmistakable British style breakup: a warm, touch sensitive crunch that responds beautifully to pick dynamics. Notes retain clarity and body, chords remain articulate, and there’s a gentle harmonic richness that sits comfortably in a mix. Turn up the Drive and you move from light breakup to gritty, hard edged distortion that’s perfect for classic rock rhythms or expressive lead tones. The Tone control lets you balance the brightness or smooth out the high end, making it easy to match with different guitars and amps. It’s the sort of overdrive that adds depth without smothering your core sound, warm but clear, rich but controlled.

Playing through the Revv Chatbreaker feels responsive and organic. Every pick nuance comes through, from soft touch to heavy attack, giving a real sense of connection between your hands, your guitar, and your amp. The footswitch engages with a confident click, and the true bypass circuitry ensures your clean tone remains completely untouched when the pedal is off. Its compact enclosure and top mounted jacks make it practical for live setups and neat pedalboard layouts, while the tactile control knobs are easy to adjust mid performance. It’s a pedal that feels as good to use as it sounds.

The Revv Chatbreaker’s control layout keeps things straightforward. Drive adjusts the gain, giving everything from edge of breakup chime to thick rock drive. Level balances or boosts your output volume, while Tone shapes the overall EQ, allowing you to fine tune warmth or presence. Each control interacts smoothly with the others, offering a wide range of tonal possibilities without overcomplicating the process.

At its heart, the Revv Chatbreaker features an all analogue signal path built on a refined take of the original Bluesbreaker circuit. While the concept was initially generated with AI input, Revv’s engineers re designed and perfected it by hand to ensure a functional, musical result. The outcome is an overdrive with the natural warmth of analogue circuitry and the enhanced clarity of modern engineering. The true bypass switch keeps the circuit completely transparent when disengaged, preserving the purity of your signal chain.

The solid all metal enclosure is built for the rigours of stage and studio life. Compact but sturdy, it’s designed to withstand years of stomping and travel. The top mounted input, output, and DC jacks keep your setup tidy and make it easier to fit alongside other pedals. The finish features a unique “A.I.” inspired graphic that reflects its origin story while maintaining a clean, professional look. Everything about its design feels deliberate, from the durable casing to the clear labelling and no nonsense layout.

A bright LED indicator confirms when the pedal is active, making it easy to see your status on a dimly lit stage. The bypass system ensures total transparency when disengaged, so your tone stays intact whether the effect is on or off. Power is supplied via a standard 9 V DC centre negative connection (minimum 18 mA), so it integrates effortlessly with most pedalboard power systems.

Revv backs the Chatbreaker with a two year limited warranty, a reassuring sign of its build quality and reliability. For a pedal this compact and versatile, it offers exceptional peace of mind for gigging and recording musicians alike.

In essence, the Revv Chatbreaker overdrive pedal brings classic tone and modern usability together in one smart package. It’s an expressive, dynamic overdrive that responds to your touch, keeps your tone intact, and feels natural underfoot. Whether you’re chasing vintage breakup, tight rock crunch, or a responsive boost for solos, the Revv Chatbreaker delivers the kind of sound and feel that inspire you to keep playing. Built to last and designed to perform, it’s a genuine all rounder that earns its place on any serious pedalboard.

Controls

• FOOTSWITCH: Instantly engage or bypass the effect, giving audible clarity between clean and driven tone
• DRIVE: Turn up the gain to shift from gentle breakup to thick rock crunch
• LEVEL: Adjust your output volume so your drive blends or pushes the front of your rig
• TONE: Shape the EQ with ease, brighten single notes or smooth chord voicings

Components and Technical Specifications

• All analogue signal path delivers rich harmonic character and maintains natural amp like response
• High quality resistors and capacitors ensure tonal clarity and low noise across the gain range
• True bypass switching preserves your clean tone and ensures zero signal loss when bypassed
• Input and output impedance tuned for optimal interaction with other pedals in your chain
• Noise floor kept exceptionally low for a quiet, professional sound even at high gain levels
• Powered by standard 9V centre negative supply
• Battery operation not supported
• Current draw measured with Truetone 1Spot mA Meter:
• Bypass: Approximately 8 mA
• Engaged (maximum): Approximately 10 mA

Current draw may vary slightly depending on control settings, circuit behaviour, and active features such as gain stages, modulation, filtering, or reverb tails. For best performance, use a high quality isolated power supply that matches the pedal’s current requirements. Always refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations, as incorrect powering may cause damage.

Enclosure Dimensions

• Depth: 111 mm / 4.3 in
• Width: 67 mm / 2.6 in
• Height: 35 mm / 1.3 in

Weight

• 228 g
• 0.50 lbs

Official UK Dealers

FX Pedal Planet Limited and FX Pedal Planet Online Store proudly serve as UK dealers for Revv Amplification. If we do not have the specific Revv Ampliciation product 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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UK Deliveries

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