
Donner Overdrive Guitar Pedal
- 9 volts at 8 mA, adapter power source
- Warm and Hot modes on one pedal
- True bypass, stated in the title
- Analog vintage tube overdrive voice
- 1/4 inch audio input and output connection
- 2-year warranty from the manufacturer
Last refreshed Oct 2, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact analog overdrive with two voicings and true bypass for guitarists chasing a vintage drive sound. Its power source is listed as an adapter, but no adapter appears in the box contents.
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ASIN: B00GROJWAWModel: 612306258629Category: Distortion & Overdrive
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Overview
On a crowded pedalboard, the Blues Drive is an analog overdrive with Warm and Hot modes and a vintage tube overdrive voice. Standard audio jacks carry the signal, and the pedal is controlled by knobs.
The reason to buy is a simple knob-controlled overdrive with a switchable warm or hot character that drops onto a board without fuss. The limit is detail: the listing does not name the knobs or the gain range, and a power adapter is not among the included items.
Who it's for
A blues or classic rock guitarist who wants one overdrive covering a warmer and a hotter setting. Players who need a clean boost, a stated control count or a bundled power supply should check other listings.
Pros and cons
- Warm and Hot voicing modes
- True bypass noted in the title
- Analog signal path
- Two-year manufacturer warranty
- Power adapter not among included items
- Individual controls not itemized
- Overdrive only, no other effects
Performance notes
An analog overdrive circuit colors the signal as it passes through, and the listing frames the voice as vintage tube overdrive. The two modes change how hard the circuit is pushed, from warm to hot, though the listing gives no gain figures. With true bypass, per the title, the dry signal goes around the circuit when the pedal is off.
Specifications
| Brand | Donner |
|---|---|
| Model | 612306258629 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 4.7 x 2.6 x 6.6 inches |
| Weight | 0.02 kg |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Amperage | 8 milliamps |
| Power Source | Adapter |
| Voltage | 9 volts |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Hardware Interface | 1/4-inch Audio |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Pedal and user's manual |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 year manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Knob |
| Signal Format | Analog |
| Style | Overdrive |
| Sound Profile | Vintage Tube Overdrive |
| Modes | Hot, Warm |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Donner Blues Drive a distortion pedal or a boost?
The listing sells it as an overdrive with Warm and Hot modes, and the effect type is listed as overdrive. It is not described as a clean boost or a multi-effects unit.
What power does the Donner Blues Drive need?
It is listed at 9 volts and 8 milliamps with an adapter as the power source. The included items are the pedal and a user's manual only, so the power supply is a separate purchase.
Does the Blues Drive have true bypass?
The title states true bypass, so the dry signal is not routed through the circuit when the pedal is switched off.