CopperSound Strategy V2 Overdrive - Olympic White, White Guard

A modern "preamp/drive" approach in the spirit of the Pickguard Series

The Strategy V2 fits within the philosophy of op-amp preamp/boost pedals designed to become the gravitational center of a rig: a high-quality gain stage capable of staying engaged permanently and enhancing the response of the amp as well as other effects. Here, Coppersound relies on a Burr Brown op-amp, appreciated for its clean reproduction and dynamic feel, to maintain a clear and usable signal even when pushed.
In terms of looks, this Olympic White - White Guard version embraces the brand's very guitar-centric identity: an aesthetic inspired by "pickguard" codes, for a boutique pedal that embraces both style and sound.

Who is the Strategy V2 for?

The Strategy V2 suits both intermediate guitarists and demanding musicians looking for a solid and reproducible sonic foundation. In blues and rock, it serves as an expressive boost to make an amp already on the edge of breakup sing. In pop, country, or indie, it functions as an "always-on" pedal to refine attack, thicken mids, and better sit in the mix.
It is also very relevant in live setups (solos that stand out thanks to the momentary mode) and in studio (precise gain, fine EQ, low noise). On a pedalboard, it can be placed early in the chain to serve as a foundation or just before the amp to "drive" the input stage in a controlled way.

Controls, modes, and bypass: designed for playing, not menus

The Strategy V2 offers straightforward use: you select the channel (Preamp or Overdrive) and adjust gain level and EQ to get exactly the amount of warmth and attack you want. In Preamp mode, the level control ranges from unity to a very strong boost, perfect for beefing up a clean tone or triggering a natural amp breakup. In Overdrive mode, you move from a warm, subtle grit to a more biting saturation while maintaining definition.
The Smart Bypass is a real asset in practical use: a short press engages the pedal like a classic true bypass, while a held press activates a convenient momentary mode for a lick, a pickup, or a chorus build-up. If you prefer strictly traditional operation, an internal DIP switch allows disabling the momentary option. Finally, built-in protection automatically returns the signal to bypass in case of power failure, securing your set.

The sound

The Strategy V2 aims for a fat, articulate, and highly responsive playing character : it respects right-hand nuances, guitar volume, and amp response. In preamp mode, you get a solid clean boost that can remain transparent or push the amp toward an organic, broader overdrive. In overdrive, the saturation stays precise, with a grain sensation integrated into the amp rather than a distortion "layered on top."
The EQ offers a useful range to go from a thicker, darker sound to a more incisive brightness, helping adapt the pedal to amps already rich in highs or, conversely, to wake up a darker backline. To date, publicly documented artist use around this model remains discreet, but its design and behavior make it an obvious candidate for guitarists seeking a premium "always on" and instant solo boost.

Technical specifications

Category	electric preamp	EQ	Tone
Format	Pedal	Headphone output	No
Effects loop	No	Color	White

Finish	Olympic White with White Guard	Output impedance	10K
Smart Bypass system	relay true bypass	Dimensions (including hardware)	4.7 x 4.1 x 2.25 inches (approx. 119 x 104 x 57 mm )
Selectable operation	on/off activation or momentary (held press)	Required power supply	9V to 18V DC
Safety	automatic return to bypass in case of power failure	Consumption	40 mA (at 9V or 18V)
Input impedance	1M	Polarity	center negative