Ibanez Tube Screamer TS808
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Essential Information About the Ibanez TS808 Tube Screamer Pedal
Essential Information About the Ibanez TS808 Tube Screamer Pedal
- Legendary overdrive with a warm tone, ideal for thickening a clean sound or pushing a tube amp.
- Faithful reissue with an analog circuit and JRC4558D chip, to capture the authentic "TS808" character.
- Simple and effective controls: Overdrive, Tone, Level to go from a smooth boost to creamy overdrive.
- Robust and universal pedalboard format, easy to integrate into any effects chain.
Manufacturer Information
Ibanez
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An Overdrive Legend: The Tube Screamer DNA, TS808 Version
The Tube Screamer is one of the most recorded and copied pedals in guitar history. The TS808 holds a special place in the Ibanez family: it is the quintessential "vintage" flavor, known for its smooth overdrive and singing mids. This reissue brings back the original spirit: analog components, organic response, and the famous JRC4558D chip that contributes to the musical compression feel and sustain.Who It's For and Which Styles the TS808 Excels In
The TS808 is suitable for both beginners and experienced guitarists because it immediately enhances the feel under the fingers. In blues and rock, it adds body and cohesion for leads. In hard rock and even metal, it is formidable ahead of distortion or a saturated channel: it tightens the low end and emphasizes the attack for more precise riffs. In the studio or live, it remains a reliable choice for shaping a sound without getting lost in complex settings.Controls, Settings, and Pedalboard Integration
Ibanez retains the classic ergonomics that made the series successful: Overdrive adjusts gain and compression, Tone controls brightness and presence (perfect for taming a dark guitar or mellowing a bright one), and Level manages output volume for use as a main overdrive or boost. Its buffered bypass helps preserve the signal over long cable runs, a feature appreciated in stage setups.Sound
The TS808 is renowned for its creamy tone, emphasized mids, and very musical dynamics. It respects the character of the guitar and amp while adding a slight typical coloration, ideal for making a solo stand out in a mix. Depending on the settings, it ranges from a tight, percussive boost to a warm overdrive with natural sustain. It's a classic sound heard from guitarists associated with blues and rock tones, notably in the spirit of Stevie Ray Vaughan or John Mayer.Technical specifications
| Effects | Overdrive | Type | sector |
| Format | Pedal | Use | electric guitar |
| EQ | Tone | Color | Green |
| Controls | Overdrive, Tone, Level | Adapter | use only DC 9V center-negative |
| Circuit | analog | Required voltage | 9V DC (center-negative) |
| Chip | JRC4558D IC | Required current | 8 mA |
| Power | 9V battery (type 006P) or external power adapter | ||
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Customer reviews
What customers say
Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews
Legendary overdrive pedal praised for its warm, creamy tone. Customers said it delivers "unique warmth" and is "indispensable for blues rock." Highly rated for quality and simplicity. Works excellently with tube amps and Stratocasters. Compared favorably to other pedals, with shoppers noting superior sound characteristics.
Review highlights
- “Legendary pedal, a sound of unique warmth, a gem to have on your pedalboard”
- “It's creamy, smooth but quickly fierce if you push it - each note rings out without noise”
- “Pleasantly surprised by the quality of this pedal - a delight!”
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Before I had a TS9 and I found THE ideal sound! Tired of the tech race? Yes, so I took a Marshall Class 5 with the only effect, this TS808 and then, my 2005 US Strat said thank you! It's creamy, soft but quickly raging if you insist, you can hear every note blowing, but without breath, it's great... Attention, tested with a good guitar and a class A amp... in short, happiness!
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Simply mythical. Good reissue, with a fuzz in addition to the assured Vaughannien sound (and a good strat of course). I had a Boss Blues, I exchanged it for this one and I don't regret anything.
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excellent reissue of the original. I use this pedal to warm up a tube amp. Perfect sound to pair with any channel, it gives a pleasant grain, it responds well I recommend
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Pleasantly surprised by the quality of this pedal. I personally coupled an Eagletone compressor, the screamer tube and a Fulltone OCD in order... a delight!
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Excellent overdrive, retro style. I am not ready to part with it, essential for blues rock.
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Questions frequently asked
What power supply should be used with the Ibanez Tube Screamer TS808?
This pedal operates with a 9 V 006P type battery or an external 9 V DC power adapter with a negative center. Its current consumption is 8 mA.
Can the TS808 be used as a boost in front of a saturated amp?
The Level control allows it to be used as a boost before a saturated channel or distortion. The low end tightens up, and the attack gains precision for riffs.
What sound does the JRC4558D chip produce?
The JRC4558D contributes to musical compression and natural sustain. The analog circuit emphasizes the midrange with a creamy tone.
What controls are available on this overdrive?
Three controls are available: Overdrive for gain and compression, Tone for brightness, and Level for output volume.
Is the buffered bypass suitable for a pedalboard with long cables?
The buffered bypass helps preserve the signal when cable lengths are long. This setup is recommended for stage installations.
