Nux DRIVE CORE DELUXE MK2
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Essential Information About the NUX Drive Core Deluxe Mk2 Pedal
Essential Information About the NUX Drive Core Deluxe Mk2 Pedal
- 8 analog overdrive circuits combined in a single unit, allowing you to switch from a "Texas Blues" tone to tighter "Nashville" drives in one move.
- Ultra-intuitive rotary selector: choose the character of the drive, then adjust like a classic overdrive.
- Footswitch-activated Post Boost (long press): up to +7 dB to stand out in solos without adding a separate boost pedal.
- Relay switching and true bypass: clean switching designed to preserve dynamics and output level.
Manufacturer Information
Nux
https://www.nuxaudio.com
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A Modern Overdrive in the Spirit of Classic "Green Drive" Pedals
The Drive Core Deluxe Mk2 follows the tradition of "mid-focused" overdrives that have shaped blues and rock, with a more versatile approach: instead of a single voicing, NUX offers 8 variations of TS-style circuits. The result: the feel under your fingers remains organic and analog, but you can tailor the tone (softer, more biting, tighter) depending on your guitar, amp, and style.
Who Is It For, and What Styles?
This guitar effects pedal is suitable for both beginner guitarists seeking a simple and effective overdrive, and experienced musicians looking for multiple drive signatures in one compact format. It excels in blues, rock, country, pop, and modern rock, both in studio and live settings. On a pedalboard, it can serve as a primary drive (rhythm) or as a boost to push an already warm crunch channel.
Technical specifications
| Effects | Boost, Overdrive | EQ | Tone |
| Technology | Analog & Digital | Type | sector |
| Format | Pedal | Use | pedalboard, electric guitar |
| True bypass | Yes | Color | Green |
| Mode selection | switching via rotary selector | Power input | DC, 5.5 x 2.1 mm connector, center-negative polarity |
| Switching | via relay | Input impedance | 500 kOhms |
| Bypass | true bypass | Output impedance | 820 Ohms |
| Settings | Level, Tone, Drive | Dimensions | 122 x 72 x 47 mm |
| Mode selector | rotary, 8 positions | Weight | 270 g |
| Post Boost | can be enabled / disabled by pressing and holding the footswitch | Included accessories | user documentation, warranty card, NUX sticker |
| Post Boost gain | up to +7 dB | Required power supply | 9V DC (center negative) |
| Audio input | 6.35 mm jack | Power consumption | 35 mA |
| Audio output | 6.35 mm jack | ||
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Questions frequently asked
What tones do the 8 circuits of the Nux Drive Core Deluxe Mk2 offer?
The rotary selector provides access to 8 TS-style circuits. The settings range from creamy tones suitable for blues and classic rock to tighter textures that maintain chord definition. The signal path is claimed to be 100% analog.
Does the Post Boost provide enough volume for solos?
Holding down the footswitch activates or deactivates the Post Boost, delivering up to 7 dB of level boost to make leads stand out.
Can it be used as a boost in front of an already crunchy amp?
This pedal can push an already warm crunch channel thanks to its Level control and Post Boost. The Drive allows saturation adjustment without altering the amp's base setting. The output impedance is 820 ohms.
What power supply is required for this NUX pedal?
The required power supply is 9 V DC with a negative center, consuming 35 mA. Battery operation is not specified.
What are the dimensions of the Drive Core Deluxe Mk2?
Measuring 122 x 72 x 47 mm and weighing 270 g, this size fits easily on a pedalboard. The input impedance of 500 kOhms is suitable for use with guitar.
