The 1981 Inventions DRV is a uniquely designed distortion pedal offering both distortion and preamp boost circuits, running at 18v for a wide range of tones. This pedal, created in collaboration with Jon Ashley of Bondi Effects, provides a unique sound with a focus on vintage-style subtlety, especially in its lower gain settings. It features a steel enclosure, quality components, and a soft-touch switching system. The DRV is designed to capture a variety of sounds with a warm, thick tone and a midrange punch, making it an essential tool for guitarists.
Guitarists praise the 1981 Inventions DRV for its ability to maintain a tight bottom end and sparkling highs, especially with humbuckers, even at low-mid gain settings.