The Electro-Harmonix Crayon 69 Full-Range Overdrive Pedal is a versatile analog-style guitar overdrive designed to deliver everything from a subtle boost to gritty, saturated distortion. Its main distinguishing feature is its independent Bass and Treble controls, which let you shape the overall tone more flexibly than many traditional mid-focused overdrive pedals.
What does it sound like?
The Crayon has a full-bodied, warm, open sound with plenty of tonal flexibility.
Low gain: Adds a little grit and character while retaining much of your guitar's natural sound.
Classic rock: Produces a crunchy, punchy drive suitable for blues-rock riffs and power chords.
Bright and biting: Increase the Treble to give darker pickups or a neck pickup more presence.
Thick and warm: Increase the Bass for a fuller sound, especially with thinner-sounding single-coil pickups.
Higher gain: Delivers a denser, more saturated distortion for heavier rock leads and rhythm playing.
Unlike an overdrive that emphasizes the midrange by design, the Crayon lets you adjust the bass and treble independently, making it easier to tailor the sound to your guitar and amplifier.
