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product_id: 60334819
title: "TC Electronic TUBE PILOT OVERDRIVE 12AX7-Equipped Real Tube Overdrive Pedal with Warm and Expressive Sound"
brand: "tc electronic"
price: "631.81 DT"
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# 12AX7 real tube for authentic warm overdrive True bypass for pure signal integrity 400mA power draw for robust performance TC Electronic TUBE PILOT OVERDRIVE 12AX7-Equipped Real Tube Overdrive Pedal with Warm and Expressive Sound

**Brand:** tc electronic
**Price:** 631.81 DT
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎛️ Unlock the warm tube magic your rig’s been craving!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** TC Electronic TUBE PILOT OVERDRIVE 12AX7-Equipped Real Tube Overdrive Pedal with Warm and Expressive Sound by tc electronic
- **How much does it cost?** 631.81 DT with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- tc electronic enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tc electronic brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Pure Signal Path:** True bypass circuitry ensures your guitar’s natural tone stays pristine when off.
- • **Tube-Driven Warmth:** Experience organic, dynamic overdrive tones that respond to your every pick.
- • **Compact & Stage-Ready:** Sleek 5.2 x 2.9 x 2.3 cm footprint fits seamlessly on any pedalboard.
- • **Customizable Tube Swap:** Easily upgrade or tweak your tone by swapping the 12AX7 tube to match your signature sound.
- • **Power-Packed Performance:** Requires a solid 400mA power supply to unleash full tonal potential without compromise.

## Overview

The TC Electronic Tube Pilot Overdrive pedal features a genuine 12AX7 tube-driven preamp delivering warm, expressive analog overdrive tones. With true bypass and a compact design, it offers dynamic touch sensitivity and low noise, requiring a 400mA power supply for optimal performance. Perfect for players seeking authentic tube warmth and versatile tonal shaping through tube swaps.

## Description

Buy TC Electronic TUBE PILOT OVERDRIVE 12AX7-Equipped Real Tube Overdrive Pedal with Warm and Expressive Sound. Free delivery and returns on eligible orders.

Review: Much closer to a Tube Driver than other reviews led me to believe (once you change the valve) - I read the reviews and knew that the stock valve -- a Bugera AX7 in mine -- wasn't great. I also read that, although it is clearly a B.K. Butler Tube Driver wannabe, it didn't hit those tones. But for £60 delivered, I took a punt on it. As expected, the stock performance was pretty awful. Way too much gain under 12 o'clock and a fairly unpleasant break-up. So I did what I had planned to do all along and replaced the valve with a high quality £20 JJ Tesla 6072A/12AY7 (which has approx. half the gain of an AX7). In short, it's actually one hell of a pedal. I don't have a Tube Driver, but I was able to dial in my Helix's "Valve Driver" (Tube Driver) model to sound very close to the Tube Pilot + JJ 12AY7, so it's actually really similar. In absolute terms, set up correctly with a high headroom clean amp, there's masses of touch sensitivity and dynamics. Running the gain at half past one on the dial, and with my Strat's neck pickup into a Helix Hiwatt model or my Hamstead Artist 20, I am getting very credible Gilmour Shine On tones. At £80, it's probably the best value pedal and one of the best overdrive pedals (period) that I own. One final thing. I'm feeding it plenty of juice. It *requires* 400mA, so I fed it from a 500mA outlet from a good quality power supply. I have a sneaking suspicion that others may not have fed it enough power. I 3-starred it for versatility because it has no tone controls, but that's not a deal breaker. It's a bargain.
Review: Lovely warm tube overdrive - Well made and has a really lovely warm overdriven sound. I have 5 other overdrive pedals of different price ranges and types. Very happy with this one. Definitely brings its own unique warm tone to the party. Lots of low end growl when you turn up the drive. Yet it is surprisingly quiet with only very slight hum when at maximimum drive and output. I use it on a pedal board that goes into a di box and into laptop and studio monitors, so i dont use an amp. This pedal is now 2nd in the pedal chain and really adds that real tube sound. It works great on its own but also with the other pedals such as blues breaker, boost, delay and chorus placed after it. Being a real tube it is so responsive to how you play. Pick lightly with guitar volume rolled off and its quite clean but yet stiĺl warm sounding with good definition. Bring up the volume and/ or pick hard and it distorts beautifully. It doesnt have tone controls but I can tweak that with my eq pedal. With single coils it sounds wonderful. With humbuckers it sounds a lot heavier, more like fuzz. Its an absolutely brilliant pedal and would be worth the investment if it was 3 times the price. If you dont have a valve amp and want that warm organic drive then for 60 quid you cant go wrong with this pedal. Also there's the option to swap out the tube for another type if you should want to. I wont be changing though as love the sound of it. Its now a permanent fixture on my board for sure. No frills, just well made and sounds wonderful. Highly recommend.

## Features

- Tube-driven preamp
- All-analogue circuitry with 12AX7 tube inside
- Warm, organic overdrive tones on tap
- True bypass
- Top-mounted I/O

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B079LZL13R |
| Amperage | 0.04 Milliamps |
| Audio Output Effects | Distortion |
| Best Sellers Rank | 3,569 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 11 in Guitar Distortion & Overdrive Effects |
| Brand | TC Electronic |
| Brand Name | TC Electronic |
| Colour | Black and Silver |
| Controls Type | Footswitch |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 226 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Painted |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00653341314031 |
| Hardware Interface | 1/4-inch Audio |
| Included Components | Power supply, cable |
| Item Dimensions | 5.2 x 2.9 x 2.3 centimetres |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.2L x 2.9W x 2.3H centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Tube Pilot Overdrive |
| Item Weight | 0.4 Kilograms |
| Item weight | 0.4 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Music Tribe |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P0CQD |
| Model Name | TUBE PILOT OVERDRIVE |
| Model Number | TUBE PILOT OVERDRIVE |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product dimensions | 5.2L x 2.9W x 2.3H centimetres |
| Set Name | Tube Pilot |
| Signal Format | Analog |
| Sound Profile | Warm and Expressive |
| Style | TUBE PILOT OVERDRIVE |
| UPC | 653341314031 |
| Unit Count | 1 count |
| Voltage | 9 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** TC Electronic
- **Colour:** Black and Silver
- **Item weight:** 0.4 Kilograms
- **Product dimensions:** 5.2L x 2.9W x 2.3H centimetres
- **Style:** TUBE PILOT OVERDRIVE

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is the photo above actual size as I am concerned that my jack leads will not fit?**
A: Hello,
I do not know if the picture is displayed for you in real size, but the ends will fit, they are a standard 6.3 mm jack.

Regards

**Q: Is this the TC032 model?**
A: Wouldn't know, it's MojoMojo never had a problem, always works fine

**Q: does this pedal come with the adapter?**
A: No, it does take 9V battery, and most 9V pedal adaptors will work with it. I use a pedal power brick for my board, so didn't need one. It's not a bad pedal for the price. Quite a warm dark sound. It's stacks up nicely with other overdrives and distortions. Sounds great with a tube screamer! I've also got an electro harmonix soul food which is a much brighter overdrive for a similar price. It's a great clone of the old Klon centaurs, but for a fraction of the £1000 you have to spend on one. Depends what you're after.

**Q: Will this work good with my Vox ac 30 tube amp thanks.**
A: I see no reason why it should not work well with any amp.. Mine works on Orange and Blackstar Amps.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Much closer to a Tube Driver than other reviews led me to believe (once you change the valve)
*by M***R on 12 November 2023*

I read the reviews and knew that the stock valve -- a Bugera AX7 in mine -- wasn't great. I also read that, although it is clearly a B.K. Butler Tube Driver wannabe, it didn't hit those tones. But for £60 delivered, I took a punt on it. As expected, the stock performance was pretty awful. Way too much gain under 12 o'clock and a fairly unpleasant break-up. So I did what I had planned to do all along and replaced the valve with a high quality £20 JJ Tesla 6072A/12AY7 (which has approx. half the gain of an AX7). In short, it's actually one hell of a pedal. I don't have a Tube Driver, but I was able to dial in my Helix's "Valve Driver" (Tube Driver) model to sound very close to the Tube Pilot + JJ 12AY7, so it's actually really similar. In absolute terms, set up correctly with a high headroom clean amp, there's masses of touch sensitivity and dynamics. Running the gain at half past one on the dial, and with my Strat's neck pickup into a Helix Hiwatt model or my Hamstead Artist 20, I am getting very credible Gilmour Shine On tones. At £80, it's probably the best value pedal and one of the best overdrive pedals (period) that I own. One final thing. I'm feeding it plenty of juice. It *requires* 400mA, so I fed it from a 500mA outlet from a good quality power supply. I have a sneaking suspicion that others may not have fed it enough power. I 3-starred it for versatility because it has no tone controls, but that's not a deal breaker. It's a bargain.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lovely warm tube overdrive
*by G***B on 3 October 2023*

Well made and has a really lovely warm overdriven sound. I have 5 other overdrive pedals of different price ranges and types. Very happy with this one. Definitely brings its own unique warm tone to the party. Lots of low end growl when you turn up the drive. Yet it is surprisingly quiet with only very slight hum when at maximimum drive and output. I use it on a pedal board that goes into a di box and into laptop and studio monitors, so i dont use an amp. This pedal is now 2nd in the pedal chain and really adds that real tube sound. It works great on its own but also with the other pedals such as blues breaker, boost, delay and chorus placed after it. Being a real tube it is so responsive to how you play. Pick lightly with guitar volume rolled off and its quite clean but yet stiĺl warm sounding with good definition. Bring up the volume and/ or pick hard and it distorts beautifully. It doesnt have tone controls but I can tweak that with my eq pedal. With single coils it sounds wonderful. With humbuckers it sounds a lot heavier, more like fuzz. Its an absolutely brilliant pedal and would be worth the investment if it was 3 times the price. If you dont have a valve amp and want that warm organic drive then for 60 quid you cant go wrong with this pedal. Also there's the option to swap out the tube for another type if you should want to. I wont be changing though as love the sound of it. Its now a permanent fixture on my board for sure. No frills, just well made and sounds wonderful. Highly recommend.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Can’t be beat for the money
*by W***Y on 1 December 2021*

I’ve been trying to build a Gilmour pedal board on a budget and wanted something for the Butler Tube Driver sound at a reasonable price. Didn’t fancy a BD2 so I thought I’d try this. Absolutely made up with it. It’s now a permanent fixture on my board and sounds sweet with an MXR Dynacomp and Marshall Jackhammer (as a boost) running in to it. It draws 400 milliamps so you need to have the right power supply and you need to let the 12ax7 tube warm up a bit first. Just be aware that it enhances whatever tone you put into it. Don’t expect it to transform a dull or dreary amp into a Marshall Plexi, but it does sing with right gear.

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