Key Features
- '80s rock in a box
- A rich mid-range that dramatically changes the character
- Three different gain types for experimenting with
- Great for very clean amps that need another channel
DSIC Revv G4 Distortion Pedal Overview
It's an '80s British stack, built in Canada, that can fit in the palm of your hand. The Revv G4 distortion pedal captures all the '80s rock sound. The G4 has a character changing gain section labelled 'Aggression'. You can scoop up modern heavy tones on top of the open, old school vibe. That's what sits at the soul of this box - it's an aggressive but dynamic unit.
The EQ is powerful - giving huge tonal sculpting options that go far beyond its initial sound. With the two aggression modes, you get a blue channel that adds drive and bite to the treble and a red channel that is very extreme. Adding more gain, bass, and bite whilst further dipping the midrange - giving a huge, aggressive tone.
Product Ref: 132504
Full Description
View Full DescriptionThe '80s in a box
Born from the 4th channel of the Revv Generator, the G4 is all that snarl, grind, and natural compression at your feet. It has an old school metal vibe to it. Thick and dynamic, it's really great for chunky rhythm playing. It will push beyond that '80s sound, into very modern territories. With a down-tuned guitar at full crank with the red mode engaged, you can get into extreme and aggressive metal.
The G4 also has another trick up its sleeve. By dialling the gain right back, adding a little midrange, and switching the aggression mode off, you can get into big, open sounding classic rock tones - This is the '80s rock multi-tool!
Powerful and expressive EQ
Each one of the three tone pots has an extensive range that can really affect the 'size' of the sound, as well as the tone. With the bass down it can sound like you are playing a raunchy small amp. But when you increase it, a sense of weight starts to bloom from your amp - it's a little like adding a 4 x 12 cabinet.
The midrange is expressive, forward, and large at full tilt. When scooping, the pedal compensates by adding extra harmonic content to the bass and treble, and this is where things get aggressive and tight. Then furthering that sound, the treble can add a fierce bite but that sometimes needs a little taming. Turned all the way to the right, the treble is upfront and intense. If you are taking sounds to the extreme or just want to access a gigantic range of sounds, then you can't go wrong here.
From subtle drive to audible aggression
There are two other modes which shape and alter the gain: the red and blue position. The blue position has a touch more gain with a tighter midrange, adding a more aggressive quality to the trebles. On the red channel, you get an absurd increase in gain that leads to a different quality to the mids and top end. It's thick and heavy, lending itself to chunky leads with strong overtones - making sure you stand out, in any mix.
Specifications
- Model Name: Rev G4
- Pedal Type: Distortion
- Colour: Red
- Power Supply: Runs on a 9VDC Power Supply or a 9V Battery (sold separately)
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