Mozztronics EX-1 – Expander Drive Pedal

Mozztronics EX-1 – Expander Drive Pedal

The Mozztronics EX-1 Expander Drive is a boutique overdrive/distortion pedal that takes classic diode clipping designs and adds modern versatility. Inspired by traditional Tube Screamer-style and Distortion+ circuits, the EX-1 uses diode-to-ground clipping but adds adjustable asymmetry and an expansion control. These features let you shape the distortion character dynamically as you play, creating a responsive and expressive pedal for rhythm and lead tones alike.

Specifications

• Model: Mozztronics EX-1

• Type: Expander Drive / Overdrive Pedal

• Controls: Gain, Tone, Volume, Expand, Asymmetry (Asym)

• Bypass: True bypass

• Power: 9V DC center-negative

• Construction: Compact, rugged die-cast enclosure

• Input/Output: 1/4" instrument in/out, mono

• Country of Manufacture: [Insert Country]

• Era: Current Boutique Production

Tone & Use

The EX-1 excels at crunch rhythm tones and dynamic lead sounds.

• Gain: Sets the amount of gain in the first stage.

• Tone: Adjusts treble content, from cut to boost.

• Volume: Controls overall output level.

• Expand: Subtly alters how the distortion reacts to your playing dynamics.

• Asym: Shapes the asymmetry of the diode clipping for tonal variation.

It pairs especially well with the TD-1 Tube Driver for smooth, expressive lead tones. Typically, the EX-1 is placed before the TD-1 in your signal chain for crunch rhythms while leaving the TD-1 for lead overdrive, though experimentation is encouraged.

Condition:
New with Box