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Fuchs Overdrive Supreme 50 Posted: 1/26/04
Fuchs Overdrive Supreme 50-watt in creme tolex Andy Fuchs is building some very popular amplifiers that are versatile and extremely toneful. Let's cut to the chase...they are often compared to the renowned Dumble Overdrive Special sound. Tonally-speaking, there is good reason for that. Esteemed players such as Robben Ford and Larry Carlton, both notable Dumble users, are often cited as references when trying to describe the sonic signature of the Fuchs' overdrive tones. However, to pigeonhole the Fuchs as merely a clone would not be entirely fair...the channel-switching design features reverb, an adjustable onboard effects loop, and a myriad of EQ options...all for considerably less than one would pay for the "real deal." The Fuchs is certainly inspired by the tones of other highly-regarded amplifiers; yet it has its own set of merits and exciting sounds. It is not the first amp to be closely compared to the classic designs of its predecessors. Fuchs has been known for working his magic on various amplifiers....he
has offered aftermarket modifications for a variety of amplifiers sent
to him by a growing clientele. Now focusing on his own line of products,
the Overdrive
Supreme series is making its mark in the world of refined boutique
amps. For this feature, we are looking at a 50-watt Overdrive Supreme
head.
Here are some MPEG video samples of the Fuchs
Overdrive Supreme 50 watt amplifier head being played by Jason
Barker through a THD 2x12
cabinet with a pair of Celestion
Classic Lead 80 speakers. Click on the appropriate links to view
the presentations. Some of these files are large in size so
give them time to download. Recommended for broadband users.
For additional variety,...check out Eddie
Berman of Indoor Storm playing
a Briggs Saturn
guitar through the Fuchs ODS-50/ THD 2x12 combination:
For more information, visit: www.fuchsaudiotechnology.com
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I know of a number of players who love the sounds of this amplifier, but
they try it themselves and express frustration at not being able to get
what they want out of it. At the risk of sounding condescending,
it can be a difficult plug-in and play amp. It takes some tweaking
to explore all of the tonalities available in this model. The experience
of playing this amp has helped me to try and improve my own touch and phrasing
with the guitar. One other drawback is that the functional Artist
Package footswitching system is not a standard offering....it is a very
expensive option ($500 US) , yet vital to having the most flexibility and
convenience. 
