Xotic SL Drive Overdrive Pedal – Used

Quick Product Summary

The Xotic SL Drive is a compact overdrive pedal designed to capture the rich, dynamic character of classic British Super Lead and Super Bass-style amplifiers.

This used example is in Good condition, with cosmetic signs of previous ownership and normal pedalboard use. Drive, Tone and Volume controls provide straightforward adjustment, while four internal DIP switches offer additional EQ and voicing options for tailoring the pedal to different guitars, amplifiers and playing styles.

What Makes the Xotic SL Drive Stand Out?

Classic British-Style Drive

The SL Drive focuses on the woody, harmonically rich saturation associated with vintage British valve amplifiers. It can move from lighter pushed-amp sounds through to thick rock overdrive with strong sustain and articulation.

Super Lead & Super Bass Voicing

Internal DIP switches allow the pedal to move between different tonal characters. Super Lead delivers a brighter response with more gain, while Super Bass provides a fuller low end with a smoother top-end response.

Responsive to Your Guitar

The SL Drive is designed to react naturally to picking dynamics and the guitar's volume control, making it possible to move between cleaner textures and fuller overdrive without switching the pedal off.

Compact Pedalboard Format

Despite its broad range of tones, the SL Drive uses an ultra-compact enclosure measuring approximately 89mm wide, making it an easy fit on crowded pedalboards.

Who Is It For?

The Xotic SL Drive is an excellent choice for guitarists looking for classic British overdrive without using a large amplifier at high volume.

It particularly suits blues, classic rock, hard rock, alternative and lead guitar applications, while its internal EQ options make it flexible enough to pair with both single-coil and humbucker-equipped guitars.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Xotic
Model	SL Drive
Effect Type	Overdrive
Condition	Used – Good
Controls	Drive, Tone, Volume
Internal Controls	4 DIP Switches
Main Voicings	Super Lead / Super Bass
Bypass	True Bypass
Battery Operation	Yes
External Power	9–18V DC
Power Supply	Not Included

Condition Overview

Condition Grade: Good

This Xotic SL Drive is in good used condition, with cosmetic signs of previous ownership and normal pedalboard use.

What’s Included?

• Xotic SL Drive Overdrive Pedal

• No power supply included

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Effect Type	Overdrive
Main Controls	Drive, Tone, Volume
Internal DIP Switches	4
Default Voicing	Super Lead
Additional Voicings	Super Lead High/Mid Cut, Super Lead+, Super Bass
Super Lead Character	Brighter, Higher-Gain Response
Super Bass Character	Fuller Low End, Reduced Highs
Input	1 x 1/4" Jack
Output	1 x 1/4" Jack
Input Impedance	1 MΩ
Output Impedance	1 kΩ
Bypass	True Bypass
Status LED	Yes
Battery	1 x 9V
External Power	9–18V DC
Polarity	Centre Negative
Current Draw	Approx. 5mA
Dimensions	Approx. 89 x 38 x 38mm
Weight	Approx. 0.57 lbs

Power Requirements

The Xotic SL Drive can be powered using a standard 9V battery or a suitable regulated 9–18V DC centre-negative power supply.

Running the pedal at a higher compatible voltage provides increased headroom and a more open dynamic response.

Current consumption is approximately 5mA.

No power supply is included with this used pedal.

FAQs

What type of pedal is the Xotic SL Drive?

The SL Drive is a compact overdrive designed around the character of classic British Super Lead and Super Bass-style amplifier tones.

What controls does it have?

The external controls are Drive, Tone and Volume.

What do the internal DIP switches do?

Four internal DIP switches provide additional EQ and voicing adjustment, allowing the pedal to be configured for different Super Lead and Super Bass-style responses.

What is the difference between Super Lead and Super Bass mode?

Super Lead provides a brighter response with more gain, while Super Bass emphasises the low end and reduces some of the upper-frequency emphasis.

What is the Super Lead+ setting?

The internal DIP switches can be configured for a Super Lead+ voicing with additional high-frequency presence.

Can the SL Drive produce lower-gain sounds?

Yes. Lower Drive settings work well for mild breakup, crunchy rhythm sounds and pushing an already responsive amplifier.

Can it produce higher-gain rock tones?

Yes. Increasing the Drive control produces thicker saturation and sustain suited to classic and hard-rock applications.

Does it clean up from the guitar's volume control?

Yes. The SL Drive is designed to respond well when the guitar volume is reduced, allowing cleaner sounds to be accessed without switching the pedal off.

Does it work with single-coil pickups?

Yes. The internal EQ options make it easy to adapt the pedal to brighter single-coil-equipped guitars.

Does it work with humbuckers?

Yes. The Super Bass and high/mid-cut settings can be particularly useful when tailoring the pedal to thicker humbucker-equipped instruments.

Does the SL Drive use true bypass?

Yes. It features true bypass switching.

Can it run at 18V?

Yes. Xotic specifies external operation from 9V to 18V DC with the correct centre-negative regulated power supply.

Can it run from a battery?

Yes. It accepts a standard 9V battery.

How much current does it draw?

Current consumption is approximately 5mA.

Is a power supply included?

No. No power supply is included with this used SL Drive.

What condition is this example in?

This example is graded Good, with cosmetic signs of previous use consistent with a pre-owned effects pedal.

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