HIDDEN GEMS: The Hardwire CM-2 Tube Overdrive!

[@GuitarJawn]

I used to run a '73 Twin reverb as my clean tone and used this pedal for all my distortion tones. That was it. Modern setting with the gain maxed and I used my volume knob to clean everything up. It was my favorite set up I ever had.

[@RustyMadd]

That "piece of rubber" was and is known as the "stomplock." And I love it. Set it and forget it.

[@HAHb-zc2dp]

Useless

[@RustyMadd]

@@HAHb-zc2dp So says you. You're funny, in an arrogant way. Hey, thanks for playing.

[@HAHb-zc2dp]

@@RustyMadd triggered old fella? Freedom of speech exists. The knob block is useless on these. If you have trouble with your foot changing the setting while turning it and off then you have some big big issues lmfao idiot

[@hellsing1983]

I have the original one too. Great as a standalone overdrive, but also to boost an allready driven amp. It really can get some nice 'djenty'/chunky tones. From Hardwire I also have the Supernatural reverb, my favourite reverb I have tried thus far. Great demo!

[@zhivago729]

Awesome vid and playing man. I own both versions and they sound identical

[@bobbyparks801]

I use the SC-2 Valve Distortion Hardwire,no Digitech logo on mine.I always knew it was a Digitech but never noticed the logo wasn't on mine.I love it on the saturated mode and with a Midlander Overdrive together.I run my Peavey ValveKing and Vox Ac4 with a EH Switchblade and it Rocks🔥🎸Love your channel dude.Your a talented young man with a beautiful family,I send out respect and wish good fortune to you and yours.

[@ryansouthard4929]

Dude I just found one of these and nobody else did this pedal any justice but you. Gonna grab it, thanks!

[@LucasFowler]

Thanks! I have had that pedal for about 10 years and I never get tired of it. It is a killer tool!

[@artyom108]

I tried so many ODs and once I found this one, it’s never left my board. I sometimes use a Timmy after (and occasionally before). Between the two of them it’s all I need

[@Clamgtr]

You own one of the best tones I've ever came across on KZbin... (about guys that discusses tones and gear)... Once in a while when I meet a good opportunity to buy some gear, I just take a look at a couple of videos...just to know what I'm going to deal with when I try the gear personally. With this video, I'll buy it tomorrow (found in a used store - I'm at São Paulo/Brazil), I'll just check if it is working properly, but sound wise I'm sure of what this pedal has to offer. Great job !

[@jeffsmiley3213]

Love it!! This series could potentially be limitless. Btw, I have the hardwire chorus....and it’s actually pretty decent. Keep em rock’n buddy!!!

[@michaelbarber1123]

The Cadillac of digitech pedals.

[@ver251209]

Thanks for the info. Mine says Digitech on the pedal and CM-2, Tube Distortion - Made In China ..

[@candrabalimirage]

Like#200 and Subscribed....Thx 4 Ur Video !

[@barneychamorro]

sounds amazing!!!! nice chops. What delay and revebr did you use? How was the tone recorded? Sounds great.

[@LucasFowler]

I'm glad you liked it! The tone comes from my Line 6 Helix run directly into my interface, with an impulse response that I made. The delay is two different "transistor tape" delays panned hard left and right. One is set for 1/4 note delays and the other is set for dotted 1/8ths. The reverb is a "room" on one side and a "63 Spring" on the other.

[@johnfrusciante85]

You're really good! Great tone! I can't believe it's the same pedal I use every day. Under your hands it seems waaaaay better XD However it's a really good pedal, I agree with you.

[@LucasFowler]

I have loved this pedal for many years!

[@4142Wilb]

I needs one!

[@LucasFowler]

I have 2 and I will never sell them :P

[@4142Wilb]

I got one! Thank you reverb.com! Practically new for $60! It’s awesome!

[@DavidRFIT]

Would you compare this pedal to a more recent, more famous one? Which one? From the video it kinda reminded me of the MXR GT-OD (great pedal) but I could be dead wrong. Thanks

[@LucasFowler]

Its pretty similar to the GT-OD, but a bit less clean coming through and it definitely has more bass(and a bass control). I prefer this pedal actually.

[@DavidRFIT]

@@LucasFowler thanks a lot, to me it sounded like a tubescreamer clone in the "classic" mode (and I would really like to know if it is a 100% TS clone or it sounds a bit different) and a more high-gain pedal (like the GT-OD) in the "modified" mode. More or less. After watching your video I'm really considering buying this pedal. Where I live (I'm from Italy) I can find it in the used market for like 40€ (45$). Lucky me you're not famous in Italy, of prices would have sky-rocketed :D

[@TheVoltWithin]

I have a PRS Archon 100 Head. Can this pedal do the tight mid-range hump?

[@LucasFowler]

Oh yes, it does the boost thing extremely well.

[@artyom108]

Yes! The classic mode is basically an (improved) TS

[@neilpatrickhairless]

Deceptively 80's rock vibe (in a good way)

[@sofasogoodtube]

🤘

[@brianmontalbano9811]

When you mixed it with that stereo delay, I knew instantly I had to have that setup. Does it sound anything like that with a single coil pickup, like on a Strat for instance?

[@artyom108]

Fantastic! I play it w a strat all the time. Has never left my board. This and a Timmy (at either side depending ) are all I ever need.

[@edwinmartinez9787]

What amp is this what delay shit it is a beast

[@LucasFowler]

I'm pretty sure that was my Line 6 Helix direct in with a Hiwatt amp model. The delay would have been the "Transistor Tape" model delay.

[@edwinmartinez9787]

@@LucasFowler thanks for the info helix to expensive and hate those modeling gadgets got rid of the ME80 boss hate it I like more regular pedals but that sound I've been chasing for years and you have it great

[@acrossmymind6423]

I'd recommend scrolling the knobs live instead of just announcing it, this usually provides a more relative live explanation since you do display the pedal sometimes in the top left (thank you). Would just provide a better flexibility performance than vocally announcing it (ps, yes you are a better player than me

[@syrup7894]

Ok, this is epic.

[@LucasFowler]

Thanks!

[@twoys440]

do you know what clean means

[@Giballi24]

TwoYs looool true though

[@saintjabroni]

luls, it happens

[@jounikorhonen]

Those are Digitech-brand, Hardwire is the name of that rugged line.

[@j_reaume5248]

and Digitech (Harmon) pretty much gutted their guitar effect line, including the Hardwire series, a couple years ago. The multi-effects line was scrubbed which isn't surprising since they were a decade behind many of the others in same product set (L6, Boss, Fractal). There are a few pedals left in their line up, but most of these are just residual products that still have a few years left in their life cycle.

[@Dreamoftheunwealthy]

@@j_reaume5248 I have a RP350 Made in USA and the amps simulator sounds better then the ones in Line 6 POD HD500x, it may sound crazy but its not just my opinion

[@seanm4468]

I think it's not a hidden gem. It's a typical low quality OD. It doesn't sound clear especially when it's used as a gain booster.

[@emiliocolon6158]

I agree, I had one and replace it by a MXR GT-OD and I have never looked back.

[@artyom108]

Wow! I can’t believe we have the same ears. I had tried so many ODs, and once I found this one, it’s never left my board. This and a Timmy for cleans and occasional stacking is all I ever need. I tried them all

[@Fotosaurus56]

@@artyom108 I might have to add one to my collection. I have solid bodies, semi- hollow bodies, humbuckers, single coils, solid state and tube amps so of course no pedal seems to do it all. One pedal might sound great with one set-up and fall a little short in another. But this Digitech Hardwire seems worth a try.