RYRA The 808 Overdrive Pedal

£184.99

Guitars Pedals Amps & Stuff are excited this week as the almighty RYRA The 808 Overdrive Pedal is now back in stock. These are built to an exceptionally high standard. We deliver RYRA Guitar FX straight to your door via our tracked *roadie service* across the UK, Europe, and the USA. A firm favourite among the finest gear available in the UK. if you want the full low down, click through to the RYRA crew direct for more details, images, specs, and all the good stuff. Texas-based manufacturer Ryra are perhaps best known for their Klone overdrive, a faithful recreation…

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Guitars Pedals Amps & Stuff are excited this week as the almighty RYRA The 808 Overdrive Pedal is now back in stock. These are built to an exceptionally high standard. We deliver RYRA Guitar FX straight to your door via our tracked *roadie service* across the UK, Europe, and the USA. A firm favourite among the finest gear available in the UK. if you want the full low down, click through to the RYRA crew direct for more details, images, specs, and all the good stuff.

Texas-based manufacturer Ryra are perhaps best known for their Klone overdrive, a faithful recreation of – yep, you guessed it – the Klon Centaur. 

The highly sought-after Klon overdrive sound has been replicated more times than we've listened to Led Zep IV – it's a lot, trust me. That having been said, the Ryra Klone immediately made waves in the guitar world; many proclaimed it to be the most accurate, vibrant nod to the Klon that they'd ever heard. It cemented Ryra as a force to be reckoned with – and now they're back with yet more stunning odes to classic tone! 

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The 808 Overdrive

We all know what this one's going to sound like, right? As with the Klon Centaur, the Tubescreamer has more than its fair share of copies. But who better to have a stab at it than Ryra?

We can indeed confirm that the 808 sounds absolutely stunning. As you might expect from a TS-style overdrive, it's simultaneously loud, resonant and healthy in the midrange with plenty of spank; yet it remains beautifully transparent in its saturation. Plug it in with a set of hot single coil pickups and you'll know exactly what we mean! 

This transparent, boosted sound will suit most styles and applications. Tighten your existing overdrive or distortion sound, or use it for some standalone fizz. Many will say that despite its versatility, it sounds best with a single coil Strat going into a slightly pushed valve amp, blues-style – and who are we to argue?

Here's what RYRA have to say about the 808:

The Rock Your Repaired Amp 808 pays tribute to a classic loved by blues players across the globe. The 808 has seen many adaptations throughout the years, but the RYRA crew believes that the original 808 version is the best. The 808 is built by hand in the RYRA shop. With attention to components, true bypass, and even comes with top mounted jacks! This is a pedal for players who love some hump in the mids.

Specifications:

  • Top Mount Jacks
  • JRC4558D Chip
  • True Bypass
  • DC Jack
  • 9V Battery

Stuff About RYRA

RYRA are known for making standout effects pedals and more. Founded with a passion for tone and innovation, their gear has shaped countless records and players’ sounds. Look out for their iconic designs and flagship models — they’ve earned a reputation for reliability and creativity.

The Important stuff

Guitar FX — Guitar effects pedals add character, texture, and personality to your sound. From subtle ambience and reverb to heavy distortion or experimental modulation, effects shape how your guitar interacts with the world. A good setup starts with the basics like overdrive, delay, and chorus, then expands into creative territory with fuzz, phaser, or looper pedals. Whether you want vintage tones or modern soundscapes, experimenting with different combinations will help you discover your own signature style.. Overdrive — Overdrive pedals add warmth, grit, and natural compression to your tone, capturing the feel of a pushed tube amp. They respond dynamically to your playing, offering everything from a light bluesy crunch to full, saturated rock tones. Perfect for boosting solos or shaping your core sound, an overdrive pedal brings character and life to any setup. Whether you prefer vintage smoothness or modern bite, these pedals are essential for players who want expressive, touch-sensitive drive with plenty of personality..