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"Amp-in-a-box recreates MC5's fierce distortion: MXR, in collaboration with Daredevil, encapsulates Wayne Kramer's gritty and powerful tone in the Jail Guitar Doors Drive pedal, which has been endorsed by Tom Morello."
In memory of Wayne Kramer, legendary guitarist and co-founder of the influential punk rock band MC5, MXR has unveiled a limited edition Drive pedal. Named the Jail Guitar Doors Drive, this powerful overdrive pedal encapsulates Kramer's iconic sound and his gritty, defiant attitude.
Before Kramer's untimely passing in February 2024, he had collaborated with Jimi Dunlop, CEO of Dunlop, and Johnny Wator, owner of Daredevil Pedals, to create this pedal. The result is a stompbox that embodies the raw energy and high-voltage sound of Wayne Kramer's music while paying tribute to his activism.
Unleash the MC5's Spirit
With two uniquely voiced gain circuits, the Jail Guitar Doors Drive allows users to harness the gritty, incendiary guitar tones that helped define punk rock. By cascading the two circuits under a single pot control that governs their output level and distortion saturation, players can unleash a sound reminiscent of the MC5's iconic performances.
Tom Morello, a longtime Kramer fan and close friend, praises the pedal, saying it captures both the MC5's roaring distortion sound and Wayne's unwavering attitude. The pedal is more than just a tone replication; it's a testament to Wayne's radical politics and commitment to musical activism.
Charity and Artwork
The name "Jail Guitar Doors" is inspired by Kramer's charity, which provides instruments for rehabilitation programs in prisons, ultimately aiming to help individuals turn their lives around through music. The pedal also features artwork by renowned artist Shepard Fairey, who is well-known for his work in skateboarding culture and his creation of the iconic Barack Obama 'Hope' poster.
Get Your Hands on the Jail Guitar Doors Drive
Available exclusively on MXR's official Reverb store, the MXR Jail Guitar Doors Drive pedal retails for $199. A portion of the profits from each sale will support Kramer's charity, ensuring that his legacy continues to inspire future generations of musicians and activists.
So, pick up this exclusive piece of rock history and amplify your sound in the spirit of one of punk rock's greatest icons – Wayne Kramer. Stay rebellious, and remember, Kick Out the Jams!
- The Jail Guitar Doors Drive, a limited edition pedal by MXR, aims to capture the gritty sound and defiant spirit of the legendary Les Paul guitars used by Wayne Kramer of MC5.
- The cascading gain circuits in the Jail Guitar Doors Drive allow users to create effects reminiscent of Wayne Kramer's iconic performances, combining pedal and amp settings for high-voltage distortion.
- Jimi Dunlop, CEO of Dunlop, and Johnny Wator, owner of Daredevil Pedals, worked closely with Wayne Kramer to create this powerful overdrive stompbox, encapsulating the raw energy and attitude of his music and activism.
- In conjunction with the Jail Guitar Doors charity, supporting rehabilitation programs that help individuals through music, the pedal features artwork by Shepard Fairey, a renowned artist known for his work in skateboarding culture and the iconic Barack Obama 'Hope' poster.
- Entusiasts and musicians alike can purchase the MXR Jail Guitar Doors Drive pedal exclusively on MXR's official Reverb store for $199, with a portion of the profits supporting Kramer's charity and ensuring his legacy continues to inspire future generations.
- To amplify your sound in the spirit of Wayne Kramer, pick up this exclusive piece of rock history and remember the iconic MC5 technique: Kick Out the Jams!
