Overdrive (Dual-Channel Preamp Overdrive/Distortion) · $299.95
The Big Joe Stomp Box Company B-502 Empire is an analog dual-Channel Preamp Overdrive/Distortion pedal based on the dual-preamp overdrive with buffer/line driver, with Channel A: Presence, Drive, Output, Body, Attack; Channel B: Gain, Output, Tone; Line Drive level (+15dB boost) controls. From $299.95.
| Category | Overdrive (Dual-Channel Preamp Overdrive/Distortion) |
| Circuit / based on | dual-preamp overdrive with buffer/line driver |
| Signal | Analog |
| Controls | Channel A: Presence, Drive, Output, Body, Attack; Channel B: Gain, Output, Tone; Line Drive level (+15dB boost) |
| Switches | Firm/Sponge mode toggle per channel; buffered/true-bypass toggle; channel-order toggle |
| Bypass | switchable true bypass or buffered |
| True bypass | Yes |
| I/O | 1x 1/4" mono in, 1x 1/4" mono out |
| Power | 9V DC center-negative (2.1mm barrel); 12V and 18V supported |
| Battery power | Yes |
| Dimensions | 6" x 4.25" x 3" |
| Weight | 22 oz |
| Signature artist | Paul "TFO" Allen |