Maximus Drive

Maximus Drive

The Seymour Duncan Palladium is a high-gain distortion preamp pedal designed to deliver amp-like drive tones with extensive tonal shaping. It features a three-band active EQ, a unique Resonance control for low-end response, and a Presence control for high-frequency detail. The Palladium is known for its versatility, offering everything from tight, modern metal distortion to classic rock crunch, making it suitable for a wide range of genres. Its robust build and flexible controls make it a popular choice for guitarists seeking a powerful, amp-style distortion in a pedal format.

Fender Model Guide

A highly flexible high-gain voice with extensive tone shaping, powerful saturation and excellent note definition.

  • GAIN Adjusts signal level in preamp stage, typically adding distortion at higher settings.
  • RESONANCE Adjusts low-frequency preamp gain.
  • LEVEL Adjusts overall level.
  • BASS Sets lower-frequency tone; set to noon for no boost/cut.
  • TREBLE Sets higher-frequency tone; set to noon for no boost/cut.
  • PRESENCE Sets ultra-high-frequency tone; set to noon for no boost/cut.
  • MID LEVEL Sets mid-frequency level; set to noon for no boost/cut.
  • MID FREQ Selects frequency controlled by MID LEVEL control.
  • BOOST LEVEL Sets amount of effect when BOOST switch is engaged.
  • BOOST SWITCH Provides added gain and saturation.

From the Fender Tone Master Pro Model Guide

Based on
Seymour Duncan Palladium
Effect type
Overdrive
Real gear released
2016