{"product_id":"frost-giant-electronics-mourning-star-overdrive-pedal","title":"Frost Giant Electronics Mourning Star Overdrive Pedal","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mourning Star is a custom overdrive pedal featuring an active 3-band Baxandall EQ, a fixed boost positioned after the volume control for increased headroom and harmonic content, and a three-way clipping selector. It was designed to give amplifiers an extra push into natural saturation without requiring amp modifications, while providing a familiar control layout and versatile clipping options that allow players to fine-tune how the pedal interacts with their amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal behind the Mourning Star was to create an overdrive capable of enhancing everything from a vintage Plexi to a Mesa Dual Rectifier, while remaining highly stackable for players who rely on fuzz and distortion pedals as part of their core tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three clipping modes include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTS9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMourning Star\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSD-1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese options were selected to provide a familiar feel right out of the box. While inspired by classic clipping characteristics, the Mourning Star is not a clone of any existing circuit. Each mode has been developed as part of an entirely original design. The TS9 mode delivers a tight, compressed response, while the SD-1 mode offers a rounder midrange emphasis. The custom Mourning Star LED clipping mode provides increased gain, enhanced low-end response, and a more aggressive overall voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than relying on a traditional single tone control, the Mourning Star utilizes an active 3-band Baxandall EQ to provide greater flexibility across a wide range of amplifiers, tone stacks, and power tube configurations. The Low control adds depth and fullness, while the Mid control is especially versatile, increasing bite, gain, and overall midrange presence as it is advanced. The High control can smooth out brighter amplifiers or be combined with the other EQ controls to create a powerful tone that still retains clarity and cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the pedal's standout characteristics is its Mid control. At maximum settings, it can produce an aggressive, HM-2-inspired character that excels in heavier genres such as death metal, doom, and other extreme styles. For most applications, starting with the Mid control at zero and adjusting to taste is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the initial concept through final production, the Mourning Star was designed from the ground up with the intention of creating an original overdrive that stands apart from the countless clone circuits available today. The result is a versatile, expressive pedal built to complement a wide variety of rigs and playing styles. The creators hope the Mourning Star earns a permanent place in players' signal chains.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frost Giant Electronics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43951934668866,"sku":"FGMOURNINGSTAR","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2015\/7205\/files\/mourningstar2026.jpg?v=1783775602","url":"https:\/\/motorcityguitar.com\/products\/frost-giant-electronics-mourning-star-overdrive-pedal","provider":"Motor City Guitar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}