Electro-Harmonix Soul Food Transparent Overdrive Pedal
 
Klon-inspired transparent overdrive and clean boost with touch-sensitive response, added headroom, and simple three-knob control
The Electro-Harmonix Soul Food is a popular transparent overdrive designed for players who want to push an amp without heavily changing the natural character of their guitar and rig. It is often used as a clean boost, low-gain always-on drive, edge-of-breakup tone shaper, or stacked in front of other overdrives and distortion pedals.
The control layout is simple and practical: Vol sets output level, Drive controls the amount of gain, and Treble shapes the brightness and bite. Lower Drive settings work well for clean boost and amp push, while higher settings add more saturation, midrange presence, sustain, and lead-friendly cut.
This is a strong choice for blues, rock, worship, country, indie, classic rock, lead boost, rhythm thickening, and pedalboard gain stacking.
 
Condition:
Good used/player-grade condition with normal cosmetic wear from use. The pedal shows visible patina/oxidation on the raw metal enclosure, light scratches, small scuffs, minor marks on the faceplate, and normal wear around the footswitch, jacks, and edges.
The bottom has a Velcro-style pad attached from the previous pedalboard mounting.
Pedal only. No box, power supply, 9V battery, manual, cables, or additional accessories included.
 
Includes:
Electro-Harmonix Soul Food Transparent Overdrive pedal
Not Included: Original box, power supply, 9V battery, instrument cables, manual, paperwork, or additional accessories
 
Key Details:
Brand: Electro-Harmonix
Model: Soul Food
Effect Type: Transparent overdrive / clean boost
Circuit: Analog
Controls: Vol, Drive, Treble
Bypass: Selectable true bypass / buffered bypass
Audio: Mono
Power: 9.6VDC adapter or optional 9V battery
Current Draw: 22mA
Year Released: 2013
Format: Nano-style compact enclosure
 
Key Features:
Transparent Overdrive Voice: Designed to add drive, push, and sustain while keeping more of the guitar and amp’s natural character intact.
Klon-Inspired Circuit Style: Popular as an affordable alternative for players chasing clean boost, touch response, and mid-forward overdrive textures.
Clean Boost to Drive Range: Works as a volume lift, amp pusher, low-gain drive, or stacked boost before other pedals.
Treble Control: Lets players add brightness and cut, or tame sharper guitars and amps.
Boosted Power Rails: Designed for added headroom and note definition compared with many basic overdrive circuits.
Selectable Bypass Mode: Can be configured for true bypass or buffered bypass depending on the player’s rig preference.
Compact EHX Enclosure: Easy to fit on most pedalboards.
 
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Is this the Bass Soul Food?
No. This is the standard guitar Electro-Harmonix Soul Food overdrive.
Q: Is this a Klon-style pedal?
Yes. It is widely used as an affordable Klon-inspired transparent overdrive/clean boost.
Q: Does it include a power supply?
No. This listing is for the pedal only.
Q: What condition is it in?
Good used/player-grade condition with visible patina, light scratches, normal wear, and Velcro on the bottom.
Q: What is it best used for?
Clean boost, low-gain overdrive, amp pushing, solo boost, always-on tone shaping, and stacking with other drives.