Wampler Clarksdale User Manual

At the crossroads of Highway 49 and 61 lies the offi-
cial crossroads of Clarksdale, Mississippi – the birth-
place of the Delta Blues. This historic town, and the
famous music that was created there, is responsible
for the inspiration behind this pedal – The Clarksdale
Overdrive.
Unlike the traditional screamer type of overdrives,
the Clarksdale has a more transparent drive when
turned down and even more usable gain that won’t
fizz out when cranked up! Now you can dial in your
tone faster and more efficiently no matter what the
gig is!
The Clarksdale is Brian’s take on the world famous TS
circuit – with a few great Wampler styled improve-
ments of course. Brian wanted to create a pedal that
would be true to the sound and feel of the original
but would have a wider range of tonal options – to
satisfy even the biggest tone chasers out there.
The Clarksdale will be the last pedal that is based off
of this familiar vintage circuitry that you will ever
need. Your search for the perfect vintage midrange
infused overdrive is finally over.

Wampler Clarksdale Specifications

General

Brand	Wampler
Model	Clarksdale
Category	Music Pedal
Language	English

Summary

Clarksdale Overdrive Introduction

Controls and Settings

True By-pass Relay Switch

Explains the benefits of the true-bypass relay switch for signal integrity and tone preservation.

Volume Control

Adjusts the output level, designed for higher output and headroom when needed.

Gain Control

Manages the amount of signal gain for smooth break-up to thick, vintage overdrive.

Smooth/Lift Switch

Toggle switch for 'Smooth' (mix) or 'Lift' (standout leads) settings.

Bass Control

Adjusts bass frequencies for tonal thickness, affecting brightness and low-end response.

Mids Control

Allows adjustment of midrange frequencies, offering flexibility beyond fixed mid-boosts.

Treble Control

Adjusts treble frequencies, impacting the overall brightness and clarity of the tone.

Suggested Settings Examples

Provides example control configurations for various tonal characteristics.