Ibanez TS9DX Turbo Tube Screamer Overdrive Pedal

The Ibanez TS9DX Turbo Tube Screamer takes the legendary TS9 sound and supercharges it with three extra modes for bigger lows, more gain and extra saturation. From classic mid-focused drive through to thick, almost fuzz-like grind, this compact stompbox gives you four distinct voices that can cover subtle blues breakup, tight rock rhythm and searing lead tones with ease.

Keeping the familiar Drive, Tone and Level controls of the original, the TS9DX adds a rotary mode selector offering TS9, +, Hot and Turbo settings. Each mode tweaks the response and low-end content, so you can perfectly match the pedal to your guitar, amp and playing style. Whether you are using it as a standalone overdrive or as a boost to push an already cooking valve amp, the TS9DX delivers the touch sensitivity and musical compression that have made Tube Screamers a staple on pedalboards for decades.

At its heart, the TS9DX still behaves like the classic TS9 you know and love, with the same core circuit and iconic midrange character. That means if you are upgrading from a standard TS9, your favourite settings are still right there, with the bonus of three extra flavours on tap. It is just as happy tightening up a high-gain amp as it is adding a warm edge-of-breakup crunch to a clean platform, responding beautifully to your picking dynamics and guitar volume control.

For players who want one overdrive that can cover multiple roles, the TS9DX is a smart choice. Use TS9 or + mode as a low-gain boost for blues and classic rock, switch to Hot for saturated leads, then kick in Turbo when you need thick, aggressive drive that borders on fuzz while retaining the smooth feel of an overdrive. All of this comes in the familiar, road-ready Ibanez enclosure, ready to drop straight onto your board.

Four Versatile Overdrive Modes

The TS9DX offers four distinct modes: TS9, +, Hot and Turbo. TS9 gives you the classic Tube Screamer sound, + adds extra grit and push, Hot increases saturation and gain, and Turbo delivers a thicker, heavier voice with enhanced low end. This range of options lets you cover subtle boost, crunchy rhythm and powerful lead tones from a single pedal.

Classic TS9 Feel and Response

Despite its expanded feature set, the TS9DX retains the same core circuitry and response as the original TS9. The familiar midrange focus, smooth clipping and touch-sensitive dynamics are all present, so long-time Tube Screamer users can dial in their go-to sounds instantly while enjoying the added flexibility of the extra modes.

Simple, Intuitive Control Layout

With Drive, Tone and Level controls, the TS9DX keeps things straightforward and musical. Drive sets the amount of gain, Tone shapes the brightness, and Level balances your overall output. This intuitive layout makes it easy to fine-tune your sound on stage or in the studio without getting lost in complex menus or secondary functions.

Ideal as a Boost or Main Overdrive

The TS9DX works equally well as a primary overdrive into a clean amp or as a boost to tighten and enhance an already driven sound. Use lower Drive settings and higher Level to push your amp into natural saturation, or rely on the pedal itself for your core crunch and lead tones. Its versatility makes it a strong candidate for players who want one main drive pedal that can adapt to different rigs and genres.

• Four Distinct Overdrive Modes - TS9, +, Hot and Turbo modes provide a wide palette of tones, from classic Tube Screamer crunch to thicker, more aggressive drive with enhanced low end, so you can tailor the pedal to any guitar and amp combination.
• Retains Iconic TS9 Circuitry - Built around the same core circuitry as the TS9, the TS9DX preserves the legendary midrange character and feel that players rely on, making it a natural upgrade for existing Tube Screamer users.
• Drive, Tone and Level Controls - A simple three-knob layout lets you quickly dial in everything from subtle boost to saturated overdrive, ensuring fast, fuss-free adjustments in rehearsal, on stage or in the studio.
• Flexible Power Options - The TS9DX can be powered by a single 9V battery or a compatible 9V DC centre-negative adaptor, making it easy to integrate into almost any pedalboard power setup.

General

• Product Name: Ibanez TS9DX Turbo Tube Screamer
• Effect Type: Overdrive
• Modes: TS9, +, Hot, Turbo

Controls

• Drive
• Tone
• Level
• Mode Selector: TS9 / + / Hot / Turbo

Power

• Power Supply: 9V battery (006P) or external AC adaptor
• Adaptor Requirements: DC 9V, centre-negative
• Current Draw: 8 mA at 9V