Fulltone OCD'Lux Revealed: 4 Voices, Dual Overdrive
Fulltone OCD'Lux: dual-overdrive pedal with 4 voices (VTG, RAW, V2, GE), independent circuits, flexible routing, and enhanced bypass. USA-built, $299.
If there’s one drive circuit that has undeniably shaped pedalboards over the last two decades, it’s the Fulltone OCD. Since its 2004 debut, over half a million of these enclosures have made their way into players' signal chains worldwide. Now, the obsession goes even further. Enter the Fulltone OCD’Lux, a new dual overdrive pedal that packs the most iconic OCD iterations—plus a brand-new "RAW" mode—into a single, USA-built stompbox.
This isn’t just a clone or a simple reissue; it’s two fully independent drives you can stack, split, or run in parallel.
Fulltone OCD’Lux - Four Voices, Two Independent Circuits
The genius of the OCD’Lux lies in its uncompromising dual-circuit design. Instead of forcing you to choose between your favorite eras of the pedal, Fulltone has packed four distinct voices across the two sides:
The Left Circuit (VTG & RAW)
- VTG (V1): The cult-classic original that started it all. If you want that signature open feel, touch sensitivity, and punchy amp-like character, the VTG mode faithfully recreates the V1 magic.
- RAW (All-New Mode): Flip the toggle to RAW, and things get fierce. This new voicing is more aggressive, noticeably less compressed, and has an immediate edge, perfect for pushing the front of a tube amp.
The Right Circuit (V2 & GE)
- V2: Benefiting from a decade of tweaks, this mode features a Class A JFET input stage. It delivers incredible sustain and complex, ringing overtones, reacting dynamically to every nuance of your picking.
- GE (Custom Shop Germanium): Engaging the GE mode introduces hand-selected germanium diodes to the clipping section. The result is a wider dynamic range and a distinctly warm, tube-like sag.
Total Rig Control and Flexible Routing
Beyond the four voices, each side of the OCD'Lux retains completely independent control sets. You get dedicated Volume, Drive, and Tone knobs for both circuits, alongside individual High Peak (HP) and Low Peak (LP) EQ toggles to perfectly match your guitar and amp pairing.
The top-mounted I/O jacks offer massive flexibility for any modern rig:
- Internal Stacking: Run your guitar into the RIGHT IN and the LEFT OUT to your amp. The right circuit internally feeds the left (e.g., pushing the Germanium mode into the RAW mode for massive layered gain).
- External Splitting: Utilizing all four jacks (RIGHT OUT and LEFT IN) allows you to insert other effects—like modulation or a volume pedal—between the two drives, or even place the circuits in entirely different loops of a pedalboard switcher.
- Reverse Order: External patching lets you send the left circuit into the right instead, completely changing how the gain stages interact.
Enhanced Bypass: Preserving Your Tone
Michael Fuller has always been meticulous about signal integrity. The OCD’Lux features Fulltone’s upgraded Class A FET "Enhanced Bypass."
Rather than a standard unity-gain buffer, this beefed-up design pushes your signal through long cable runs and complex pedalboards while retaining all the picking dynamics and character of your guitar. If you’re a purist, an internal switch allows you to toggle straight back to True Bypass.
Pricing and Availability
Whether you are looking to replace your vintage V1, or just want the ultimate versatile dirt box for the studio or the stage, the Fulltone OCD’Lux is shipping now as a limited "First Edition" run (housed in a black sparkle finish with cream controls) for early adopters.
- US Pricing: The pedal is available direct from Fulltone and through major US retailers for $299.00 USD.
- UK Pricing: While official UK dealer listings are still rolling out, expect the OCD'Lux to land around £249 – £279 GBP (accounting for current exchange rates and standard VAT).
- Power Specs: 9–18V DC, 20mA current draw (center-negative).
- +Four distinct voice options cover vintage to modern aggression
- +Fully independent dual circuits allow stacking, splitting, or parallel routing
- +Class A FET enhanced bypass preserves tone through long cable runs
- +Flexible I/O jacks enable complex rig configurations
- +Usa-built with meticulous signal integrity design
- +New RAW mode adds aggressive edge absent in original OCD
- −High price point at $299 may deter budget-conscious players
- −Limited availability during First Edition run
What are the four voices of the Fulltone OCD'Lux?
VTG recreates the original 2004 OCD character with open feel and touch sensitivity. RAW is a new aggressive mode with less compression and immediate edge. V2 features a Class A JFET input for complex overtones and sustain. GE uses hand-selected germanium diodes for warm, tube-like sag and wider dynamic range.
Can I use the two circuits independently or together?
Yes. You can stack them internally (right circuit feeds left), split them externally through separate I/O jacks to insert effects between them, or reverse the order entirely. Each side has dedicated Volume, Drive, and Tone controls.
What bypass options does the OCD'Lux offer?
The pedal features Fulltone's Class A FET Enhanced Bypass by default, which preserves picking dynamics through long cable runs and complex pedalboards. An internal switch allows you to toggle to True Bypass if you prefer.
What power specs does the OCD'Lux require?
The pedal accepts 9–18V DC with a center-negative connector and draws 20mA of current.
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