Awestruck Amplification Mayday Discrete Boost

Today, we’re diving into our second pedal (of three in their current lineup) from Awestruck Amplification, a boutique builder out of Michigan. Today’s creation is the Mayday Discrete Boost, a one-knob, one-toggle device that will push your amp and shape your tone in an instant. From slight volume jump to edge-of-breakup glory, this unit reminds us all that you can’t always judge a pedal by its parameters…

The Mayday is a discrete boost inspired by a classic 60’s treble booster circuit. At its core, this pedal utilizes a single silicon transistor to boost your guitar’s signal and provide additional texture. The Voice toggle allows you to select between three different voicing options: treble (center), mid-range (up), & full range (down). This pedal preserves the greatness of the treble boosters before it, but also improves upon the design with modern amenities, such as standard center-negative power, a silicon transistor for consistent tone in all environments, and voicing flexibility. The Mayday Boost is not for the faint of heart – it’s bold, punchy, and full of character (just look at the size of that knob!) Engage it in those emergency situations when you need just a little more on top: “Mayday, Mayday!”

The Mayday Discrete Boost make look seemingly simple at first glance, but upon further review there’s a LOT to delve into with this one-knob gem. Handmade by a builder with a soldering iron and a dream, these pedals are well-built, using top quality components, including Alpha potentiometers, WIMA capacitors, & Royal Ohm resistors. Head over to the Awestruck Amplification website for more info and ordering, and don’t forget to check out our demo video as well – cheers!!