40 captures in both ToneX v2 and NAM A2 formats of the Nobels ODR-1 Natural Overdrive, the version without the Bass Cut feature. For those using Genome, a Paradex model is also included. Details are in the thumbnail above.
A long-standing favourite of Nashville session guitarists, the Nobels ODR-1 has earned its reputation through a distinctive, full-bodied overdrive sound that sits apart from the more mid-focused Tube Screamer family. First introduced in 1993, the ODR-1 delivers a broad frequency response with generous low end, smooth highs and a rich, natural breakup that retains the character of the guitar and amplifier. Its unique Spectrum control shapes the bass and treble together, allowing players to move from warm, rounded tones to brighter, more cutting sounds without losing the pedal's characteristic depth. At lower gain settings, it adds a subtle thickness and grit to clean tones, while increasing the drive produces a muscular, harmonically rich overdrive with plenty of punch and sustain. The ODR-1 excels at country picking, blues, roots rock and crunchy rhythm work.
A pedalboard staple for decades, the ODR-1 is closely associated with session greats such as Tim Pierce, Tom Bukovac and Guthrie Trapp, as well as country guitarist Keith Urban, helping establish its place as one of the defining overdrive sounds of modern country and roots music.
