Warm Audio Centavo – Professional Overdrive Pedal (Black)

OVERVIEW

The Warm Audio Centavo brings the legendary sound of one of the most iconic overdrive pedals in history into a modern, accessible format. Known for its transparent boost, smooth clipping, and musical response, this circuit has been a favourite among world-class guitarists for decades. The Centavo recreates that magic with precision, delivering everything from subtle tone enhancement to rich, harmonically complex overdrive.

“The Centavo (a dead-on ‘Klone’) I’ll save you the trouble and let you know that the Centavo is bonafide knockout.” — Guitar World

“Does the Centavo sound like a real deal Klon for less than a 20th of the price of a used original? The short answer: yes.” — Guitar.com

Designed for versatility, the Centavo excels as both an always-on tone sweetener and a powerful gain stage. With gain set low, it delivers a clean, articulate boost that enhances clarity and presence. Push the gain higher, and the pedal reveals its signature overdrive character — warm, dynamic, and responsive to your playing style. The addition of the rear-mounted MOD switch extends the low-end response, allowing for fuller, more powerful tones, particularly on lower strings.

Built with carefully selected components including TL072 op-amps, vintage-style diodes, and premium resistors, the Centavo offers exceptional tonal integrity and reliability. Combined with its custom-cast enclosure and classic control layout, it delivers a playing experience that feels as authentic as it sounds.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Legendary Overdrive Recreated

The Warm Audio Centavo faithfully captures the tone and feel of one of the most sought-after overdrive pedals ever made, delivering iconic boost and drive sounds.

Transparent Boost to Saturated Gain

From subtle clean boost to rich overdrive, the Centavo maintains clarity and definition while adding warmth and harmonic complexity.

MOD Switch for Extended Low-End

The rear-mounted MOD switch enhances bass response, giving you fuller tones and more powerful low-end drive when needed.

Premium Components for Authentic Tone

Featuring TL072 op-amps, vintage-style diodes, and high-quality resistors, the Centavo ensures accurate sound reproduction and long-term reliability.

Classic Design, Modern Build

With a custom-cast enclosure and vintage-style controls, the Centavo offers the look, feel, and performance of the original in a road-ready format.

FEATURES

• Authentic recreation of a legendary overdrive pedal
• Gain, Treble, and Output controls
• Transparent clean boost and overdrive capability
• Rear-mounted MOD switch for extended low-end response
• TL072 op-amps and vintage-style diodes
• Carbon and metal film resistors
• Charge-pump voltage regulator
• Buffered bypass operation
• Custom-cast golden enclosure with oxblood knobs
• Dual-concentric gain knob design
• Hand-tested and inspected
• Suitable for boost, rhythm, and lead tones

TECHNICAL SPECS

Product & External Specs

Product Type: Professional overdrive pedal

Controls:

• Gain
• Treble
• Output

Switch: Rear-mounted MOD switch (extended low-end response)

Enclosure: Custom-cast golden enclosure with accurately tapered oxblood knobs

Inputs/Outputs: 1/4″ input (instrument) and output (amp)

Dimensions:

• Length — 5”
• Width — 6.75”
• Height — 2.25”

Weight: 2 lbs

Warranty: 5-year warranty

Components & Internal Specs

Op-Amps: TL072

Diodes: Vintage-style diodes

Resistors: Carbon + metal film resistors

Voltage Regulation: Charge-pump voltage regulator

Bypass: Buffered bypass

Power

Power Supply: 9V battery or standard 9V DC pedal adapter

Voltage: 9V DC only (no 18V operation)

Power Consumption: 40 mA

DOWNLOADS & SUPPORT

• User Manual
• Product Registration