Fender Santa Ana V2 Overdrive

The Fender Santa Ana V2 is an analog overdrive pedal based on a class A JFET circuit that operates internally at 18 V, providing a wide dynamic range and a responsive feel that reacts to your playing intensity. Its two voices allow you to shift from a natural, defined overdrive to a softer, thicker saturation ideal for solos.

In addition to the Drive, Level, and Tone controls, it features a three-band active EQ that can be activated independently and placed either before or after the overdrive circuit. The Tight switch allows you to control the bass frequencies that enter saturation, while its true bypass or buffered bypass options facilitate integration into various pedalboards.

• Electric guitar overdrive pedal
• Analog class A JFET circuit
• Operates internally at 18 V for a wide dynamic range
• Two selectable overdrive voices
• Voice A with natural, defined, and dynamic saturation
• Voice B with a softer, thicker sound focused on solos
• Drive control to adjust the amount of saturation
• Level control to set the output volume
• Tone control to adjust the high-frequency presence of the overdrive
• Independent three-band active EQ
• Bass, Middle, and Treble controls with flat center position
• EQ activation via a second switch
• EQ Placement switch to position the EQ before or after the overdrive
• Tight switch to cut bass frequencies before saturation
• Multi-switch for setting activation as latch or momentary
• Selector between true bypass and buffered bypass
• Automatic relay bypass in case of power loss
• Connectors located on the top panel
• Input and output via 6.3 mm jack
• Input impedance: 1 MΩ
• Output impedance: 470 Ω
• Power consumption: 220 mA
• Powered by a 9 V DC adapter with center negative polarity, not included
• Power connector: 5.5 x 2.1 mm
• Aluminum enclosure
• Sea Foam Green finish
• Dimensions: 112 x 62 x 56 mm
• Approximate weight: 380 g

Our Opinion

If you're looking for an overdrive that offers more versatility than a standard pedal, the Santa Ana V2 provides plenty of options without being complicated to use. You can achieve everything from a light, dynamic saturation to a fuller sound suitable for solos, all while maintaining a very natural response to your guitar's volume and playing dynamics.

The independent EQ is one of its strongest features, allowing you to adapt the pedal to different guitars and amps or even create a second tone setting. We find it especially useful for players who want both overdrive and EQ in a single pedal, saving space on the pedalboard and giving you extensive control over the frequencies that enter and exit the saturation circuit.