Stoll Effects Half Horse 1 of 200 First Edition Overdrive Pedal

Retailing in the region of £299.00

On the menu for January 2026 are the Guitar Pedals, freshly added and carefully selected. These New units are available to order online with fast, secure delivery from trusted UK retailers. Read on for full details, specifications, demos, videos, reviews, and the best places to buy the Guitar Pedals today.


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On the menu for January 2026 are the Guitar Pedals, freshly added and carefully selected. These New units are available to order online with fast, secure delivery from trusted UK retailers. Read on for full details, specifications, demos, videos, reviews, and the best places to buy the Guitar Pedals today.

The Half Horse is a versatile overdrive pedal that combines classic tones with modern flexibility. It delivers smooth, musical distortion, with a focus on the midrange, giving your sound presence and warmth. 

Gain

The Gain Stage is driven by two NOS Germanium diodes, enabling a range from soft to hard clipping. Start at 7 o’clock and gradually turn it clockwise to find the gain level you prefer.

Tone

The tone control is active. It cuts or boosts frequencies above 400 Hz. Start at 12 o’clock for a neutral setting. Turn clockwise to boost or counterclockwise to attenuate.

Volume

As simple as it sounds, the volume pot will level the output signal. Start at 12 o’clock and find the right volume that fits your setup. You can also try using the pedal as a boost with the gain level set to zero.

In this fully analog circuit, each knob has a unique effect on the sound, and the way they interact with each other provides a multitude of possibilities for tone shaping. By adjusting the different knobs, you can explore a wide rang of sounds until you find the one that matches your preferences. Don’t hesitate to experiment and try different combinations, as it can lead to exciting results. Also make sure to check our website for demonstration videos.

Mode Switch

CL mode
The classic mode delivers a familiar, balanced overdrive sound, perfect for vintage enthusiasts and guitarists who appreciate a smooth, dynamic tone. Switching the pedal on will light up the LED in red.

SE mode
This modification provides more volume and added punch without altering the core character of the pedal. Switching the pedal on will light up the LED in blue.

The switch circuit is not designed to be used while playing. You may hear a ‘plop’ when using the slide switch. It is better to use the switch while the pedal is in bypass mode.

Power

Please use only a standard pedal power supply with a center negative polarity. You must plug in a cable to activate the pedal.
It is recommended to use grounded power supplies to prevent hum. Likewise, the analog pedal should not be used with digital pedals in a daisy-chain setup. When connecting through a mixer, audio interface, or PC, ground loops may occur, which could require a non-grounded power supply.
technical data

Specifications

  • True Bypass Yes
  • Switch Typ Soft Switch momentary
  • Length 113mm
  • Width 92mm (96mm incl. jacks)
  • Height 36mm (54mm incl. footswitch)
  • Weight 630g
  • Voltage 9V DC (center-negative)
  • Current 140mA (9V only)
  • Power supply included No
  • Battery compartment No
  • RoHS Compliant CE (EU) Compliant
  • Designed and assembled in Germany

Additional information

Weight 1 kg

Category

Guitar Pedals

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Boost

Distortion

Distortion pedals take your clean guitar signal and transform it into something bigger, bolder, and full of attitude. By clipping the waveform, they add sustain, bite, and aggression, creating that thick, compressed tone that’s powered rock music for decades. From the growling crunch of classic hard rock to the tight, saturated roar of modern metal, distortion is all about energy and presence. It gives every note weight and authority, pushing your amp to its limits and beyond.

There are countless flavours of distortion, each with its own texture and edge. Some sound smooth and creamy, others raw and gnarly like tearing fabric. It’s the sonic equivalent of turning up the heat until the sound cooks — rich, sizzling, and perfectly seasoned to taste. Whether used for rhythm muscle or soaring leads, a good distortion pedal doesn’t just add volume; it adds personality, grit, and that unmistakable sense of power under your fingers.

New

This is brand new, fresh in, and a UK warranty is included. New Gear always comes from trusted UK music retailers.

Overdrive

Like a golden layer of melted cheese — warm, gooey, and just put it all over. It adds just the right amount of richness and grit, turning a clean signal into something smooth and savoury. Designed to mimic the natural breakup of a tube amp pushed to its sweet spot, overdrive delivers the flavour of classic rock and blues in every bite. From creamy mid-gain warmth to crisp edge-of-breakup sparkle, it’s the comfort food of guitar tone — simple, satisfying, and endlessly versatile. Whether it’s a mild crunch or a full-bodied roar, overdrive is where good taste begins.

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Volume

Volume pedals control the output level of a guitar signal using a foot-operated treadle. They allow smooth volume swells, dynamic control during playing, and easy muting between songs. Volume pedals can be placed at different points in the signal chain to either control overall loudness or adjust gain and drive behaviour when positioned before distortion or overdrive pedals.

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