ThorpyFX Peacekeeper Low Gain Overdrive Mini Pedal

Retailing in the region of £215.00

On the menu for January 2026 are the ThorpyFX 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 ThorpyFX Guitar Pedals today.


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On the menu for January 2026 are the ThorpyFX 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 ThorpyFX Guitar Pedals today.

The Peacekeeper is a low-gain overdrive that works great as a boost to your dirty amplifier or as a pure overdrive that sits on the edge of crunch. ThorpyFX have redesigned the pedal with a smaller footprint to fit perfectly on a Pedaltrain board. 

Highly Controllable

A lot of pedals contain the entire EQ in the same part of the circuit. It is the easiest way to make a 3 band setup but it is certainly not the best way. To get the most out of the controls available, ThorpyFX moved the midrage control before the pre-gain circuit. This gives you even more room to customise your sound. The Peacekeeper can fit in with almost any rig thanks to its huge versatility.

The high and low EQ controls are part of an active stack that sits after the pre-gain circuit. This gives these controls the widest range possible as you can go from completely cut frequencies to heavily boosted tones that cut through the mix.

Clean Boost to Moderate Gain

With the pre-gain set low and the volume pushed, you get a stunning clean boost that can step your driven amp up a notch for leads. You can also use this pedal with a bit of extra pre-gain to really start pushing the amplifier with a soft almost driven sound that is suited beautiful for blues and alternative rock styles.

Premium components

ThorpyFX pedals are built to last. The unique recessed look protects the dials from breakage and the dangers of touring. Its metal casing ensures the delicate circuit is well housed.   

Only the very best electronics have gone into building ThorpyFX pedals. 1% metalfilm resistors, Wima and Panasonic capacitors, Neutrik jacks and a Burr-Brown Opamp deliver a crisp effect.

Specifications:

  • Gain, Volume, Treble, Presence & Bass controls
  • Rugged metal enclosure
  • ThorpyFX signature chrome finish
  • Size: (W)70mm x(L)145mm x(H)60mm =(2.75"x5.7"x2.36") designed to fit perfectly across two Pedaltrain spars.

Additional information

Weight 0.5 kg

Brand

ThorpyFX

ThorpyFX is a British company renowned for designing and manufacturing high-quality guitar effects pedals. Founded by Adrian Thorpe, a former British Army officer, the company is celebrated for its meticulous attention to detail, innovative circuit designs, and durable construction.

ThorpyFX pedals are highly regarded by musicians for their tonal clarity, versatility, and unique soundscapes, making them popular among both professional and amateur guitarists. The company has gained a strong reputation in the boutique pedal market, with each pedal handcrafted and rigorously tested to ensure exceptional performance.

Category

Guitar Pedals

Tags

Boost

EQ

While Ed Sheeran primarily relies on the natural sound of his acoustic guitar and vocals, he occasionally uses EQ (Equalization) to shape and enhance his tone during live performances or in the studio. EQ pedals or onboard preamps can allow him to adjust the frequency response of his guitar signal to suit the acoustics of different venues or to achieve specific tonal characteristics. Here’s how EQ might be utilized in Ed Sheeran’s setup:

1. **Tonal Shaping**: EQ can be used to adjust the balance of frequencies in the guitar signal, allowing Ed Sheeran to shape his tone to his liking. For example, he might boost the midrange frequencies to bring out the warmth and presence of his acoustic guitar, or cut certain frequencies to reduce any harshness or mud in the sound.

2. **Feedback Control**: In a live setting, EQ can help control feedback by notching out problematic frequencies that might cause the guitar signal to feed back through the amplification system. This can be particularly useful when performing in venues with challenging acoustics or high volume levels.

3. **Room Correction**: In situations where the venue’s acoustics are less than ideal, EQ can be used to compensate for any deficiencies in the sound. By adjusting the EQ settings, Ed Sheeran can tailor the guitar tone to sound more balanced and natural, regardless of the room’s acoustic properties.

4. **Matching Gear**: EQ can also be used to match the tone of Ed Sheeran’s guitar to the sound of other instruments or equipment in his setup. For example, he might adjust the EQ to complement the tonal characteristics of his vocal microphone or to blend seamlessly with backing tracks or other instruments.

Overall, while EQ may not be a central component of Ed Sheeran’s guitar effects setup, it can still play a valuable role in shaping his tone and ensuring that he achieves the desired sound in different performance environments. Whether used subtly for tonal shaping or more aggressively for feedback control, EQ allows Ed Sheeran to tailor his guitar tone to suit his musical vision and performance needs.

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.

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.