Digitech DOD-250-50TH Overdrive Preamp 250. 50th Anniversary Edition

Celebrating 50 years of iconic tone, the DOD 250 Overdrive/Preamp 50th Anniversary Limited Edition is a tribute to the pedal that shaped generations of guitarists. Hand-built in the USA and limited to just 1,974 units, this collector-grade stompbox honors the original 1974 circuit with modern enhancements, vintage vibe, and modder-friendly design.

With three unique clipping modes, the 50th Anniversary DOD 250 gives you more tonal flexibility than ever—ranging from classic silicon overdrive to germanium asymmetrical warmth, or pure unclipped boost for raw op-amp power. Whether you’re a tone connoisseur, stage performer, or gear enthusiast, this pedal is built to inspire, perform, and last.

Features

• 50th Anniversary Limited Edition – only 1,974 hand-built units available worldwide.
• Made in the USA, honoring the roots of DOD Electronics in Salt Lake City, Utah.
• 3 Overdrives in One:
• SILICON for classic symmetrical clipping
• Ge/ASYM for germanium-driven asymmetrical warmth
• LIFT for diode-free clean boost or op-amp rail clipping
• Socketed LM741 Op-Amp for authentic tone and easy modding.
• Through-hole components replicate the mod-ready design of the original DOD 250.
• Classic two-knob layout for intuitive control over Gain and Level.
• Built for players and collectors alike, celebrating a true piece of pedal history.

Specifications

Construction & Design
- Build: Hand-Built in the USA
- Finish: Limited Edition 50th Anniversary Graphics
- Enclosure: Rugged Metal Chassis
- Controls: Gain, Level, Clipping Mode Toggle Switch (Silicon / Ge-Asym / Lift)

Electronics
- Op-Amp: Socketed LM741 (mod-friendly)
- Clipping Options:
- Silicon Diodes (Vintage Symmetrical Clipping)
- Germanium Asymmetrical Clipping
- Lift (No Diode Clipping)

Power
- Power Supply: 9V DC (center-negative) or 9V battery
- Bypass: True Bypass

Extras
- Special Edition: Only 1,974 made
- Packaging: Commemorative 50th Anniversary box and materials