Aclam Dr. Robert

The Aclam Dr. Robert packs the authentic overdrive sound of the British Invasion into a compact effects pedal whose analogue circuitry is clearly based on the preamp of probably the rarest and most mysterious guitar amplifier from Great Britain. In addition to the first-class sound characteristics, the unique artwork from the pen of Klaus Voormannwho designed the Grammy-winning cover for the Beatles' Revolver album.

analogue Circuit with British Sound

At the heart of Aclam's Dr. Robert is a full analogue UL730-style circuit built by the Spanish effects company with carefully selected components of the highest quality. Accordingly, the effect pedal delivers a particularly dynamic overdrive with the coveted British chime.

versatile with 3-band EQ

In addition to the gain and volume controls for adjusting the distortion and output volume, the Dr. Robert from Aclam has a flexible 3-band EQ for precise tuning of the tone. The important mid control is located directly accessible on the top of the pedal, while the bass and treble controls are mini pots inside the pedal.

Mach Schau!

Activated via a dedicated footswitch, the "Mach Schau!" function adds more saturation to the Dr. Robert's overdrive if desired, with the intensity adjustable via a separate control. The unusual name of the Saturation circuit here comes from a goading exclamation used by the manager of a Hamburg club to goad a young British band into more activity on stage.

Pedalboard mounting

The Aclam Dr. Robert versatile also proves its worth when it comes to mounting the pedalboard. Thanks to the preparation for the Smart Track system, the effect pedal can be mounted on the Smart Track pedalboards of the Spanish company fixed by means of two thumbscrews accessible via the sides of the housing. In addition, the pedal comes with precisely cut Velcro tape for traditional pedalboards.

The Aclam Dr. Robert at a glance:

• Overdrive effect pedal for electric guitar and electric bass, made in Spain.
  
• White finish with artwork from Klaus Voormann
  
• Amp-in-a-Box concept with authentic British UL730-style overdrive
• Fully analogue circuitry
• Gain and volume controls
• 3-band EQ with direct-access mid control and bass and treble controls inside
• "Mach Schau!" function with dedicated MS Volume control for added saturation to the sound
• Relay-controlled true bypass
• Stable metal enclosure with Smart Track mounting system for Aclam Smart Track pedalboards
• including Velcro tape and non-slip rubber mat for sticking on