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At A Glance

Input Impedance
600 kΩ
Output Impedance
3 kΩ
Nominal Input Level
+6 dBV
Maximum Output Level
+26 dBV
Bypass
True Bypass without Buffer selected
Tone Control (@ Full CCW
-20 dB @ 3 kHz
Current Draw
18.5 mA @ 9 VDC
Power Requirements
9 VDC (ECB003 AC adapter)
Throughput Gain
up to +50 dB @ 1kHz
Description

Dunlop positioned the MXR Sugar Drive (M294) within the MXR effects line as an overdrive pedal based on a rare circuit, covering a range from clean boosting to heavier distortion tones. It carried true bypass switching, with a buffer available as an alternative bypass mode.

The pedal operated on 9 VDC power, drawing 18.5 mA, and was specified for use with the ECB003 AC adapter. Its input impedance was rated at 600 kΩ and output impedance at 3 kΩ, with a nominal input level of +6 dBV, a maximum output level of +26 dBV, and throughput gain of up to +50 dB at 1 kHz. A tone control provided up to −20 dB of cut at 3 kHz when turned fully counter-clockwise.

Owners sourcing a replacement AC adapter should confirm compatibility with the 9 VDC, center-negative standard common to MXR pedals; a qualified guitar technician or electronics technician can assist with any internal servicing or bypass-mode configuration.

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