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DOD YJM308 Yngwie J. Malmsteen Signature Preamp Overdrive pedal, a discontinued signature model developed with Yngwie Malmsteen himself. It’s based on the classic DOD 250 overdrive (which he famously used for decades), but voiced for his high-gain, clear, searing neoclassical tone—offering everything from warm boost to aggressive distortion with just Gain and Level knobs.
This one is in excellent barely if ever used condition (there is no minor scuffs and wear typical for these), still in its foam-lined spot—from the original packaging.
DOD YJM308 Preamp Overdrive Effect Pedal in great condition, inspired by legendary guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen. This compact, no-nonsense pedal delivers vintage Marshall-style overdrive, perfect for cutting through the mix with tight, articulate tone and dynamic response. Simple control layout with Gain and Level knobs lets you dial in anything from subtle boost to aggressive saturation. Features true bypass for clean signal preservation when disengaged. Housed in a durable metal chassis, this classic analog pedal runs on a 9V battery or standard 9V power adapter (not included). Ideal for guitarists seeking that iconic neoclassical shred tone or a versatile boost for leads, this YJM308 combines legendary sound with road-ready reliability.
These are no longer in production, so prices have crept up on the used market. Based on recent sales and listings across sites like Reverb and :
It’s a solid value for fans of Yngwie’s tone or anyone wanting a versatile, amp-pushing overdrive—many players still swear by it as a hidden gem.
From advertising from when this first came on the market: DOD announces the introduction of their new YJM308 overdrive pedal, which was developed to meet the exacting sound requirements of artist Yngwie Malmsteen. Yngwie, a long-time user of the DOD250 overdrive pedal, worked with the DOD engineering team to help create the tone and overdrive qualities of the new YJM308. The process required rigorous electronic testing and real-time analysis of various overdrive and equalization combinations before they finally were able to match Yngwie's signature sound. The YJM308, which uses Yngwie's initials in its name, features Gain and Level controls and a bypass footswitch.
"When I was a kid in Sweden back in 1978, I bought my first DOD 250 pedal. This preamp overdrive pushing the front end of my tube amps has been a key element to my tone ever since. Like most handwired vintage equipment of the era, there is some variety in the sound between my different old gray pedals. DOD took my favorite pedal and used that as the reference to create the YJM308. Now I can always get my trademark tone and keep my original vintage gear safe at home. More than that, this new pedal sounds so good it is what I am using these days. I have not hooked up my old 250s at all recently. I am using the YJM308 for everything, including my new album. Not to mention it looks cool" - Yngwie Malmsteen
