Ibanez TS808HW Hand-Wired Tube Screamer – Collector’s Edition w/ Extra Op-Amps & Metal Box!
Up for sale is the highly sought-after Ibanez TS808HW Hand-Wired Tube Screamer, a premium, boutique version of the legendary TS808. This hand-wired masterpiece delivers the classic overdrive tone that shaped blues and rock history, with even greater clarity, responsiveness, and warmth.
Hand-wired for superior tone and build quality
True bypass – preserves your clean tone when disengaged
JRC4558D chip – the heart of the classic Tube Screamer tone
Includes additional op-amps for tone customization:
- JRC4558P – Slightly tighter, more articulate version of the original
- RC4558P – Brighter, more aggressive with extra gain
- JRC2043DD – Lower gain, more transparent and open tone
Comes in a collector’s edition metal box
Op-Amp | Gain Level | Mids | Compression | Bass Response | Tone Character |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
JRC4558D (Stock) | Medium | Pronounced | Medium | Warm | Classic TS808, smooth and singing |
JRC4558P | Medium | Slightly Less | Lower | Warm | More articulate version of TS808 |
RC4558P | Higher | Less | Medium | Tighter | Brighter, more aggressive |
Sonic Perfection:
The TS808HW delivers smooth, warm overdrive with the iconic midrange boost that cuts through any mix, making it perfect for blues, rock, and boosting a tube amp into natural saturation. Whether you’re chasing Stevie Ray Vaughan’s searing solos or looking for a killer boost to push your amp, this pedal delivers legendary tone.
Condition:
Excellent condition – minimal wear, works perfectly
Includes original box, collector’s metal case, and all extra op-amps
100% authentic Ibanez – no mods or alterations
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1. JRC4558D (Stock Op-Amp in TS808)
- Characteristics:
- Smooth, warm overdrive with rich mids.
- Slight compression, giving a “singing” sustain.
- Classic “TS808 sound” used by Stevie Ray Vaughan and many others.
- Best For:
- Vintage-style blues, rock, and boosting a tube amp into natural saturation.
2. JRC4558P
- Characteristics:
- Very similar to the JRC4558D but slightly tighter and cleaner.
- A bit less compression, making it slightly more articulate.
- Retains the classic midrange hump but with better note separation.
- Best For:
- Players who want a more dynamic version of the original TS808 tone.
3. RC4558P
- Characteristics:
- More gain than the JRC4558D but with less warmth.
- Slightly brighter and edgier, giving a more modern, aggressive feel.
- Tighter bass, but mids are not as pronounced as the stock chip.
- Best For:
- Players who want a Tube Screamer that cuts through the mix more aggressively.