Find the perfect balance between overdrive and distortion!
The Shanks ODS-1 is a premium overdrive pedal born out of a collaboration between legendary guitarist/producer John Shanks and Vemuram.
Designed with versatility in mind, the ODS-1 seamlessly blends transparent overdrive with dynamic distortion.
Whether you’re dialing in soulful blues, punchy rock rhythms, or fiery leads, the ODS-1 strikes the perfect balance between overdrive and distortion.
For added flexibility, the ODS-1 features two trimmers for fine-tuning Bass and Saturation, allowing it to adapt to any rig or style.
Built with exceptional attention to detail, the ODS-1 is perfect for both the stage and the studio — a must-have for any board!
Vemuram Shanks ODS-1 overdrive features:
• A collaboration between John Shanks and Vemuram.
• Covers a wide range of sounds, from clean tones to roaring distortion!
• Controls: Level, Gain, Tone.
• Trimmers: Bass and Saturation adjustments.
• Power: 9V DC.
• Current Draw: 5mA.
• Dimensions: 2.76" x 4.41" x 1.97".
Specs
| Type | Overdrive |
| Condition | New |
| Power | 9V DC |
| Current Draw | 100mA |
| Power supply included | No |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 1 year |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
FREE SHIPPING
- Free shipping within Canada.
- Free shipping to the USA.
- Free shipping on international orders over 520$.
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Fast Delivery
- Canada : 1 - 2 business days
- USA : 1 - 2 business days
- Rest of the world: 3 - 5 business days.
Hassle-Free Returns
You have 45 days to test your new gear. If you choose to return it, we’ll send a full refund. It’s that simple: no bogus restocking fees or charges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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• In stock items are ready to ship.
• Out of stock items are currently unavailable.
You can enter your email to be notified when an item is back in stock.
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Where are you located? +
We’re based in Blainville, Quebec, Canada.
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When will my order ship? +
Orders placed before 12 PM EST ship the same business day.
Tracking details are sent shortly after purchase.
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How much does shipping cost? +
Most orders ship free to Canada and the US.
International orders ship free on purchases over $520 CAD.
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Which shipping methods do you use? +
Orders ship via UPS Expedited by default.
For faster delivery, you can select UPS Express Saver at checkout.
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How long does shipping take? +
Typical delivery times are:
• Canada: 2–3 business days with UPS Expedited, 1 business day with UPS Express Saver
• USA: 2–3 business days with UPS Expedited, 1 business day with UPS Express Saver
• International: 3–5 business days with UPS Expedited, 2–3 business days with UPS Express Saver
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Which payment methods do you accept? +
We accept all major credit cards and PayPal.
Financing options are available through Klarna and RBC PayPlan.
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Do Canadian customers pay sales tax? +
Yes. Sales tax is applied based on your province of residence:
• Alberta: 5%
• British Columbia: 5%
• Manitoba: 5%
• New Brunswick: 15%
• Newfoundland and Labrador: 15%
• Northwest Territories: 5%
• Nova Scotia: 14%
• Nunavut: 5%
• Ontario: 13%
• Prince Edward Island: 15%
• Quebec: 14.975%
• Saskatchewan: 5%
• Yukon: 5%
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Do USA customers pay import fees? +
Yes. Starting August 29, 2025, all US-bound shipments will be subject to duties, taxes, and brokerage fees.
These charges are determined by US Customs and collected by UPS at delivery.
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Do international customers pay import fees? +
Yes. International shipments may be subject to duties and taxes.
These charges are set by the destination country’s customs authority and collected by UPS at delivery.
Customer Reviews
This is an incredible pedal !!!
This pedal is perfection, like a Klon or a King of Tone. This will not be coming off the pedalboard anytime soon.
Thanks Electric Mojo !
Worthy of the hype
The winning feature for me on this pedal is the low pass filter trim pot. My rig is set up for a hybrid acoustic guitar which is very sensitive on the low end to any gain. Being able to dial back the lows allows me to set up a very responsive and tight tone envelope for some more aggressive rhythm parts as well as for leads. The saturation adjustment is also very helpful for dialing in the optimal rage of gain in this set-up. The pedal itself is solid and a nice looking addition to my board.
