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Overdrive · 1981 Inventions

1981 Inventions LVL

The LVL is a low-gain overdrive pedal designed for stacking with other effects. It was developed collaboratively with Electronic Audio Experiments.

  • 9V DC · center −
  • 45 mA
  • Mono
New
from $206.10
Used (asking)
from $119.99

The rundown

Highlights

  • Low-gain overdrive suitable for layering with other pedals
  • Compact 62 x 112 mm footprint
  • LVL and VOL controls
  • Runs on 9V DC (45 mA), battery-compatible
  • Analog circuitry

Best for

Players who want a subtle overdrive for combining with other effects in their signal chain.

Quick facts

Power
9V DC
Current draw
45 mA
Polarity
Center negative
Dimensions
62 × 112 mm
Controls
LVL, VOL
Stereo
No
MIDI
No
Year
2023
Status
In production

Where to buy 1981 Inventions LVL

$206.10 lowest new price · Reverb

Used listings asking $119.99–$176.62, median $139 (7 listings). Asking prices, not sold prices.

Current offers
SellerConditionPriceLink
ReverbUsed$119.99View
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ReverbUsed$205.16View
ReverbNew$206.10View
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Frequently asked questions

What power supply does the LVL use?

The LVL runs on a 9V DC supply with 45 mA current draw and is battery-compatible.

How big is the LVL?

The LVL measures 62 x 112 mm.

What controls does the LVL have?

The LVL has LVL and VOL controls.

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Specs from pedalfilter. Summary written by PedalBro from those specs and public descriptions.

Page last updated September 29, 2026.