The Beetronics Octahive V2 Custom Shop Ouija is a high-octave fuzz pedal, a Custom Shop edition of the Octahive V2 that Beetronics describes as a raging high-octave fuzz inspired by '70s classics, reimagined with modern switching and expanded playability. It runs in two modes: BUZZZ delivers searing, high-gain fuzz that is thick and aggressive, while OCTAVE produces screaming, psychedelic octave-up tones that cut right through. As of 25 October 2026 the pedal was listed as sold out on Beetronics' site, at a regular price of £207.00 GBP1.
Two modes: BUZZZ and OCTAVE
The pedal's two modes give it distinct sonic personalities. BUZZZ mode is the raw fuzz voice, which Beetronics describes as searing, high-gain fuzz that is thick and aggressive. OCTAVE mode shifts to the octave-up character the Octahive is known for, with tones Beetronics describes as screaming and psychedelic, cutting through a mix1.
The Custom Shop Dual FS version of the Octahive, a related variant with two footswitches, gives a further sense of how the octave voice behaves. Beetronics' page for that pedal says that on the octave mode, things can get really nasty, splashy and gated, and that it is great for high gain leads, especially when played above the 12th fret, with ring modulator-like overtones at low gain settings2.
Footswitch behavior and response times
The V2 keeps the fuzz character of the original Octahive but adds smart footswitching, customizable switching profiles and improved live control, according to Beetronics1.
- Mode switching: double-tap the footswitch to toggle between BUZZZ and OCTAVE, or hold it for momentary switching1
- Response profiles: selectable footswitch response times, chosen from Fast (20ms), Medium (100ms) or Lazy (250ms)1
The response profiles matter in live use: Fast reacts within 20 milliseconds for tight, immediate switching, while Lazy at 250ms gives a slower, more deliberate response. Being able to pick the profile means the pedal can be matched to how a player actually uses momentary and toggled switching on stage1.
Controls
The Octahive V2 Custom Shop has three knobs, which Beetronics describes as intuitive: Pre, Honey and Volume1.
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| Pre | Acts like your guitar's volume knob; set it where the octave harmonics bloom best, and the pedal always lands there when engaged1 |
| Honey | Fuzz voicing control, part of the pedal's intuitive Pre, Honey and Volume layout1 |
| Volume | Output level1 |
The Pre knob is the one that shapes the octave response most directly. Because the pedal returns to the same Pre setting every time it is engaged, the point where the octave harmonics bloom stays consistent across a set, rather than depending on how hard the guitar's own volume knob is pushed at any moment1.
Power, bypass and size
The pedal runs on 9V DC center-negative power, which Beetronics calls standard pedal power, and draws around 50mA1. It is true bypass: Beetronics states that it keeps your signal clean and untouched when disengaged1. The enclosure measures about 4.5" x 2.5" x 2.25" and weighs approximately 0.8 lbs, which the maker describes as small and built like a tank1.
The related OctaHive High Octave Fuzz Custom Shop Dual FS version uses a larger 5.5" x 3.25" x 2" enclosure, ships in a 6.75" x 5.25" x 3.25" package, requires a 9VDC center-negative supply and does not include a power supply2.
The Octahive family
The Custom Shop Ouija is one of several Octahive versions. The original Beetronics OctaHive established the high-octave fuzz design, and the V2 keeps its fuzz character while adding the smart footswitching and selectable response profiles described above1. Other versions include the Octahive v2 High Octave Buzz standard release and the OctaHive High Octave Fuzz Custom Shop Dual FS, a dual-footswitch Custom Shop variant2. Beetronics also offers the pedal through its Custom Series, such as the OctaHive "American Beeauty" Custom Series with dual footswitch3.
Purchases from Beetronics carry a 14-day money back guarantee, per the maker's product page1.
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Questions
Is the Beetronics Octahive V2 true bypass?
Yes. Beetronics states the Octahive V2 is true bypass and that it keeps your signal clean and untouched when the pedal is disengaged, so your dry tone passes through unchanged when the effect is off.
What power supply does the Octahive V2 Custom Shop Ouija need?
It runs on a 9V DC center-negative supply, which Beetronics describes as standard pedal power. The pedal draws around 50mA, so a typical isolated pedalboard supply output can handle it. The related Custom Shop Dual FS version is also listed as requiring 9VDC center negative, with no power supply included.
Does the Octahive V2 run on a battery?
The maker's product page lists 9V DC center-negative power and a current draw of around 50mA, and does not list battery operation, so plan on using a pedal power supply with this pedal.
What does the Pre knob do on the Octahive V2?
Beetronics says the Pre knob acts like your guitar's volume knob. You set it where the octave harmonics bloom best, and the pedal will always land at that point when engaged, so the octave response is consistent every time you switch the effect on.
How do you switch between BUZZZ and OCTAVE mode?
Double-tap the footswitch to toggle between BUZZZ and OCTAVE modes, or hold the footswitch for momentary switching. The pedal also offers selectable footswitch response profiles, so you can choose how quickly it reacts.
How big is the Octahive V2 Custom Shop?
Beetronics lists the Octahive V2 Custom Shop at about 4.5 x 2.5 x 2.25 inches and approximately 0.8 lbs, which the maker describes as small and built like a tank.
Sources (3)
- Octahive v2 • Custom Shop Ouija, Beetronics
- Octahive High Octave Fuzz Custom Shop Dual FS OH1995, Beetronics (www.beetronicsfx.com)
- Octahive "American Beeauty" Custom Series (Dual Footswitch), Beetronics (beetronicsfx.com)
