The Beetronics Overhive Damask is a Custom Series edition of the Overhive, a medium-gain overdrive pedal. Beetronics describes it as "an extremely versatile medium gain overdrive" that keeps the core of your tone intact: "Your sound remains punchy and direct with a warm musical break up and singing sustain." The maker's pitch is that the pedal works with your amp rather than covering it, saying "It's round and warm tone respects your amp, enhancing it's best qualities while dynamically reacting to your playing."1
If you are looking at the Overhive family, the Damask is one of many finishes and editions of the same medium-gain circuit, alongside versions like the Overhive Skull Blaze and Overhive "Transylvania". For how this kind of circuit sits next to other drives, see the site's Overdrive Pedals page or the Boss SD-1 vs Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer comparison1.
The Overhive Damask was listed as sold out on Beetronics' product page as of 25 October 2026. It is a Custom Series release, so it appears in limited runs rather than as a standard catalog item.1
Controls
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| Honey | Beetronics says it "just adds the sugar": roll it down for a nice and smooth crunch, or roll it up for a smooth and dynamic drive, where your hands dictate the breakup1 |
| Hive switch | Can make you sound bigger and fatter, or tighter and thinner1 |
| Body switch | Adds a low end boost; Beetronics calls it great for switching guitars on a set or when you feel like adding low end1 |
| Tone | A tone control1 |
| Master volume | Sets the pedal's output level1 |
The Honey control is the gain-adjacent knob, and the two switches shape the low end and overall body of the drive before it hits the tone and master volume stages1.
Size, weight and power
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Pedal size | 5.5" x 3.5" x 2.75" (including knobs, switches and etc)1 |
| Enclosure size | 5.5" x 3.25" x 2"1 |
| Pedal weight | 1 lbs / 0.5 kilos1 |
| Package size | 6.75" x 5.25" x 3.25"1 |
| Package weight | 1 lbs 8 oz / 0.75 kilos1 |
| Power | Requires 9VDC power supply (Center Negative), not included1 |
The pedal runs on a standard 9VDC center negative supply, the same type most pedalboard power bricks provide, but no supply comes in the box1.
Returns and warranty
Beetronics offers a 30-Day Hive Happiness Guarantee on returns, with shipping not included. Two conditions apply1:
- If a product shows signs of wear and tear or is missing its "bee-cessories," there might be a modest restocking fee of 15%, or the possibility of receiving store credit instead.1
- Products labeled as "Scratch and Dent" are sold in their current stripy condition and cannot be returned for a refund.1
Questions
What does the Body switch do on the Overhive?
The Body switch adds a low end boost. Beetronics describes it as great for when you are switching guitars on a set, or any time you feel like adding extra low end to the pedal's response. It works alongside the Hive switch, which can make you sound bigger and fatter or tighter and thinner.
What power supply does the Beetronics Overhive need?
The Overhive requires a 9VDC power supply with a center negative plug. A power supply is not included with the pedal, so you will need to provide your own, such as a dedicated pedal power supply or a compatible output on a pedalboard power brick.
Is the Overhive Damask still available?
As of the most recent check of Beetronics' product page, the Overhive Damask was listed as sold out. It is a Custom Series release, so availability depends on when Beetronics runs new batches of custom-finished pedals.
How much does the Overhive Damask weigh?
The pedal itself weighs 1 lbs, or 0.5 kilos. With packaging, the package weight is 1 lbs 8 oz, or 0.75 kilos, in a box measuring 6.75 by 5.25 by 3.25 inches.
Sources (1)
- Overhive, Beetronics
