The Beetronics Overhive Gamer Skull OV750 is a medium gain overdrive pedal from Beetronics' Custom Series, built around the same circuit as the standard Overhive but finished in the Gamer Skull artwork. Beetronics describes the Overhive as "an extremely versatile medium gain overdrive" whose "round and warm tone respects your amp, enhancing it's best qualities while dynamically reacting to your playing."1
Controls
The pedal keeps its control set small: three knobs and two switches, all of which shape the drive character rather than adding extra modes.1
| 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 drive1 |
| Tone | Tone control for shaping the treble of the drive1 |
| Master volume | Sets the pedal's output level1 |
| 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 set1 |
The Hive switch works as the pedal's broad voicing control, sitting ahead of the finer tone shaping, while the Body switch is the one to reach for when a change of guitars leaves the low end thinner than you want.1
Power and what is in the box
The Overhive Gamer Skull requires a 9VDC power supply with a center negative connector, the standard for most pedalboard supplies. Beetronics states plainly that the pedal does not include a power supply, so you will need to use your own.1
No power supply is included with the pedal. It requires 9VDC, center negative.1
Size and weight
The Gamer Skull uses the same enclosure as other Overhive versions, which Beetronics lists at 5.5" x 3.25" x 2". With knobs and switches included, the pedal measures 5.5" x 3.5" x 2.75" and weighs 1 lbs / 0.5 kilos. The shipping package is 6.75" x 5.25" x 3.25" and weighs 1lbs8oz / 0.75 kilos.1
Buying direct from Beetronics
Beetronics backs the pedal with its 30-Day Hive Happiness Guarantee, shipping not included. If a return shows wear or missing parts, the maker says there might be a modest restocking fee of 15%, or the possibility of receiving store credit instead.1
The Gamer Skull OV750 was listed as sold out on Beetronics' product page as of 25 October 2026.1
Other Overhive versions
The Overhive circuit has appeared in many limited and Custom Series finishes, including the Overhive Skull Blaze, Overhive "Transylvania", Overhive Icelandic, Overhive "Batman" and Overhive Unchained. For a different take on the same family of drives, Beetronics also makes the Fatbee overdrive and the Nectar Tone Sweetener, which pairs overdrive with a fuzz mode. For how a medium gain drive like this sits against other approaches, see the site's guide to overdrive pedals or the comparison of the Boss SD-1 vs Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer.
Questions
What does the Hive switch do on the Beetronics Overhive?
The Hive switch changes the overall body of the sound. Beetronics says it can make you sound bigger and fatter, or tighter and thinner, so it works as a broad voicing control that shapes how the overdrive sits with your guitar and amp before you even touch the gain.
What is the Body switch on the Overhive for?
The Body switch adds a low end boost. Beetronics points to it as useful when you are switching guitars on a set, for example when moving from a brighter guitar to a thinner sounding one, or any time you want extra low end from the pedal.
Does the Beetronics Overhive Gamer Skull come with a power supply?
No. Beetronics states the pedal does not include a power supply. It requires a 9VDC supply with a center negative connector, the same standard used by most pedalboard power supplies.
How big is the Beetronics Overhive Gamer Skull?
The pedal measures 5.5 by 3.5 by 2.75 inches including knobs and switches, and weighs 1 pound, or 0.5 kilos. The shipping package is 6.75 by 5.25 by 3.25 inches and weighs 1 pounds 8 ounces, or 0.75 kilos.
Sources (1)
- Overhive, Beetronics
