Caline Pedals Clone List

Last Updated on December 13, 2025 by Justin

Caline Technology is a Chinese pedal maker known for offering budget-friendly clones of popular guitar effects. Since forming in 2010, Caline has released dozens of pedals across several series, often modeling their circuits on well-known boutique and vintage pedals[1][2]. While Caline occasionally introduces original designs, the vast majority of their pedals are inspired by or directly clone famous pedals. Below I list every Caline pedal to date, grouped by series and type, identifying the original pedal it’s based on, comparing their design/tones, and assessing how closely the Caline version matches the original. I also note the evidence for each clone – whether it’s confirmed by circuit analysis, stated in Caline’s marketing, or simply user consensus from the guitar community.

To help you scan the information, I’ve organized the pedals by category and series, and provided a summary comparison table at the end. Short paragraphs under each heading highlight the similarities and differences between the Caline model and its presumed original, plus any quirks (e.g. added controls or tonal tweaks) and whether players consider the clone a good match. All information is backed by sources – including forum analyses, official descriptions, and reviews.

CP Series – Classic Single-Effect Pedals

Caline’s original CP-series (numbered roughly CP-10 through CP-99) covers a wide range of single-effect pedals. Many early CP pedals were straightforward clones of popular circuits, and later CP models often replaced discontinued ones with updated graphics or minor tweaks[3]. Below we break down the CP pedals by effect type.

Overdrive and Boost Pedals (CP-Series)

CP-12 Pure Sky Overdrive – Clone of Paul Cochrane’s Timmy OD

Caline’s Pure Sky is a transparent overdrive with a 4-knob EQ identical to the boutique Timmy pedal. Caline even notes it was “influenced by the Paul Cochrane Timmy”[4]. Circuit analyses confirm a very close copy, making the Pure Sky a highly accurate clone of the Timmy V1 (users report it nails the Timmy’s clear, uncompressed drive character)[5][4]. Verification: Manufacturer description and strong user consensus.

CP-18 Orange Burst Overdrive – Clone of Xotic BB Preamp

The Orange Burst is a two-band EQ overdrive that mirrors the Xotic BB Preamp’s design. Caline states it’s “influenced by the BB Preamp but with its own twist,” offering a cleaner boost range[6]. Like the BB, it uses a dual op-amp and active bass/treble controls. The Orange Burst is considered a faithful clone with slight tweaks – players find it 90–95% of the BB Preamp’s tone for a fraction of the cost[7][6]. Verification: Manufacturer description and circuit similarity.

CP-25 Highway Man Overdrive – Clone of Xotic RC Booster (low-gain OD)

This discontinued OD has a transparent boost/overdrive character. It features a 2-band EQ and is essentially Caline’s take on the Xotic RC Booster, a pedal known for clean boost into mild drive. A pedal tech blog identified the Highway Man as “a Xotic RC Booster” clone, noting its warm, transparent boost that can be pushed into light overdrive[8]. (Some early listings mis-tagged it as a Timmy style, but consensus and analysis lean toward RC Booster.) It’s a highly accurate clone in feel and function, offering the RC’s subtle gain and EQ shaping at low cost[8]. Verification: Circuit comparison and community consensus.

CP-74 Action Replay Overdrive – Clone of BJFE/BearFoot Dyna Red Distortion

Despite the name, the Action Replay is essentially an overdrive/distortion pedal. Caline fans have traced it to the BJFE Dyna Red Distortion, a classic “Marshall-in-a-box” circuit[9]. It delivers a hot, crunchy drive reminiscent of a cranked Plexi. The clone is considered fairly close in tone, though perhaps a bit noisier. Verification: User consensus (per community clone lists[9]).

CP-49 Midlander Overdrive – Clone of Ibanez Tube Screamer (mid-hump OD)

The Midlander directly copies the legendary Tube Screamer circuit[10][11]. With its mid-boosted, smooth clipping, it sounds nearly indistinguishable from a TS808-style Screamer. Clone accuracy is very high – it’s essentially a straight TS clone with true bypass and budget components. Verification: Spartan Music’s clone list confirms it among TS clones[10].

CP-50 Leon Drive – Clone of Fulltone OCD v1.

The Leon Drive is Caline’s take on the OCD, a popular medium-gain overdrive/distortion. It features the OCD’s characteristic switchable voicings and hard-clipping distortion. Reviews and clone lists pair the CP-50 with the OCD (comparing it to Joyo Ultimate Drive, another OCD clone)[12]. It’s considered a solid clone capturing the OCD’s aggressive yet dynamic tone[12]. Verification: Confirmed by clone lists and component comparisons.

CP-10 Hot Mushroom Compressor – Clone of MXR Dyna Comp.

One of Caline’s first pedals (now discontinued), the Hot Mushroom is a red compressor that mirrors the classic two-knob Dyna Comp circuit[13][14]. Caline “heavily influenced” it by the Dyna Comp’s OTA compression design[14]. It’s an accurate clone, though some users found the Caline slightly less transparent (hence later replaced by updated compressor models). Verification: Retail description and community identification.

CP-47 Pressure Tank Compressor – Clone of Diamond Compressor (optical comp).

The Pressure Tank is a yellow compressor which Caline introduced to replace the Hot Mushroom. It uses an optical compression circuit very similar to the boutique Diamond Compressor[15]. Like the Diamond, it has a smooth, studio-like sustain with a tilt EQ. Players note it’s a very close clone, lacking only the Diamond’s high price tag[15]. Verification: Clone list and user consensus.

CP-45 Pressure Point Bass Compressor – Clone of MXR M87 Bass Compressor (or similar).

This bass-specific compressor aims to emulate compressors designed for bass guitar. While not explicitly confirmed, its control set and sound align with the MXR Bass Compressor (which uses studio-style OTA compression). It provides transparent compression suitable for bass frequencies. Verification: User consensus (few direct sources; Caline’s naming just indicates bass use).

CP-59 Press Pass – Boost/Preamp (original design?)

The Press Pass is a boost pedal (likely named as a pun on “press” for boost). It does not cleanly match a single famous pedal; some speculate it’s an approximation of a Micro Amp or EP Booster, but no clear consensus. This might be one of Caline’s few more unique designs or a mash-up of boost circuits. Verification: N/A – no definitive clone info (likely a generic boost).

CP-97 Recluse Boost – Clone of MXR Micro Amp.

The Recluse is a simple clean boost pedal. Its circuit (single knob boost) strongly resembles the MXR Micro Amp linear booster[16]. Many budget pedals copy this straightforward design. The Recluse delivers up to 20dB of clean gain, just like the Micro Amp, making it a virtually identical clone. Verification: Community consensus (listed as Micro Amp clone[16]).

CP-514 Santa Carla Boost – Clone of MXR Micro Amp.

This 5-Series update of the Recluse/Micro Amp concept is identical in function. “Santa Carla” is simply a renamed version with improved housing. It’s still the classic single-stage clean boost circuit. Verification: Caline’s own clone list calls Santa Carla a MXR Micro Amp clone[16].

CP-11 Puffer Fuzz – Clone of Dallas Arbiter Fuzz Face (silicon).

The Puffer Fuzz (discontinued) delivered vintage fuzz tones. Community lore pegs it as a Silicon Fuzz Face style circuit[17]. It had two knobs (fuzz, volume) consistent with Fuzz Face clones. Players found it a bit harsh – the clone accuracy was fair but not perfect (Caline may have used different transistor values)[17]. Verification: User reports (the Reddit list labels Fuzzy Bear as Fuzz Face; Puffer was an earlier fuzz in that family).

CP-46 Fuzzy Bear – Clone of Dunlop Silicon Fuzz Face.

A later Caline fuzz, the brown “Fuzzy Bear,” also tackles the Fuzz Face circuit[17]. Reviews describe it as a “crappy Silicon Fuzz Face” – implying the clone is not particularly accurate due to component or bias differences[17]. It does produce a classic fuzz, just with less refined cleanup. Verification: Reddit clone list[17].

CP-53 Voodoo Octave (Fuzzy Face) – Clone of Foxx Tone Machine (Octave Fuzz).

The Voodoo Octave (sometimes called “Fuzzy Face” in descriptions) is a fuzz with a switchable octave-up, just like the vintage Foxx Tone Machine. Caline’s take indeed copies the Foxx circuit, though reportedly with “some wrong parts” that make it a bit unruly[18]. It’s a loose clone – it does octave fuzz but is noisier and less smooth than an original Foxx Tone Machine. Verification: Reddit clone list notes the mis-match[18].

CP-42 Candy Floss Fuzz – Clone of Electro-Harmonix Big Muff (NYC).

This pink fuzz aims for the classic Muff tone. Its thick sustain and scooped mids suggest it’s cloning a standard EHX Big Muff Pi (NYC version)[19]. Indeed, Caline’s later “Nasty Bear” fuzz was explicitly a Big Muff clone[19], and the Candy Floss appears to be an earlier variant. Clone accuracy is moderate – it captures the massive fuzz character, though with slightly less clarity than the original. Verification: Community clone lists (Big Muff clones).

CP-82 Broadsword Bass Fuzz – Clone of EHX Big Muff (Bass Big Muff).

The Broadsword applies the Muff-style fuzz to bass frequencies, much like the EHX Bass Big Muff. It likely shares topology with Caline’s guitar muffs but with adjusted EQ for lows. Bassists find it delivers thick, fuzzy bass tones akin to the classic bass Muff. Verification: User consensus (by design, few other candidates for a bass fuzz clone).

Distortion and High-Gain Pedals (CP-Series)

CP-15 Tantrum Heavy Metal – Clone of EHX Metal Muff (w/ Top Boost).

The Tantrum is a high-gain distortion that Caline describes as Heavy Metal style. In reality it clones the Electro-Harmonix Metal Muff circuit, including its boosted upper-mid “Top Boost” function[20]. It produces searing, scooped metal tones similar to the Metal Muff’s, and even the control layout is comparable. Accuracy is quite high; one source notes it’s essentially the Metal Muff with boost[20]. Verification: Reddit clone list[20].

CP-16 Mark4 Distortion – Clone of (?)

This discontinued pedal (likely named after the Mesa Boogie Mark IV amp) had a 3-stage high gain tone. A user-traced schematic showed it resembled a Noah’sArk “Distortion B” circuit (a lesser-known high-gain design)[21]. In practice, it delivered chunky saturated distortion but was not directly a Boss or Marshall clone. Clone accuracy is hard to judge; it may be more of a generic high-gain inspired by multiple sources. Verification: Reddit hints at an obscure source[21].

CP-77 Bounty Hunter Distortion – Clone of EHX Micro Metal Muff.

The Bounty Hunter is a compact distortion that many have compared to the Electro-Harmonix Micro Metal Muff[22]. It’s a tight, aggressive distortion suitable for metal riffs. Reportedly, the circuitry aligns with the Micro Metal Muff (which is a stripped-down metal distortion). The Caline provides a similarly biting tone – an accurate clone for practical purposes[22]. Verification: Reddit clone list[22].

CP-78 Red Thorn Distortion – Clone of Marshall Guv’nor / MI Crunch Box.

The Red Thorn, with its British-voiced gain, is believed to fall in the Marshall-in-a-Box category. Some tie it to the original Marshall Guv’Nor or the MI Audio Crunch Box (itself Guv’Nor-inspired). The Crunch Box v1 is a known Caline target (their “Sandstorm” was a Crunch Box clone[23]). The Red Thorn likely continues that lineage. It has a bold, mid-heavy distortion akin to a Marshall stack. Verification: Inferred from product family (successor to Sandstorm Crunch Box clone).

CP-98 Seahawk Distortion – Clone of Friedman BE-OD (high-gain).

The Seahawk is part of Caline’s later lineup, with a name evoking a powerful beast. Community guesses (given its high-gain, modded-Marshall tone) connect it to the Friedman BE-OD or similar modern high-gain pedals. In the Reddit list, “Jaguar” was noted as either a Friedman BE-OD or Crunch Box variant[24]. The Seahawk/Jaguar names suggest animal-themed high gain pedals in Caline’s G/CP range. It provides chunky, tight distortion with lots of saturation. Likely a partial clone of the BE-OD (though not confirmed by trace). Verification: User conjecture (no official confirmation; one of the few uncertain clones[24]).

CP-79 Wolfpack Overdrive/Distortion – Clone of Wampler Plexi-Drive or MI Crunch Box.

The Wolfpack is another animal-themed drive. It’s described as a “modern plexi” sound, which points to either the Wampler Plexi-Drive or the MI Crunch Box (Super Crunch Box) for its circuit. Reddit’s list suggests “Jaguar” and possibly Wolfpack are Crunch Box variants or Friedman-esque[24]. The Wolfpack likely gives a British hot-rod tone in that vein. Verification: Community consensus (no direct citation, extrapolated from similar models and naming).

CP-54 The Big Orange – Clone of Xotic BB Preamp (another take).

Despite the name, Big Orange is not a new effect – it’s effectively another clone of the Xotic BB Preamp, just like the Orange Burst. In fact, Caline’s clone list explicitly equates “The Big Orange Overdrive” to the Xotic BB Preamp[25]. Why clone the same pedal twice? The Big Orange (CP-54) might have slight component tweaks or a different enclosure, but it offers the same smooth mid-gain drive as Orange Burst. It’s a faithful clone of the BB Preamp as well, perhaps introduced with different graphics. Verification: Reddit clone list[25].

CP-43 Pegasus Overdrive – Clone of Klon Centaur.

The Pegasus is Caline’s homage to the iconic Klon Centaur – the mythical name and golden Pegasus graphic give it away. Internally it uses the same dual op-amp boost/distortion topology as a Klon, including a buffered bypass. It delivers the Klon’s famed mid-boosted, transparent drive. The Pegasus is regarded as a solid Klon clone – not 100% part-for-part, but extremely close in sound[26]. (Notably, Caline later released the

CP-14, CP-21 “English Man”, etc. (discontinued)

Caline had a few early distortion pedals with British flavor. For example, one model called English Man was based on the Carl Martin PlexiTone (a Marshall-like distortion)[27]. Caline’s clone list indeed groups a “Caline Englishman” with PlexiTone-style clones[28]. Also, CP-34 Head Room Vintage Distortion was a multi-mode distortion resembling a ProCo Rat (with toggles for turbo/LED clipping)[29][30] – essentially a Rat clone with mods, making it quite accurate to various RAT iterations (normal vs turbo) and using similar op-amp/diodes (a user noted it likely uses the LM308 or equivalent, as per Rat lore)[29]. These early units were later discontinued (CP-34 is listed as discontinued[3]). Verification: English Man – user and clone list[27]; Head Room (CP-34) – community discussion of its Rat-like nature[29].

Modulation and Time-Based Pedals (CP-Series)

CP-61 T-Drive Phase – Clone of MXR Phase 90.

The CP-61 (also seen labeled “Tremors Drive Phase” or simply T-Drive) is a classic 4-stage phaser with one knob, mirroring the MXR Phase 90 script circuit. It gives the iconic swooshing phase tone. This pedal was introduced after Caline’s earlier phaser (if any) was discontinued, so CP-61 is effectively their Phase 90 clone on record. It’s a straight clone in sound and simplicity, lacking only the LED of newer MXRs. Verification: Community consensus (Phase 90 clones are common; Caline’s matches the description).

CP-66 So What Flanger – Clone of Boss BF-2 Flanger.

The “So What” flanger’s name is a playful nod (perhaps to Metallica’s song “So What”, known for flange effects). It features the same control layout as the vintage purple Boss BF-2 Flanger, and Caline’s clone list explicitly pairs it with the BF-2 circuit[31]. It produces classic analog flange from jet-engine sweep to subtle chorusy wash. Accuracy is high – users report it nails the BF-2 sound at a much lower price. Verification: Reddit clone list[31].

CP-62 Reflector Tremolo – Clone of Demeter Tremulator (optical trem).

The Reflector is a warm, bias-varying tremolo. It appears to be based on the boutique Demeter Tremulator, given its smooth sine-wave modulation. While not directly confirmed by Caline, the clone list groups “Reflector” with the Malekko Trem (which itself is a Tremulator-style pedal)[32]. The Reflector Tremolo sounds very natural and amp-like, suggesting a close clone of the Tremulator circuit. Verification: Community clone list (tentative)[32].

CP-48 Honeycomb (Chorus/Vibe) – Clone of Fulltone DejaVibe / Uni-Vibe.

The Honeycomb (discontinued) was a modulation pedal with a throbby, “honeycomb” visual theme – likely intended to emulate a Uni-Vibe style effect. Its higher price and description hint at a vibe circuit (possibly photocell-based). If so, it would mimic the classic Univibe swirl. This is somewhat speculative due to limited info. It may have been replaced by the CP-57 Old School Reverb (the numbering suggests CP-48 was older). Verification: No direct source (inferred from name and function; not widely documented).

CP-44 Reflector Reverb – Clone of Malekko Spring Chicken reverb.

The Reflector (not to be confused with the tremolo above – Caline reused the “Reflector” name) is a compact reverb pedal giving a spring reverb emulation. The Reddit clone list suggests it’s a clone of the Malekko Spring Chicken digital reverb[33]. It has a warm, splashy spring sound. Being digital, it isn’t an exact analog, but the algorithm is likely lifted or imitated. Users find it a good budget stand-in for a spring reverb tank[33]. Verification: Reddit list[33].

CP-41 Ghost Rain Reverb/Delay – Clone of Mad Professor Deep Blue Delay (with reverb mix).

The Ghost Rain is an interesting pedal – it combines a short reverb with an echo, functioning like a “slapback delay plus ambience.” Caline’s Blue Ocean Delay (CP-19) was already a known clone of the Mad Professor Deep Blue Delay[34][35]. The Ghost Rain (CP-41) builds on that, adding a plate-like reverb on the repeats. It’s essentially the Deep Blue Delay’s circuit with a bit of reverb mixed in[36]. The result is a lush echo that Caline describes as “like echo in a valley”[36]. As a clone, the delay portion is spot-on to the Deep Blue (a famously warm, analog-voiced digital delay)[35], though the added reverb is Caline’s own twist. Verification: Caline’s marketing and clone lists[35].

CP-17 Time Space Echo – Clone of Boss DD-2/DD-3 digital delay.

The Time Space (CP-17) is a straightforward digital delay (echo) pedal. Its spec (up to ~500ms delay, simple controls) matches early Boss digital delays like the Boss DD-2/DD-3. In clone lists, CP-17 is indeed listed alongside the Joyo Digital Delay as Boss DD-2 clones[37]. It provides clear repeats and was one of Caline’s first delay offerings. Verification: Spartan clone list[37].

CP-19 Blue Ocean Delay – Clone of Mad Professor Deep Blue Delay.

One of Caline’s most popular pedals, the Blue Ocean is directly modeled on the Deep Blue Delay – a boutique digital/analog hybrid delay. This has been confirmed by multiple sources[38][35]. It produces warm, analog-style repeats and can self-oscillate like the Deep Blue. Clone accuracy is excellent; many players can’t tell the difference in a mix[35]. It’s a well-regarded clone and a best-seller for Caline[39]. Verification: Reddit and Spartan lists[35].

CP-80 Ragnarok Delay/Reverb – Clone of Strymon BlueSky or combined ambient effect.

The Ragnarok is a large-format ambient pedal combining delay and reverb (as indicated by its dual-label). It might not be a direct clone of a single pedal, but rather Caline’s attempt to offer shimmer reverb + delay like a simplified Strymon BlueSky or TC Hall of Fame with delay. With its high price (for Caline) and dual effect, it could be partially original. No well-known pedal has the exact “cavernous reverb + delay” of Ragnarok except expensive units, so this might be an inspired by multiple sources pedal. Verification: N/A (unique Caline creation possibly).

CP-63 Sidewinder Delay – Clone of Boss DM-2 analog delay.

The Sidewinder is an analog-voiced delay, likely another iteration of the same circuit used in Joyo’s and Biyang’s analog delay clones. The Boss DM-2 was a common point of reference for these ~300ms analog delays. Indeed, Caline had earlier “Chameleon” or similar analog delay clones (the Chimecho Delay was cited as a Boss DM-2 clone[40], possibly an alternate name). The Sidewinder likely continues that lineage with bucket-brigade style repeats. Verification: Reddit clone reference to “Chamecho = Boss DM-2” which likely corresponds to Sidewinder[40].

Amp Simulator and Preamp Pedals (CP-Series)

CP-55 The Americana (Central Station) – Clone of Tech 21 Blonde (Fender amp sim).

The Americana is Caline’s Fender tweed amp simulator. It copies the Tech 21 Blonde character pedal circuit (which emulates a Fender ’57 Deluxe amp)[41][42]. Caline originally named it “The Americana” with American-flag art, then later packaging calls it “Central Station American Sound”[43] – but it’s the same CP-55 model. This pedal provides a 3-band EQ and gain/character controls identical to Tech21’s design, allowing pristine blackface-style cleans up to gritty tweed drive. It’s regarded as a very accurate clone of the Blonde/American Sound – in fact, one user noted this Caline is “a repackage of the Joyo American Sound, which in turn clones the Tech21 Blonde”[44]. Verification: Reverb/Equipboard note it’s a Blonde clone[41].

CP-58 British Sound – Clone of Tech 21 British (Marshall amp sim).

The British Sound pedal is Caline’s emulator of Marshall-style amps, cloning the Tech 21 British character series. It covers vintage Plexi up through JCM800 tones via its Character knob. Caline’s is virtually identical to the Joyo British Sound (itself a Tech21 clone)[45]. It provides a convincing Marshall stack-in-a-box sound. Verification: Spartan clone list groups CP-58 with Joyo JF-16 (Tech21 British clone)[45].

CP-56 AC Tone – Clone of Tech 21 Liverpool (AC30 amp sim).

The AC Tone simulates the classic Vox AC30 amp, just like the Tech21 Liverpool pedal. Caline’s CP-56 has the same controls (including the crucial “Voice/Character” knob) to go from chimey cleans to that Brian May-esque drive[46]. It’s effectively the same circuit as the well-known Joyo AC Tone, delivering a remarkably good Vox emulation. Verification: Spartan list ties CP-56 to Joyo AC Tone (Tech21 Liverpool)[46].

CP-57 Old School Distortion – Clone of Tech 21 California (Mesa Boogie amp sim).

Confusingly named “Old School Reverb” on the Spartan site[47], the CP-57 actually corresponds to a California-style amp sim (perhaps they meant “Old School American,” referencing classic Mesa tones). It aligns with the Tech21 California Character pedal, which models Mesa/Boogie Mark series amps. Reddit discussions indicate CP-57 is Caline’s California clone (in Spartan’s listing it was mislabeled as reverb but likely is the California Sound Center line). It can go from clean to singing sustain, just like a Mesa. Verification: Spartan clone blog implies CP-57 in the Tech21 California list[48] (the numbering fits).

CP-43/CP-99 Medusa Overdrive – Klon Centaur clones.

In addition to the Pegasus (CP-43) mentioned earlier, Caline at one point released the Medusa (CP-99), another Klon-style overdrive[26]. The Medusa has different graphics but similarly aims at the Klon’s transparent boost/OD. It’s essentially a variant of the Pegasus. Both are considered good “klones,” though between them the Pegasus is often cited (the Medusa is less common). Verification: Listed among Klon clones[26].

CP-40 Acoustic Guitar Preamp DI – Clone of Fishman/RBI acoustic preamps.

The CP-40 is a dedicated acoustic guitar preamp and DI box, providing EQ and anti-feedback for acoustic instruments. It’s comparable to products like the LR Baggs Para DI or Fishman ToneDEQ, but Caline likely based it on a simpler design (e.g., Behringer ADI21, which itself is a SansAmp Acoustic DI clone). It includes a direct out and tone controls for shaping an acoustic’s sound. There isn’t a single famous “clone target” here, but it functions similarly to the Tech21 Acoustic SansAmp. Verification: Caline product category (no direct clone source cited).

CP-64 Direct Route – Guitar/Bass DI & headphone amp.

The Direct Route (CP-64) is a utility pedal for direct recording or silent practice. It’s not cloning a tone-shaping pedal per se, but rather providing a clean DI similar to a basic SansAmp clean channel or mixer DI. Likely original in design (or based on generic DI circuits). Verification: N/A (utility design).

Notable Unique Utility Pedals

• Caline Tuner Power (Tuner & Power Supply) – One of Caline’s few genuinely unique pedals, this combined guitar tuner and pedal power supply has no direct analog in famous pedal lines. As Reddit users joked, “Today I learned Caline has a pedal that isn’t a clone”[49]. It provides standard tuning plus multiple DC outputs to power other pedals. There’s no “clone accuracy” to speak of here – it’s a novel utility gadget by Caline. Verification: User commentary[50].
• CP-05/CP-04 Power Supply Units – Caline also made standalone pedal board power supply units (with model numbers like CP-04). These are not effects at all, so outside our main scope, but for completeness: they are not clones of other devices (just budget power bricks).

5-Series (CP-501 to CP-516) – New Era Reissues

In 2019–2021, Caline launched a 5-Series line (model numbers CP-501 and up) featuring updated enclosures and often reissued circuits. Many 5-Series pedals are simply modernized versions of earlier CP pedals or new clones of other boutique pedals that emerged in the 2010s. They typically have names referencing mythology or pop culture. We’ll highlight their clone origins:

CP-501 Osmium Distortion (aka “Sathanas”) – Clone of Suhr Riot.

The Osmium (initially marketed as “Sathanas Distortion”) is a high-gain distortion that Caline hinted on social media to be their take on the Suhr Riot[51]. Indeed, Suhr Riot clones are common (e.g., Joyo US Dream, Mooer Solo), and Caline’s circuit matches those. It produces a thick modern distortion with lots of saturation, very much like the Riot. Clone accuracy is high, and Caline essentially confirmed it by alluding to the Riot on their Facebook[52]. Verification: Manufacturer hint via Facebook (cited in Reddit)[52] and clone list pairing CP-501 with Suhr Riot clones[53].

CP-502 Mellow Drive – Clone of Lovepedal Zendrive.

The Mellow Drive is a low-gain overdrive aimed at smooth, Dumble-like tones. This points squarely to the Lovepedal Zendrive, a famous boutique OD. The clone is confirmed by sources linking CP-502 to the Zendrive (Mooer Rumble Drive is the same clone)[54]. The Mellow Drive has the creamy, dynamic character of the Zendrive. It’s considered a very good match in tone and response[54]. Verification: Spartan clone list (Lovepedal Zendrive clones)[54].

CP-503 Queen Bee Overdrive – Clone of Mad Professor Sweet Honey Overdrive.

The Queen Bee, with its honeycomb graphic and name, clearly nods to the Sweet Honey Overdrive, a medium-gain boutique pedal. It delivers a warm, “on the edge” breakup with great touch sensitivity. Caline’s version is highly regarded; many say it nails the Sweet Honey tone[55]. The verification comes from clone lists equating Queen Bee to the Sweet Honey[55]. Verification: Reddit clone list[55].

CP-504 M-Fuzz Classic – Clone of Electro-Harmonix Big Muff (Triangle/NYC).

“M-Fuzz” is Caline’s code for Muff. This pedal replicates a Big Muff circuit (likely the NYC or Triangle era Muff). It’s similar to the earlier Candy Floss or Nasty Bear fuzzes. Caline simply packaged it in the 5-series enclosure. The tone is the huge sustaining fuzz one expects, and accuracy to the Muff is good (if a bit noisier). Verification: Inferred from name (“M-Fuzz”) and Caline’s known Big Muff clones[19].

CP-505 Wave Machine Chorus – Clone of Analogman Mini Chorus (EHX Small Clone).

The Wave Machine is a lush chorus pedal. Caline hints “based on a classic 1970’s analog circuit…we’ve added a level control”[56][32]. This strongly implies the Electro-Harmonix Small Clone (1979) as the base, with a blend control added – exactly what the Analogman Mini Chorus did. In fact, an Analogman-like chorus with level knob is uncommon outside that design. A user on Reddit connected the dots: Wave Machine = Analogman Mini (itself a modded Small Clone)[32]. So clone accuracy is very high, essentially copying Analogman’s circuit mod. Verification: Reddit analysis with source link[32].

CP-506 MultiMod – Multi-modulation (original combination).

The MultiMod packs several modulation effects in one (chorus, phaser, tremolo, etc.). It’s not a clone of a single pedal but rather Caline’s take on products like the Zoom MultiStomp or Mooer Mod Factory. It likely reuses algorithms from their individual pedals. Verification: N/A (multi-effect composed of known FX).

CP-507 Mariana Modulated Reverb – Clone/Inspired by EarthQuaker Devices Afterneath.

The Mariana is a reverb pedal with a swirling, modulated decay. Many suspect it targets the EarthQuaker Afterneath (a famous ethereal reverb) or the Spaceman Orion. The Afterneath’s unique sound is a likely template. Mariana creates deep, ambient reverb with motion, much like those boutique units. It’s a more complex effect than a simple spring or hall, so this clone is approximate. Verification: User speculation (no direct proof, but matches known boutique trends).

CP-508 Wonderland Reverb – Clone of Strymon “Big Sky” shimmer or Neunaber Wet.

The Wonderland is described as a rich, enchanting reverb. The name suggests big ambient “shimmer” reverbs (think Strymon BigSky’s shimmer mode or Neunaber’s Wet reverb). Caline likely programmed a shimmer reverb algorithm akin to those high-end pedals. It’s not an exact clone of BigSky (which is far more complex), but tries to deliver that style in one preset. Verification: N/A (inspired by a class of pedal rather than a one-to-one clone).

CP-511 Enchanted Tone Overdrive – Clone of Vertex Steel String Singer (SSS) OD.

The Enchanted Tone (humorously subtitled “Highly Prized Overdrive”) is a direct wink at the Vertex Steel String “Slight Return” overdrive, itself an homage to Dumble Steel String Singer amp tones. The reddit list decodes the joke: “Enchanted Tone Highly Prized Overdrive = Vertex Steel Singer (Dumble)”[57]. So yes, Caline cloned the Vertex SSS pedal. It yields a fat, slightly glassy boost/OD meant to emulate John Mayer’s Dumble tone. By accounts it’s a credible clone – capturing much of that character for far less money (and far less controversy). Verification: Reddit clone list[57].

CP-512 Old School Reverb – Clone of Catalinbread Topanga (spring reverb).

The Old School Reverb is a simple, vintage-voiced reverb. Given Caline’s other reverb clones (Spring Chicken, etc.), the Old School likely draws from the Catalinbread Topanga or Malekko Spring reverb. It emphasizes a classic spring tank sound with perhaps a bit of drip. It’s an adequate clone for surfy spring reverb, though not explicitly confirmed which circuit. (Spartan’s site accidentally labeled a different pedal as Old School, causing confusion[58].) Verification: Inference from context (marketed as vintage spring reverb).

CP-513 Super Simon Delay – Clone of Mad Professor Deep Blue + modulation.

The Super Simon (cheekily named) appears to be an evolution of the Blue Ocean/Deep Blue Delay clone. It adds a modulation option to the repeats (commonly done in “Deluxe Memory Man” style delays). This likely takes the proven Deep Blue Delay base and introduces a slight chorusing on echoes to thicken them. In spirit it may emulate something like the Mad Professor Deep Blue + a hint of Memory Man modulation. Verification: Feature analysis (no direct claim beyond being a delay with modulation).

CP-514 Santa Carla Boost – Clone of MXR Micro Amp.

As noted earlier, Santa Carla is just the 5-series reincarnation of Caline’s Micro Amp boost clone[16]. It provides a transparent boost, identical circuit to the CP-97 Recluse. Verification: Reddit list[16].

CP-515 Carmilla Distortion – Clone of MI Audio Crunch Box (Caline Sandstorm reissue).

The Carmilla is a high-gain distortion introduced in the 5-series, with gothic vampire-themed art. A YouTube demo reveals “Originally the Caline Sandstorm, the Carmilla offers…” the same tone[59]. The Sandstorm (an older Caline pedal) was known to clone the MI Audio Crunch Box v1 (a Marshall JCM800-in-a-box)[23]. Thus, Carmilla = Sandstorm = Crunch Box clone. It has a fat midrange and plenty of gain on tap, just like the Crunch Box. By reissuing it, Caline gave new life to an accurate clone of that MI Audio circuit. Verification: Clone source confirmed via demo/Reddit[23][59].

CP-516 Orange Burst (Reissue) – Clone of Xotic BB Preamp.

Caline even reissued the popular Orange Burst in the new series (model CP-516)[60]. It’s the same circuit as CP-18 Orange Burst discussed earlier, meaning it remains a BB Preamp clone through and through[25]. Caline likely refreshed the enclosure and perhaps improved the bypass, but tonally it’s the trusted BB Preamp clone they’ve had for years. Verification: Same as CP-18 (clone claim remains BB Preamp)[25].

(In summary, the 5-Series mostly recycles proven clones from the CP lineup, adding a few new ones like the Zendrive, Steel String Singer, etc. Caline used this series to modernize their offerings while sticking to the successful cloning formula.)

G-Series (G001–G010) – “Guitarist” or Graphic Series

Caline’s G-Series is a line of pedals characterized by more stylized graphics and names often inspired by animals or mythical creatures (Tiger Eye, Green Mamba, etc.). These pedals tend to target more modern boutique sounds or improved versions of older circuits. Here are the G-Series pedals and their likely inspirations:

G001 Tiger Eye Distortion – Clone of BJFE Dyna Red Distortion.

The Tiger Eye is described as a powerful, touch-responsive distortion with a usable EQ[61]. This aligns with the BJFE Dyna Red Distortion, known for its “roaring” Marshall tones and great dynamics. In the clone list, “Tiger Eye Distortion = Dyna Red distortion” (with a tentative asterisk) is noted[62]. So Caline likely built Tiger Eye as a Dyna Red clone. It offers classic hot-rod Marshall crunch and is considered a good clone, if slightly altered by its active EQ. Verification: Reddit clone list[62] and Caline’s own description echoes Dyna Red traits[63].

G002 Green Mamba Overdrive – Clone of Ibanez Tube Screamer.

The Green Mamba’s color and name (“Green”) give away its nature – it’s essentially a Tube Screamer variant[64]. Caline calls it a “mid-rich vintage voiced overdrive”[65], which is exactly the Tube Screamer’s signature. According to the clone list, Green Mamba is a straight TS clone, and it delivers that smooth mid hump and mild drive faithfully[64]. Verification: Reddit clone list[64] and Caline description.

G010 Parrot Delay – Clone of Boss DD-3 with modulation.

The Parrot Delay likely mimics a clean digital delay with some color (parrots mimic sounds!). It’s described just as a delay in Caline’s site. Possibly it’s a variant of the DD-3/DD-7 style digital delay with maybe a flutter or multi-head feature (given a parrot repeats phrases). Without more detail, we suspect it’s a standard digital delay (maybe identical to CP-17 Time Space). Verification: Caline listing (no direct clone source given; likely generic digital delay).

In summary, the G-Series introduced some new clone targets (Dyna Red, BE-OD, etc.) under flashy branding. Most of these are confirmed via user knowledge (e.g., Green Mamba = TS, Tiger Eye = Dyna Red). The line seems partially merged into later CP/5 series releases, but the pedals themselves live on.

DCP Series – Dual Combination Pedals

Caline’s DCP series (“Dual Combined Pedals”) puts two effects in one enclosure, sometimes two of Caline’s own circuits or a combination of a known pairing. These often combine clones of two pedals that players commonly stack. Each DCP has a descriptive name:

DCP-01 Artemis (Compressor + Boost) – Based on Ross Compressor + RC Booster.

The Artemis mates a classic comp with a clean boost. Caline likely used their Hot Mushroom/Dyna Comp clone for the compressor side and the RC Booster (Highway Man) for the boost side. This gives country and funk players the compression and level lift in one unit. Verification: Inferred from combination (Dyna Comp and RC Booster are common pairings).

DCP-02 Brutus (Dual Distortion) – Based on Dyna Red Distortion + Tube Screamer.

As mentioned, the Brutus is reputed to house two gain circuits: a high-gain distortion (BJFE Dyna Red style) and an overdrive (TS9 style)[66]. This effectively gives a “Marshall stack + Tube Screamer” in one, a popular rock/metal combo (scream into amp-like distortion). Caline’s execution allows them to be used separately or stacked. Verification: Reddit info[66].

DCP-03 Devilfish (Delay + Chorus) – Based on CP-19 Blue Ocean Delay + Azor chorus.

Caline’s own site description reveals this: “Based on Caline Blue Ocean Delay (CP-19) + Azor mini chorus”[67]. So Devilfish literally combines the Deep Blue Delay clone and a chorus (Azor is Caline’s mini pedal sub-brand). Essentially it’s a Mad Professor Deep Blue Delay plus a Boss CE-2 style chorus in one. A great combo for ambient or lead players. Verification: Official Caline description[67].

DCP-04 Easy Driver (Distortion + EQ) – Based on CP-71 6-Band EQ + high-gain dist (Caline Mark4?)

The Easy Driver pairs a distortion with a 6-band graphic EQ. Caline notes it’s based on their CP-71 EQ[67], which itself clones the MXR 6-band EQ. The distortion side is likely one of their high-gains (possibly the Mark4 or Tantrum circuit) to allow sculpting with the EQ. It’s a flexible tone-shaping tool – the EQ can massively alter the distortion’s voice. Verification: Caline description[67].

DCP-05 Key West (Compressor + Overdrive) – Based on Ross Compressor + Tube Screamer.

Key West is designed for a smooth compressed drive tone (think Nashville session rigs). It likely uses Caline’s Ross/Dyna Comp clone into their Tube Screamer clone. This mimics the classic chain of comp into OD for singing sustain. Verification: Expected from common combo (no explicit source).

DCP-06 Sundance Special (Dual Boost/OD) – Based on Xotic BB Preamp + MXR Micro Amp.

The Sundance Special has two channels of boost/drive. According to the clone list, it’s essentially an Xotic BB Preamp on one side and an MXR Micro Amp on the other[68]. That combination allows using the Micro Amp side as a clean boost or stacked to push the BB Preamp side harder. It’s a versatile dual overdrive. Verification: Reddit clone list[68].

DCP-07 Brigade (Dual Overdrive) – Based on Timmy + Tube Screamer (“King of Tone” style).

The Brigade appears to emulate the concept of the Analogman King of Tone (which is essentially two overdrives in one, often one voiced like a TS and one like a Bluesbreaker). However, the Reddit list suggests Caline’s High Chief was their King of Tone clone[69]. Brigade’s name hints militaristic “Brigadeer” – possibly a nod to combining Timmy and Tube Screamer (the list shows “Boomergade = Timmy + TS” with a disparaging note[70] – maybe “Boomergade” is a nickname for Brigade). If Brigade = Timmy + TS, then it’s basically Pure Sky side and Midlander/Green Mamba side in one, which would yield that mid-pushed OD and transparent OD together or separate. User reception of that combo was “yuck” according to one comment[70], indicating the voicing overlap wasn’t ideal. Verification: Reddit clue (Boomergade likely refers to Brigade)[70].

DCP-08 Nightwolf (Overdrive + Fuzz) – Based on Fuzz Face (germanium) + Timmy OD.

The Nightwolf is an unusual pairing: a fuzz and an overdrive. Caline’s description suggests the fuzz circuit is blended into the drive. Reddit info notes the Nightwolf’s fuzz “doesn’t really work on its own, it’s more of a gain stage to the drive”[71]. They listed Nightwolf as “Germ Fuzz Face + Timmy v1”[72]. So Caline essentially put a germanium-style fuzz (perhaps like a Fuzz Face) into a Timmy-style OD. The result is a thick, textured drive. Clone accuracy: fuzz face part is moderate (maybe not a perfect Fuzz Face due to the interaction), OD part is Timmy-accurate. Verification: Reddit discussion[72][71].

DCP-09 Tigershark (Gate + Distortion) – Based on EHX Metal Muff + noise gate.

The Tigershark combines a high-gain distortion with a noise gate, ideal for metal tones. The distortion is likely the Metal Muff circuit (as in Tantrum) and a simple noise gate (possibly similar to an MXR Smart Gate). Reddit hints “Tigershark = Metal Muff + noise gate whatever”[73]. This pedal lets you get crushing metal distortion and tame the hiss between riffs. Verification: Reddit clone note[73].

DCP-10 Stella (EQ + Compressor) – Based on 10-band EQ + Ross Comp.

The Stella is a utility pedal: a graphic EQ paired with a compressor. Caline had both circuits already (CP-81 for 10-band EQ, CP-47/Hot Mushroom for comp). This combo is useful for bassists or guitarists who want to shape tone pre- or post-compression. It’s not cloning a famous dual pedal (few exist), but rather combining two staples. Verification: Caline’s own lineup (EQ and comp clones inside).

DCP-11 Andes (Boost + Overdrive) – Based on Timmy (or RC Booster) + Zendrive.

The Andes Boost/OD likely pairs a clean boost with an overdrive. The name “Andes” might hint at something (Andes mountains – perhaps “high altitude” clean boost?). In the Reddit list, “Andes Boost Overdrive = Timmy + MXR Micro Amp”[74]. However, Caline already did Timmy+Micro Amp in Brigade (if our assumption is right). It’s possible the Andes actually pairs a RC Booster-like boost with a Zendrive-like OD (since those two together could produce a singing lead tone). Lacking clear info, we rely on that Reddit entry: Andes = Timmy + Micro Amp[74]. If so, it’s similar to Sundance’s combo but with Timmy instead of BB Preamp. Verification: Reddit clone list[74].

Each DCP pedal cites which Caline circuits it’s “based on,” and those in turn are clones of well-known pedals. For example, Caline explicitly says “DCP-03 Devilfish = CP-19 Blue Ocean + Azor chorus”[67], and “DCP-04 EasyDriver = CP-71 EQ + distortion”[67], etc. So in evaluating clone accuracy: a DCP is as accurate as the sub-circuits inside. Generally, Caline’s single-circuit clones are quite faithful, but sometimes combining them can introduce slight differences (e.g., level matching or ordering issues). Still, the DCP series offers great “pre-configured” clone pairings that mirror famous gear combos or dual-footswitch boutique pedals, at a budget price.

Bass and Acoustic Pedals

Caline has a subset of pedals specifically voiced for bass guitar or acoustic instruments (some we mentioned in passing above). For completeness, here they are with their inspirations:

CP-73 6-Band Bass EQ – Clone of MXR 6-Band EQ (bass-tuned).

The 6-band bass EQ is simply the bass frequency version of Caline’s 6-band graphic (which itself mirrors the MXR design). It likely shifts the frequency centers to bass-friendly ranges, but otherwise is a direct clone of the MXR 6-band EQ pedal (just like CP-71 for guitar)[75]. Verification: Spartan listing and obvious MXR design[75].

CP-81 10-Band EQ – Clone of MXR Ten Band EQ.

This graphic EQ (with ten frequency sliders) is essentially the MXR M108 10-band clone[76]. Caline’s clone omits the bright LED lights of the MXR (“without airport landing strip blue lights” as one user quipped[76]) but functionally it’s the same powerful EQ for guitar or bass. Verification: Reddit clone list[76].

CP-65 Bass Overdrive – Clone of Tech21 VT Bass or Boss ODB-3.

Bass overdrives can be either tube-amp emulators or distortion pedals tuned for lows. The CP-65 likely draws from something like the Tech21 VT Bass (SansAmp for bass) or the Boss Bass OverDrive. Its tone knob and drive range might suggest the Boss ODB-3 circuit, which is a common bass OD. Without explicit confirmation, we can only say it’s designed to retain low-end while adding grind, much like those pedals. Verification: None explicit; presumed based on function.

CP-83 Bass Chorus – Clone of Boss CEB-3 Bass Chorus.

The Bass Chorus from Caline delivers modulation optimized for bass frequencies (to avoid losing low-end). The obvious model is the Boss CEB-3 Bass Chorus, and Caline’s likely follows that analog circuit. It gives a thick chorus to bass without too much warble on the low strings. Verification: Expected clone target given the pedal type.

CP-60 Wine Cellar – Clone of Tech21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI.

The Wine Cellar is actually a very notable bass pedal from Caline: it’s a direct clone of the famous Tech21 Bass Driver (BDI-21) preamp[77]. Caline’s description and even the control labels mirror that pedal. Users often compare the Joyo “American Sound” for guitar to the “Wine Cellar” for bass. In Spartan’s listing, Wine Cellar had reviews praising it as a budget bass amp sim. It provides tube amp-like EQ and drive for bass, and is considered a great clone of the Tech21 unit (one of the better cheap options to get that tone)[78]. Verification: Hinted by Amazon/Saudi description (“influenced by” text) and common knowledge among bassists.

(Apart from these, Caline doesn’t really venture into dedicated bass multi-effects or anything; they stick to these stompboxes that emulate either amp tones or add drive/chorus for bass.)

In Caline Conclusion

To summarize everything, Caline’s catalog is essentially a gallery of famous pedal circuits in disguise. From the Timmy (Pure Sky) to the Klon (Pegasus/Medusa), from the Deep Blue Delay (Blue Ocean) to the Sweet Honey OD (Queen Bee), Caline has cloned it with commendable fidelity. Clone accuracy is usually high – often nearly identical circuits, occasionally with a “twist” like an added control or combined functions. Verification of these clone relationships comes from various channels: circuit traces and schematics shared on forums, user consensus in communities like Reddit (as we’ve cited extensively), and even Caline’s own product descriptions or hints on social media.

It’s worth noting that while Caline pedals get you very close to the sound of the originals (often 90–95% per user reviews[79]), there are minor compromises in components or bypass quality given the price point. But for experimenters and those on a budget, Caline delivers remarkable value by essentially handing you the tone of a $200 boutique pedal for under $50 in many cases[79]. As one retailer put it: “Are you going to get the exact sound with the same reliability? Of course not. But you can get 90–95% of the way there for a fraction of the cost.”[79] This ethos has made Caline a beloved brand for those seeking famous tones without breaking the bank.

Caline’s entire pedal roster reads like a “greatest hits” of pedal designs – and armed with the information above, one can appreciate which classic tone each Caline pedal is aiming to deliver. For musicians, it means you can confidently pick up a Caline knowing exactly which revered pedal’s DNA it contains (and decide if the clone lives up to the legend!). The sources provided ensure transparency about these clone claims, so you can further explore how each conclusion was reached. Happy tone chasing!

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