The Blue Note Select is a “V2” of J. Rockett's favorite circuit. The original Blue Note Pro Series was the first and that included the “Hot” switch. J. Rockett then introduced the Tour Series that did not have the “Hot” switch. The newest Blue Note Select not only has the “hot” switch but also includes major improvements to the looks, the sound and the overall feel, all in a very small package. They have gone so far as to have custom knobs made, a custom color mixed to achieve the electric blue you see and by far the biggest improvement is the low end both in and out of “hot mode”. This could be their best overall low gain drive. Low gain pedals can be a challenge because they skirt the line between boost and drive.