9 best guitar distortion pedals

Product description

Here it is. The 1 stompbox for legions of crunch-craving guitarists all over the planet. This DS-1 distortion pedal is a time-proven mainstay of rock and metal tone, no doubt about it. Three knobs make way for practically every rock sound you've ever heard. If you dig it loud and distorted, you've simply got to have a DS-1 in your rig. And that's that.

• Tone, leveland distortion knobs on face
• Super-tough construction
• Lets your true guitar tone shine

User questions & answers

Question:	Weird question time: I'm about 135lbs, and a bit over-enthusiastic. If I jump about 2 feet in the air and land on this pedal, will it survive
Answer:	Absolutely! You could run it over with a car. A buddy of mine dropped his phone on one and it shattered the screen!
Question:	Where is this pedal made
Answer:	Although alot of people instantly assume China that's not true for Boss.... Boss pedals were made in Japan up until, I dunno. Google it. But now they are made in Taiwan. The real expensive Boss stuff is sometimes still made in Japan.
Question:	Im new to pedals and would like to know if this comes by itself, if it does what cables do i need
Answer:	You'll just need one guitar cable from your guitar to the pedal, and a second guitar cable from the pedal to your amp. The pedal runs on a 9v battery, which is included.
Question:	some reviews say this ships with no power adapter. is this true? you have to find one and buy it separately
Answer:	I haven't seen this be the norm. If the pedal is unable to have a 9v battery, I have seen them include a power supply.

Product features

DS-1 Distortion Pedal

The DS-1 Distortion is a true icon in the world of guitar effects. Introduced in 1978, BOSS’s first distortion pedal defined a bold new sound, delivering hard-edged attack and smooth sustain that’s been a staple of players for generations. The DS-1 is the top-selling BOSS compact pedal ever, and its original, unchanged design continues to inspire the creation of great music everywhere. The classic DS-1 tone is behind the signature sounds of numerous rock legends, and is ready to fuel your own signature sound today.

Genre-Defining Distortion

Before the DS-1, most distortion pedals produced harsh, buzzy tones and muddy sound at high gain settings. In 1978, BOSS engineers changed all that by developing a unique distortion circuit for the DS-1 that produces tight, hard-edged gain with rich harmonics while retaining the unique characteristics of different guitars and playing techniques. Hard rock, metal, and punk styles began to flourish in the ‘70s and ‘80s, and the DS-1’s tone had a defining influence on these genres. That trend has endured through multiple generations, and players around the world continue to seek out the classic DS-1 sound.

Gain from Mild to Heavy

From its modest three-knob interface, many different sound colors can be coaxed from the DS-1. Its pioneering two-stage circuit incorporates both transistor and op-amp gain stages. This approach is critical to the DS-1’s characteristic low-frequency fullness, which is loved by guitarists that play heavy music genres. The distortion knob offers an extremely wide range, from a mild boost for driving amps and pedals to full-throttle gain for monster rock riffs.

Powerful Tone Shaping

Unlike typical tone controls that only cut highs, the DS-1’s tone circuit features an innovative design that offers far more range. Turning the knob clockwise increases highs and decreases lows, while going counter-clockwise has the opposite effect. This lets you dial in everything from tight, cutting rhythm sounds to smooth, fat lead voices. The tone control is particularly effective for maintaining low-end definition when using the DS-1 as a booster with vintage-style amps, which often sound muddy when driven with other distortion pedals.

Product description

The MXR Sugar Drive is for players who love the sonic synergy of their guitar and amplifier but want even more of that sound. You spent years chasing it, and now you need a way to make it more focused and more robust. A way to make it that much sweeter. Look no further than the Sugar Drive. It’s based on a rare pedal that has acquired a mythical reputation among fanatical tone-seekers thanks to its unique circuit design. Key elements of that design are its Drive control and voltage double. The Drive control replicates the smooth transition of an amplifier going from clean to dirty by blending the overdrive effect with your clean signal as you turn it up. The voltage double increases overall headroom, which opens everything up nicely for a clear and transparent range of tones that you can dial in depending on what you need from your rig, from uncolored boosting to rich, smooth overdrive. Of course, we had to give this circuit the MXR touch. If you’re all about true bypass, then you’re in luck-this pedal uses it by default. The original used buffered bypass, though, and we know there’s a lot of players out there who don’t want to fix something that isn’t broken. They’re in luck, too-just flick the Buffer switch on the side of the pedal to enable buffered bypassing. With a simple three-knob setup and an MXR mini housing, this is the overdrive pedal to bring out the best of your rig and make it come alive. It’s versatile and it saves space, and unlike the original pedals it’s based on, it won’t cost you thousands of dollars.

• Brings out the best of your Guitar and amp sound
• Diverse range of tones, from boosting to overdrive
• Based on a rare & elusive overdrive circuit
• Blends in clean signal to maintain your guitar’s personality
• Clear & transparent performance

Product description

The Dunlop Crybaby is the original - the one that created some of the most timeless sounds in rock. When people talk about wah pedals, they're talking about the Crybaby. Relied on by Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Buddy Guy, David Gilmour, and many other greats. Features: Heavy die cast construction for years of reliability, 100k ohm Hot Potz potentiometer that allows for that quick, abrupt wah sound. Powered by the Dunlop ECB-03 AC Adapter and/or 9 volt battery. The Crybaby has been a standard in the world of music since its introduction in the late 1960's. Its rugged construction and efficient design will give years of outstanding performance.

When people talk about wah pedals, they're talking about the Crybaby. This is the original--the one that created some of the most timeless sounds in rock.

The original. Click to enlarge.

Power the CRYBABY with a 9-volt battery or optional adapter.

The Original Wah

The CRYBABY has been a standard in the world of music since its introduction in the late 1960's. Its rugged construction and efficient design have graced the foot of Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Buddy Guy, David Gilmour, and many other guitar greats.

Wah Versatility

By rocking your foot back and forth on the pedal, you can change the effect that the CRYBABY has on the tone of your instrument instantaneously. Toe down will give you more treble, heel down will give you more bass. The speed and amount of effect you use depends on your style of playing.

When placing the pedal in one position, you will hear a boost in that particular frequency. This boost can be used to add sustain and create feedback of a desired overtone.

Solid Construction

The CRYBABY features a heavy, die-cast construction, for a road-ready wah pedal that'll provide years of reliability.

Hot Potz Potentiometer

The original CRYBABY boasts a 100K ohm Hot Potz potentiometer, built to last and providing you with a quick, abrupt wah sound.

Powering Options

Power the CRYBABY with a 9-volt battery, or grab an optional Dunlop ECB-003 AC Adapter for powering via outlet.

One-Year Warranty

Dunlop provides extra peace of mind by offering a one-year warranty from date of purchase.

What's in the Box

Dunlop Original Crybaby Wah, User's Manual

• Heavy Die Cast Construction
• Powered by the Dunlop ECB-03 AC Adapter (not included) and/or 9 volt battery
• Dimensions: 10" x 4" x 2-1/2"
• Weight: 3.7 lbs.
• Color: Black

User questions & answers

Question:	Can it fit on most pedal boards
Answer:	It is the full size. I have put one on my boards. It is on the heavy side, so be prepared for the weight. Most players put it on the right side of the board and use their right foot.
Question:	Hello! as never bought the site , i wonder how much is charged to deliver in brazil (freight + tax) ? it's all calculated upon purchase
Answer:	Sorry We don't ship to Brazil
Question:	If I buy this, would I have to buy anything else for it to function
Answer:	You need to buy a power source which is either an adapter or a 9 volt battery. I went for the battery, so it's not a big of an issue, just the battery will do it. In the box, there's no battery included.
Question:	Where are these made
Answer:	In a factory

Product description

The Sweet Tea V3 is our "Everything Medium-to-High gain 2-in-1” and it covers all the bases from light breakup, blues, rock, heavy grind and more. The Sweet Tea V3 is for anyone who wants a versatile overdrive/distortion that covers all the bases you need plus more. You’ll find medium-to-high gain tones and the ability to stack for the perfect way to melt faces.

• A versatile overdrive/distortion that covers everything from light breakup, blues, rock, heavy grind to more
• The right side is our Moonshine V2, a highly unique and massively tweaked version of the most famous overdrive ever created
• The Moonshine V2 has the classic mid-heavy tones that you’d expect but with more gain, volume, and tones available
• The Moonshine V2 features a Clean knob to blend in the perfect amount of clean signal with your overdrive signal
• On the left side is our Angry Charlie, a high gain JCM 800-type “Brown” sound tone that accurately mimics Marshall tones
• It has Volume, Drive, and the full Bass, Mid, and Treble tone stack like you’d find on the amp
• Features our classic order switching toggle so that you can choose which circuit is first in the chain

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it come with the red remote, or is that sold separately
Answer:	Yes they are !
Question:	How long does it take to ship
Answer:	Yes you can. It runs on a standard 9v "BOSS" style adapter which is used on 95% of pedals. We also have them if you need to add one. Matt - Seattle Guitar Store
Question:	Someone knows the dimensions of the box? Not the product, the original box
Answer:	I achieved it playing with the settings of the amp. Bass mids and highs. The pedal is set almost to the middle and the gain around 10 oclock. This gives the good sound and notes clear. Otherwise it is a riff pedal. As the dist is fuzzy.
Question:	Will this safely work with an 18 volt adapter such as you’d use on the angry Charlie
Answer:	used it for bass and i got a great fuzzy tone. just depends on what you’re going for.
Question:	Even though the newer ones dont say its made in the usa are they still made in the usa
Answer:	I'm sorry, I'm not at all sure about the warranty.
Question:	Can i use a 9v charger for this pedal
Answer:	This is a spare /add on phone which is compatible with the one that comes with the answering system base. If you look at the picture, it does not have the red light on the base, which is your answering system. Take a look at Model #53712 and 53714, as those are the ones that include the complete phone system.
Question:	I primarily play death metal with alot of fast speed picking. Does the metal muff have decent clarity for a high gain pedal
Answer:	Yes, you need the base unit. I originally bought the ext phone in error and later realized I had to buy base to make it work. Once you have the base (Model #D702) phone will allow it to share connection. Also, the base unit will need an analog telephone lead with service for both to work together.
Question:	Can I use this on my bass
Answer:	This is a hard phone headset, not a softphone headset. The mute button is located on the earpiece.

Product features

JHS Sweet Tea V3

The Sweet Tea V3 is our 'Everything Medium-to-High gain 2-in-1' and it covers all the bases from light breakup, blues, rock, heavy grind and more.

The Sweet Tea V3 is for anyone who wants a versatile overdrive/distortion that covers all the bases you need plus more. You’ll find medium-to-high gain tones and the ability to stack for the perfect way to melt faces.

This pedal requires standard 9V DC Negative power, consumes less than 100mA, and measures 4.7"x3.7"x1.5".

Angry Charlie V3

On the left side is our newest version of the Angry Charlie which is the Angry Charlie V3, one of our most popular pedals of the last few years. High gain JCM 800 type 'Brown' sound tone that we believe is the most accurate Marshall tone ever put in a stomp box. It has volume, drive, and the full bass, mid, treble tone stack like you’d find on the amp. With the full tone stack and the amazingly accurate amp tones in this circuit you’ll be begging for more.

Sweet Tea V3

The Sweet Tea V3 features our classic order switching toggle so that you can choose which circuit is first in the chain for the perfect stacking tones you’ve been searching for. With these tones combined or used separately, the Sweet Tea V3 is a gallon-and-a-half of overdrive that goes down easy on a summer night.

Moonshine V2

The right side is our brand new Moonshine V2 which is a highly unique and massively tweaked version of the most famous overdrive ever created housed in a little green enclosure. The Moonshine V2 has the classic mid-heavy tones that you’d expect but with more gain, volume, and tones available than you ever thought possible. The Moonshine V2 has the same core tone as the Moonshine Version 1 but we have added a new 'Clean' knob to blend in the perfect amount of clean signal with your overdrive signal.

About JHS Pedals

JHS Pedals is the result of Josh Scott’s desire to build quality effects pedals that stand out in an over-saturated market. Started in early 2007 by way of a DIY repair to a Boss Blues Driver, JHS Pedals has evolved into an effects pedal company recognized world-wide. Josh’s years of touring and session work along with eventual electronics tinkering bring the experience and knowledge of what musicians need and want in their rigs, and that is one of the core values that JHS was built upon.

With a complete electric guitar, bass guitar, utility, and Mod Shop, JHS Pedals offers one of the broadest lines of effects on the market today. We value and commit to designing, populating, and assembling pedals that sound excellent, are easy to use, and work correctly.

Product description

The Iron horse V2 is a Return to the classic distortion: thick, punchy, riffy and rowdy. The true bypass, high gain behemoth has been updated to help steer the Stallion or let the reins loose for full on distorted onslaught. Dial back the gain and it can be used as a thick, warm overdrive. The Iron horse has three distortion modes operated by a toggle switch that changes between different clipping diodes providing more versatility in shaping the tone of the distortion. Left will give some compression. Right will give you a higher amount of compression and middle will give you a wide open, non compressed signal. The Iron horse V2 updates are as follows: - updated the level control so that it is easier to dial in unity gain. - updated the tone control to allow more treble to be dialed in If desired. - updated distortion control to smooth out the range of distortion making it easier to dial in Lower gain tones. The Iron horse V2 comes in a galaxy Gold finish with black ink. Artwork by illustrator Adam Forster features a new battle ready Stallion cloaked in armor.

• A return to the classic distortion: thick, punchy, riffy and rowdy
• Updated level control makes it easier to dial in unity gain
• Updated tone control allows more Treble to be dialed in if desired
• Updated distortion control smooths out the range of distortion making it easier to dial in lower gain tones
• Galaxy Gold finish with black ink. Artwork by illustrator Adam Forster features a new battle ready Stallion cloaked in armor

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this pedal deliver down tuned Hardcore death metal sounds like obituary,six feet under and massacre? Im playing on a 100 watt solid state amp us
Answer:	Most JHS pedals, including the Angry Charlie, use an internal 9v to 18v converter. I use 9v power on all my JHS pedals. I wouldn’t recommend using an 18v power supply on any JHS pedal, they are built specifically to take 9v and the concert it. You may burn your pedal if you overpower it (I assume, but don’t know). Hope this helps!

Product features

Walrus Audio Iron Horse V2

The Iron Horse V2 is a return to the classic distortion: thick, punch, riffy and rowdy. The true bypass, high gain behemoth has been updated to help steer the stallion or let the reigns loose for full on distorted onslaught. Level control has been adjusted so that unity gain is easier to dial in. Tone control now has more treble on tap is so desired. The Distortion control's range has also been smoothed out, making lower gain more accessible.

Level

Controls the output level.

Tone

Allows specific adjustment of high end treble frequencies. Turn clockwise to increase high/treble frequencies and counterclockwise to decrease high/treble frequencies.

Distortion

Adjusts the distortion output. Turn clockwise to increase amount of distortion. As it is increased, the signal becomes louder, thicker, and more distorted. Turn counterclockwise to decrease amount of distortion.

Mode

Switches between arrangements of clipping diodes to create an assortment of distortions. Left position is some compression, right position is most compressed, and middle position is wide open.

About Walrus Audio

Walrus Audio is a collective of artists, musicians and engineers attempting to find the balance between art and performance in sound manipulation. Throughout the years we have been inspired by sounds created by our favorite companies: the perfect breakup on an overdrive; a thick, punchy distortion; an endlessly sustained reverb; a self-oscillating delay. We had to give it a shot. Through many months of late night breadboarding sessions, circuit problem-solving, and sonic tweaking we have come up with a range of guitar pedals as versatile as they are functional.

Product description

The Abasi pathos presents an impassioned appeal to the varied sonic needs of the modern guitarist. Designed to retain the feel of an American-style tube amp channel, its versatility is derived from the “smooth” and “edge” voicings that range from an emotive crunch all the way to scorching, yet controlled distortion and sustain. The two voicings can be sculpted with a set of musically-tuned EQ shelves and mid control, as well as potent gain and level controls. It is these precision tools that allow pathos to encompass the functionality of several dirt boxes in one – be it a push to a driven amp, a full-on distortion channel in front of a clean amp, or a boost in front of a digital modeler. Crafted in the USA by Tosin Abasi in conjunction with Brian Wampler, pathos is the choice for any discerning guitarist seeking an array of distortion flavors to emote their musical story.

• Crafted in the USA by Tosin Abasi in conjunction with Brian Wampler and designed to retain the feel of an American-style tube amp channel
• “Smooth” and “edge” voicings range from emotive crunch all the way to scorching, yet controlled distortion and sustain
• Musically-tuned EQ shelves and mid control, as well as potent gain and level controls
• Encompass the functionality of several dirt boxes in one; be it a push to a driven amp, a full-on distortion channel in front of a clean amp, or a boost in front of a digital modeler
• High-grade components selected for their superior sound and response, with a soft-touch footswitch will last for years

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it come with power adapter
Answer:	Its good for intermediate students

Product features

Abasi Pathos

The Pathos is designed for the feel of an American-style tube amp channel. Its versatility comes from “smooth” and “edge” voicings ranging from an emotive crunch all the way to scorching, yet controlled distortion and sustain. The voicings can be sculpted via musically-tuned EQ shelves and a mid control, as well as potent gain and level controls. These precision tools allow it to add a push to a driven amp, full-on distortion in front of a clean amp, or a boost in front of a digital modeler.

Product description

Long ago in a mysterious time that we call the 1990's, a new pedal company was created in England. Its ideas were off the beaten path, and its sounds were otherworldly. Despite existing only a few short years, These creations became the things of Legend and one product in particular cast the biggest Shadow. With such artists as the edge (U2), Jimmy page, radio head, Kevin Sheilds (My Bloody Valentine), Jeff tweedy (Wilco), Gary Moore, and many others using the out-of-production units, their used market prices have begun to rise more and more, sometimes into the $800 range. The cheese ball is our faithful and extremely accurate recreation of the original circuit, It is a tribute to one of the most fascinating brands and circuits of all time! The cheese ball has your standard volume, gain, and tone knobs found on most distortion fuzz boxes, but comes with an extra mode selector knob that gives you four different overall tone and gain selections. In the “off” position, The tone knob is disengaged, giving you a bright and trashy fuzz/distortion sound. In the “1” position you have a mid-scooped sound that will give you a big muff style buzz for a rounded sound reminiscent of fine mozzarella that sits just right on your pizza but doesn't get in the way. The “2” position is a mid-boost sound that will cut through a mix like a hot knife through velveeta. Finally, the “3” position gives you a biting, gated fuzz tone that, when cranked, spits, spats, and bites like Gorgonzola naturale. The cheese ball runs on 9V DC negative center power. The jhs cheese ball is our homage to one of the most excellent fuzz/distortion pedals ever created. Rediscover the finest aged cheese in the pedal world.

• Has your standard volume, gain, and tone knobs found on most distortion fuzz boxes, but comes with an extra Mode selector knob that gives you four different overall tone and gain selections
• In the “off” position, the tone knob is disengaged, giving you a bright and trashy fuzz/distortion sound
• In the “1” position you have a mid-scooped sound that will give you a big Muff style buzz for a rounded sound reminiscent of fine mozzarella that sits just right on your pizza but doesn't get in the way
• The “2” position is a mid-boost sound that will cut through a mix like a hot knife through velveeta
• The “3” position gives you a biting, gated fuzz tone that, when cranked, spits, spats, and bites like Gorgonzola naturale

User questions & answers

Question:	Can you use a wah pedal before this or does the cheese ball need to be first in line
Answer:	Yes you can put a wah before it. I dug out my Cry baby and put both single coils and humbuckers into it. On setting 3 it works a little like the volume knob. You will have to use it with your setup to see if it pays nice with others.

Product features

JHS Cheese Ball

Long ago, in a mysterious time that we call the 1990s, a new pedal company was created in England. Its ideas were off the beaten path, and its sounds were otherworldly; these creations became the things of legend. One product in particular cast the biggest shadow. With such artists as The Edge (U2), Jimmy Page, Radiohead, Kevin Shields (My Bloody Valentine), Jeff Tweedy (Wilco), Gary Moore, and many others using the out-of-production units, their used market prices have begun to rise more and more, sometimes into the $800 range. The Cheese Ball is our faithful and extremely accurate recreation of the original circuit. It is a tribute to one of the most fascinating brands and circuits of all time! The JHS Cheese Ball is our homage to one of the most excellent fuzz/distortion pedals ever created. Rediscover the finest aged cheese in the pedal world.

Controls

The Cheese Ball has your standard volume, gain, and tone knobs found on most distortion fuzz boxes, but comes with an extra mode selector knob that gives you four different overall tone and gain selections. In the “off” position, the tone knob is disengaged, giving you a bright and trashy fuzz/distortion sound. In the “1” position you have a mid-scooped sound that will give you a Big Muff-style buzz for a rounded sound reminiscent of fine mozzarella that sits just right on your pizza but doesn't get in the way. The “2” position is a mid-boost sound that will cut through a mix like a hot knife through Velveeta. Finally, the “3” position gives you a biting, gated fuzz tone that, when cranked, spits, spats, and bites like Gorgonzola Naturale.

About JHS Pedals

JHS Pedals is the result of Josh Scott’s desire to build quality effects pedals that stand out in an over-saturated market. Started in early 2007 by way of a DIY repair to a Boss Blues Driver, JHS Pedals has evolved into an effects pedal company recognized world-wide. Josh’s years of touring and session work along with eventual electronics tinkering bring the experience and knowledge of what musicians need and want in their rigs, and that is one of the core values that JHS was built upon.

With a complete electric guitar, bass guitar, utility, and Mod Shop, JHS Pedals offers one of the broadest lines of effects on the market today. We value and commit to designing, populating, and assembling pedals that sound excellent, are easy to use, and work correctly.

Product description

Whether you're looking to give your sound a bit of a boost or trying to find harmonically rich heavy gain with warm tube character, the 805 overdrive provides the versatility needed for any type of music - blues, country, rock, metal, and everything in between. The 3-band active EQ, delivers unprecedented control -you can have a smooth, lyrical bluesy tone one minute, and crushing modern metal crunch the next. The 805 is designed to be the perfect overdrive for pushing the front end of an already distorted amp, giving you plenty of output and tone-shaping capability, but can also give your clean tone a controlled boost. Scoop your midst or tighten your hard rock/metal tone in front of a high gain amplifier. Give that solo a searing boost that cuts perfectly through the mix and give your low end rhythm parts controlled crunch. The 805 is capable of any of these and more. Being a true-bypass pedal, it will feel at home on whatever pedalboard you choose.

• A classic overdrive gives a subtle boost, fat crunch, or a searing tone to your solos. 3-band active EQ shapes your tone just the way you want
• Perfect for overdriven Rock and Metal tones
• Designed and Assembled in Santa Barbara, CA

User questions & answers

Question:	This is the version with the jacks on metal? Or the one on plastic
Answer:	I found that anything beyond single coils with gain at 11:00 the bass flubs out. I really don’t think it’s tight enough for metal. At high gain it’s more of a loose fuzz than a distortion.
Question:	How does this compare to the Ibanez Tube Screamer
Answer:	The Red Remote is sold separately.
Question:	Why is the pedal blue in the picture? On their website it's green
Answer:	A couple days
Question:	Can this be used to play metal
Answer:	6 3/4" L x 4 1/4" W x 3 1/4" H

Product description

Built in the USA, the Tracery's is a modern monster of gain - everything you love about high gain but with that contemporary depth, aggression, clarity and power to blow every other pedal away.

• Inspired by the powerful sound of Ola Englund with searing gain, percussive low end, unparalleled note clarity
• Nails today’s modern, tight, high-gain, cutting metal tone
• Musical and useable tones throughout the range of each control
• Detailed control of your tone with an active 3-band EQ
• Gain switch offers Open (very amp-like and uncompressed) and Tight (quick low-end with added gain and punch) settings
• Voiced to deliver everything from doom-style walls of gain to tones that cut with laser precision
• Features convenient top-mounted jacks and true-bypass switching

User questions & answers

Question:	I need a great fuzz pedal that fits into my boss pedalboard, with the boss dimensions/footprint? will this one fit? i hear it's good
Answer:	plastic jacks
Question:	Mine did not come with a power supply cord. why
Answer:	i would say very comprable in terms of tone but with perhaps a bit more flexibility b/c of the EQ and a bit more drive
Question:	Whic pedal is everyone talking about? you must state which one because amazon groups all of the reviews together regardless of whic your talking abou
Answer:	It's actually like a teal... Like a Seafoam green. It will not adversely "color" your tone. Great pedal, BTW.
Question:	I need a great fuzz pedal that fits into my boss pedalboard, with the boss dimensions/footprint? will this one fit? i hear it's good
Answer:	If you have an amp that cranks most of the way, this will put if over the top. I only have the drive set to about 2 O'clock with the volume the same and when the 805 is switched out. If you play with the same basic tone already you can use this as a boost only... or a boost with adjustable drive and EQ. I used about 4-5 pedals tried and sold in my process of settling on this unit.

Product features

Wampler Dracarys

The Dracarys has everything you love about high gain but with that contemporary depth, aggression, clarity and power. The 3 band active EQ sculpts the tone perfectly, and a gain switch gives you two different styles of distortion. Open is extremely open and free--minimal compression with maximum tone. Tight brings in a natural compression, and when on lower gain settings it can do a really good lower gain tone as well, making the Dracarys one of the most versatile modern distortion pedals today.

Volume

This controls the output level of the pedal. It works just like the volume knob on your guitar or your amp. As you raise the gain knob, and depending on how you adjust the EQ controls and switches, you may need to raise or lower the volume knob to achieve the same output level. That's perfectly normal. We suggest that initially you and where “unity” volume is (when the affected sound level is the same as the unaffected sound level) and work from there.

Open/Tight Toggle Switch

The true versatility lies in this control, when used with the active EQ stack. The open setting sounds just like that - just as it’s described, there isn’t a huge amount of compression and the guitar really opens up with rhythm playing. When switched to tight, there is more compression and the notes sing for ever in solos... Of course, these are just our findings and you may want to use it a different way... try it every way and see what works for you!

Gain

As you can probably guess, this controls the amount of dirt that is heard when the pedal is engaged. The more you turn it clockwise, the heavier and thicker the sound will become. As usual the amount of gain achieved and the style of the gain differs depending on where the switch is.

Got The Scoop

Not practical in a mix, but insanely fun!

Doomsday Has Arrived

A thick, fat, sludgy tidal wave of doom overtaking your signal chain.

Sharp Edges

Rock 'n' Roll always was kind of edgy.

Eddie's Iron Trooper

You take my tone and I’ll take yours too.