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MXR Custom Badass '78 Distortion Pedal

MXR Custom Badass ’78 Distortion Pedal

£129.99

The first in a line from the MXR Custom Badass design team, the MXR Custom Badass ’78 Distortion is a factory-modded pedal that roars with huge amp stack tones and old school tube amp-like distortion. We took a classic distortion circuit and hot-rodded it to the next level for over-the-top soaring leads and rich, saturated rhythms. With only three knobs, dialing in Badass tone is a cinch. The CRUNCH button allows you to choose between two different modes of diode and LED clipping, boosting the harmonic content of the distortion. The ’78 Distortion’s wide open amp-like sound sounds great whether…

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Guitars Pedals & Amps are pleased to introduce the MXR Custom Badass ’78 Distortion Pedal available for delivery to all areas of the UK, Europe & everywhere else. The first in a line from the MXR Custom Badass design team, the MXR Custom Badass ’78 Distortion is a factory-modded pedal that roars with huge amp stack tones and old school tube amp-like distortion.

We took a classic distortion circuit and hot-rodded it to the next level for over-the-top soaring leads and rich, saturated rhythms. With only three knobs, dialing in Badass tone is a cinch. The CRUNCH button allows you to choose between two different modes of diode and LED clipping, boosting the harmonic content of the distortion.

The ’78 Distortion’s wide open amp-like sound sounds great whether it’s in front of a clean amp, a slightly dirty amp, or a full on overdriven amp. Under the hood, this high performance machine features top notch circuitry and hardware meant for a lifetime of use.

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MXR are known for making standout phase pedals and more. Founded with a passion for tone and innovation, their gear has shaped countless records and players’ sounds. Look out for their iconic designs and flagship models — they’ve earned a reputation for reliability and creativity.

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Custom — Custom is a core guitar effect that shapes tone in unique ways. The golden fleece here is the an iconic pedal, heard on records by famous players. Boutique builders offer their own spins, while budget brands like Joyo, Harley Benton or Behringer provide affordable clones. Whether you’re chasing classic tones or experimenting with new textures, custom pedals remain essential. Browse custom pedals →. Distortion — Distortion is a core guitar effect that shapes tone in unique ways. The golden fleece here is the Boss DS-1, heard on records by Nirvana, Steve Vai. Boutique builders offer their own spins, while budget brands like Joyo, Harley Benton or Behringer provide affordable clones. Whether you’re chasing classic tones or experimenting with new textures, distortion pedals remain essential. Browse distortion pedals →.

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