The 1312 Distortion is a famous three letter 🐀 distortion circuit with 8 different clipping options on a rotary switch. The 1312 V3 also features an internal charge pump that turns your 9V supply voltage into 18V for increased headroom.

The 1312 began its life as a physical embodiment of some of Black Mass Electronic’s fundamental beliefs: Black Lives Matter and Trans Rights are Human Rights. It also provided an actionable avenue for us to demonstrate our support monetarily. A portion of the profits are donated to leftists causes in New England working to eradicate oppression in all its forms.

Black Lives Matter.

Trans Rights are Human Rights.

If you disagree, our pedals are not for you.

Accolades:

  • 10/10 Rating from guitar.com
  • Editor's Choice from guitar.com
  • Favorite Distortion of 2021 r/guitarpedals

Controls:

Level: Controls overall output level
Filter: Turn clockwise for more treble
Gain: Controls the amount of drive/distortion
Clip: 8 Way rotary switch for selecting clipping diodes. Rotating clockwise, starting at “noon,” clipping options include:
•Vintage Germanium
•Red LEDs
•Silicon
•Asymmetrical MOSFET
•Silicon/Ge
•MOSFET
•Asymmetrical Silicon
•Quad Silicon

Power:
•Standard 2.1mm center negative power only.
•9V DC Only (can run at 18V if you change the dipswitch settings inside)
•Do not run at higher voltages, or use the wrong dipswitch settings.
•Current Draw: 28mA

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Brand
Model
  • 1312 Distortion V3
Categories
Year
  • 2026
Made In
  • United States

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