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. 

• Huge amp stack tones.
• Old school distortion with a Crunch switch to boost harmonic content.
• Massive rhythm tones.

• Pedal Type: Distortion
• Analog/Digital: Analog
• Inputs: 1 x 1/4"
• Outputs: 1 x 1/4"
• Bypass Switching: True Hardwire
• EQ: Tone Control
• Power Source: 9V DC power supply (sold separately)
• Batteries: 1 x 9V
• Power Usage: 6mA
• Height: 2.12"
• Width: 2.62"
• Depth: 4.37"
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Manufacturer Part Number: M78

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