Distortion is a guitar effect that alters the signal’s waveform, creating a gritty, aggressive sound characterized by a high level of harmonic content and sustain. It’s achieved by amplifying the input signal to the point where the amplifier or pedal’s circuitry begins to clip, causing the waveform to become squared off and jagged. This clipping produces harmonics that weren’t present in the original signal, resulting in the characteristic “gritty” or “dirty” tone associated with distortion. Distortion pedals typically feature controls for adjusting the amount of gain or distortion applied, as well as tone-shaping knobs to tailor the sound’s frequency response. Distortion is widely used in rock, metal, and punk music to add power, aggression, and sustain to guitar solos, riffs, and rhythm parts, creating a bold and intense sonic impact in the mix. Popular distortion pedals include the Boss DS-1, Pro Co Rat, and Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi.
Electric guitars use magnetic pickups to convert string vibrations into an electrical signal, which is then amplified. Unlike acoustic guitars, they rely on amplification for volume and tone shaping, making them highly versatile in genres like rock, blues, jazz, and metal. Electric guitars come in many body styles—solid, semi-hollow, and hollow—and feature different pickup configurations, neck types, and hardware. From smooth clean tones to aggressive distortion, they offer a wide sonic range, making them the backbone of modern guitar music.
Guitar pedals are essential tools for shaping your sound, offering everything from subtle tone enhancements to wild, expressive sonic textures. Whether you’re after the grit of overdrive, the shimmer of chorus, the depth of reverb, or the psychedelic swirl of delay and modulation, pedals allow players to personalise their tone and push creative boundaries. Each stomp box adds its own flavour, and when combined, they become a powerful extension of the player’s voice. From vintage classics to cutting-edge innovations, guitar pedals are where the magic happens—turning a great tone into something unforgettable.
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Electro-Harmonix (EHX) is a pioneering brand in the world of guitar effects pedals and audio electronics, known for pushing the boundaries of sound exploration since its founding in 1968. Renowned for their innovative designs and iconic creations, Electro-Harmonix pedals have left an indelible mark on music history. From classics like the Big Muff Pi distortion and Memory Man delay to cutting-edge creations like the POG and HOG series, EHX continually pushes the envelope of what’s possible in effects processing. Whether you’re a guitarist, bassist, keyboardist, or experimental musician, Electro-Harmonix offers a vast array of pedals to inspire creativity and shape your unique sonic landscape.
£83.65
Crushing distortion Singing sustain with attitude Compact, rugged nano enclosure True bypass 9-volt battery included, Optional 9.6DC-200 power supply available
£107.00
The authentic V1 Triangle Big Muff reissued in a nano-sized chassis Effect status LED True bypass Vintage look and graphics Comes with a 9V battery, also accepts an optional EHX 9.6DC200mA PSU
£92.96 £85.00
Distortion type Vintage fuzz. True bypass. Longer sustain. Fat Fuzz Sound. Made in the USA.
£110.99 £88.49
The authentic V2 Violet Ram’s Head Big Muff in a nano-sized chassis Effect status LED True bypass Vintage look and graphics 9V battery included, also accepts optional EHX 9.6VDC-200mA power supply
£59.00
Adjusted distortion pedal for heavy metal. Extensive equalization control, with 14db bass cut or enhancement, 15db mids, and 10db treble. Vol control to adjust the overall output volume. Dist control for input gain adjustment and distortion. Noise gate eliminates unwanted noise and LED indicating signal mutee. Format suitable for any pedal board. I…
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