MXR Custom Badass '78 Distortion

The MXR Custom Badass '78 Distortion: Amp Stack Tones in a Compact Pedal

Classic Circuit, Hot-Rodded for Modern Players

The MXR Custom Badass '78 Distortion is a factory-modded pedal that delivers the huge tones of an amp stack and the rich, saturated distortion of an old-school tube amp. Built on a classic distortion circuit, this pedal has been hot-rodded to the next level, offering over-the-top soaring leads and thick, meaty rhythms. With just three knobs, dialing in your perfect tone is easy, and the CRUNCH button lets you switch between two modes of diode and LED clipping, adding harmonic richness to your distortion.

Amp-Like Sound with Versatile Performance

The '78 Distortion offers a wide-open, amp-like sound that excels in front of any amplifier setup—whether you're playing through a clean amp, a slightly dirty one, or a fully overdriven rig. This pedal's high-performance circuitry and hardware are designed to stand up to the demands of serious players, ensuring a lifetime of use.

Easy to Use with Professional Features

Despite its simplicity, the '78 Distortion is packed with features that make it a professional-grade tool for any guitarist. The Tilt EQ allows you to fine-tune your tone, and the true hardwire bypass ensures your signal remains pristine when the pedal is not in use. Whether you're looking for a pedal to drive your solos or add grit to your rhythms, the '78 Distortion delivers in spades.

Specifications:

• Input Impedance: 1 MΩ
• Output Impedance: 6 kΩ
• Nominal Input Level: -22 dBV
• Max Output Level:
  • Crunch Off: -5 dBV
  • Crunch On: -2 dBV
• Noise Floor: -84 dBV
• Distortion Range: 27 dB at 500 Hz
• Max System Gain: 43 dB
• Tone Control:
  • Tilt EQ ± 4 dB at 100 Hz
  • ± 5 dB at 2 kHz
• Bypass: True Hardwire
• Current Draw:
  • LEDs Off: 2.5 mA
  • LEDs On: 6 mA
• Power Supply: 9 volts DC