Description
MXR M78 Badass Distortion+ Pedal - Red is a hot-rodded version of the classic Distortion+ circuit with a CRUNCH button that boosts the dynamic range and harmonic content of the distortion. It has a Tilt EQ tone control, a 1MΩ input impedance and true hardwire bypass.
Specifications
| SKU | M78 |
|---|---|
| Model | M78 |
| Type | Distortion; hot-rodded classic Distortion+ circuit |
| Crunch button | Boosts the dynamic range and harmonic content of the distortion |
| Color | Red |
| Input Impedance | 1MΩ |
| Output Impedance | 6kΩ |
| 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 |
Common questions
What does the Crunch button on the MXR M78 do?
The Crunch button on the MXR M78 Badass Distortion+ boosts the dynamic range and harmonic content of the distortion.
How much gain does the MXR M78 Badass Distortion+ have?
The MXR M78 Badass Distortion+ has a max system gain of 43 dB and a distortion range of 27 dB at 500 Hz.
How does the tone control on the MXR M78 work?
The MXR M78 Badass Distortion+ uses a Tilt EQ with a range of ±4 dB at 100 Hz and ±5 dB at 2 kHz.
How much power does the MXR M78 Badass Distortion+ draw?
The MXR M78 Badass Distortion+ runs on 9 volts DC and draws 2.5 mA with LEDs off or 6 mA with LEDs on.
Is the MXR M78 Badass Distortion+ true bypass?
Yes. The MXR M78 Badass Distortion+ has true hardwire bypass.
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