Electro-Harmonix Metal Muff Distortion Pedal - Crushing Metal Tones | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
Introduction
The Electro-Harmonix Metal Muff delivers devastating heavy metal distortion with unparalleled tonal control. This purpose-built distortion pedal offers everything from tight, pinched-edge aggression to full-throttle crushing gain with beautifully sculpted midrange contouring. Perfect for metal guitarists demanding powerful, defined distortion that cuts through any mix without sacrificing clarity.
Product Overview
The Metal Muff features a rugged die-cast chassis designed to withstand the rigors of touring and intensive playing. Its robust construction houses a meticulously engineered analog circuit that delivers authentic metal tones with exceptional dynamic response.
Comprehensive EQ capabilities include a specialized three-band equalization system with a dedicated midrange control that allows for precise tonal sculpting—from scooped modern metal to midrange-focused classic heavy tones. The pedal's wide gain range produces everything from aggressive rhythm tones to searing lead sounds with excellent note definition.
The unique Top Boost feature provides an additional footswitchable gain stage with its own dedicated control, perfect for solos that need to cut through the mix or creating dramatic tonal shifts within songs without adjusting your amp settings.
Ideal For
- Metal guitarists seeking powerful, defined distortion with exceptional EQ flexibility
- Players who need versatile gain settings from moderately driven to full saturation
- Musicians requiring footswitchable lead boost functionality in a single pedal
- Recording artists demanding studio-quality metal tones with precise midrange control
- Performers who want reliable, tour-worthy construction with analog tone quality
Key Features
Advanced Three-Band EQ
The Metal Muff's specialized EQ section includes bass, mid, and treble controls designed specifically for metal tonalities, allowing precise sculpting of your sound from razor-sharp modern metal to classic heavy tones with pronounced mids.
Footswitchable Top Boost
A separate, footswitchable Top Boost circuit with dedicated level control gives you instant access to soaring lead tones or extreme high-end emphasis without changing your base settings—perfect for solos or dramatic tonal shifts.
Comprehensive Gain Control
The master drive control offers an extensive range of distortion textures from aggressive moderate gain to full-throttle saturation, while maintaining note definition and dynamic response throughout the entire sweep.
High-Quality Analog Circuit
Meticulously designed analog circuitry provides authentic distortion characteristics with the warm harmonics and responsive feel that digital modeling can't replicate, ensuring your tone remains organic even at extreme gain settings.
Professional I/O Design
High input impedance buffered bypass ensures your guitar's signal remains pristine when the pedal is disengaged, while the output section maintains signal integrity when driving long cable runs or complex pedalboards.
What's Included
- Electro-Harmonix Metal Muff distortion pedal
- 9V battery
- User manual
- Limited manufacturer warranty
- Optional 9.6VDC-200mA power adapter available separately
Technical Specifications
Specification | Details |
---|---|
Circuit Type | Analog |
Bypass | Buffered Bypass |
Audio Configuration | Mono |
Controls | Volume, Drive, Bass, Mid, Treble, Top Boost |
Footswitches | Effect On/Off, Top Boost On/Off |
Power Requirement | 9V battery (included) or 9.6VDC power supply (sold separately) |
Current Draw | 25mA |
Dimensions | 5.75" x 4.75" x 2.5" |
Year Released | 2006 |
UPC | 683274010489 |
Experience This Metal Monster Today
Visit No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls to unleash the full potential of the Electro-Harmonix Metal Muff through our high-quality amplification systems. Our knowledgeable staff can help you dial in the perfect metal tone for your playing style and rig. Contact us to check availability or stop by our store to try it yourself.