The Joe Gore Gross Distortion pedal is now available in Version 2, boasting an impressive 228 possible clipping diode configurations, up from 156 in the original version. Renowned for its rich, growling distortion tones, Gross invites both impulsive sound shaping and precise tone sculpting, making it nearly impossible to create a bad sound.
With its highly responsive design, it adapts to your guitar, pick attack, and modifications from its control set. The pedal features two 12-position rotary switches selecting from 24 diodes and an additional switch for asymmetric distortion, offering a plethora of tonal variations. Enhanced with active 2-band EQ, this simple yet dynamic pedal, derived from the Electra circuit, excels both on stage and in the studio. Built in Michigan by skilled craftspeople, Gross is the ultimate Swiss Army tone sculptor for any guitarist looking to expand their sound palette.
NOTE: As on many primitive single-transistor distortion circuits, you’ll probably hear a slight crackling when turning the gain knob. This is not a faulty component but an unavoidable side effect of circuits of this type. For most players, this is not a problem. But if you think you’re likely to adjust the gain control often mid-performance, this may be an issue. Proceed with care.
