Metal Distortion Pedals

Looking to take your guitar playing to the next level? Look no further than our selection of metal distortion pedals. These powerful devices are specifically designed to add that aggressive edge and heavy... tone to your sound, perfect for shredding solos and churning riffs. Whether you're a seasoned metalhead or just starting out on your musical journey, our range of metal distortion pedals offers a variety of options to suit your style and preferences. Get ready to unleash the raw power of your guitar with these must-have tools for any metal guitarist.
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Behringer Super Fuzz SF300 3-Mode Distortion Effects Pedal

Behringer Super Fuzz SF300 3-Mode Distortion Effects Pedal

SKU: BESF300
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DESCRIPTION

A 3-mode distortion effects pedal with dedicated controls for gain, level, and 2-band EQ.

$28.90
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: behringer

DESCRIPTION

A 3-mode distortion effects pedal with dedicated controls for gain, level, and 2-band EQ.
Behringer Ultra Metal UM300 Heavy Distortion Effects Pedal

Behringer Ultra Metal UM300 Heavy Distortion Effects Pedal

SKU: BEUM300
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DESCRIPTION

A digital overdrive and gain guitar pedal with mid-frequency control for tube-like distortion and endless sustain.

$28.90
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: behringer

DESCRIPTION

A digital overdrive and gain guitar pedal with mid-frequency control for tube-like distortion and endless sustain.
Behringer Heavy Metal HM300 Distortion Effects Pedal

Behringer Heavy Metal HM300 Distortion Effects Pedal

SKU: BEHM300
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DESCRIPTION

A powerful digital distortion effects pedal for guitar, offering high-gain tones and endless sustain.

$28.90
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: behringer

DESCRIPTION

A powerful digital distortion effects pedal for guitar, offering high-gain tones and endless sustain.
Boss Waza Craft HM-2W Heavy Metal Distortion Pedal

Boss Waza Craft HM-2W Heavy Metal Distortion Pedal

SKU: BSHM2W
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DESCRIPTION

A A legendary heavy metal distortion pedal with authentic analog sound and modern refinements for enhanced performance.

$164.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: boss

DESCRIPTION

A A legendary heavy metal distortion pedal with authentic analog sound and modern refinements for enhanced performance.
Earthquaker Devices Special Cranker Overdrive Guitar Effects Pedal

Earthquaker Devices Special Cranker Overdrive Guitar Effects Pedal

SKU: EADSPECV1
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DESCRIPTION

A An all-discrete analog overdrive pedal that adds grit and boost to your guitar signal while preserving tone integrity.

$99.00
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: earthquaker devices

DESCRIPTION

A An all-discrete analog overdrive pedal that adds grit and boost to your guitar signal while preserving tone integrity.
Pro Co Sound RAT2 Compact Guitar Distortion Pedal, 1 kOhms Impedance

Pro Co Sound RAT2 Compact Guitar Distortion Pedal, 1 kOhms Impedance

SKU: PRRAT2
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DESCRIPTION

A compact and versatile guitar distortion pedal with classic RAT tone, filter, volume, and distortion controls.

$159.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: pro co sound

DESCRIPTION

A compact and versatile guitar distortion pedal with classic RAT tone, filter, volume, and distortion controls.
Orange Terror Stamp 20W Valve Hybrid Pedal Guitar Amplifier

Orange Terror Stamp 20W Valve Hybrid Pedal Guitar Amplifier

SKU: ORPDTERSTAMP
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DESCRIPTION

A compact, hybrid pedal guitar amplifier with 20W of power, featuring a valve/solid state design and versatile controls.

$219.00
$37 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: orange

DESCRIPTION

A compact, hybrid pedal guitar amplifier with 20W of power, featuring a valve/solid state design and versatile controls.
IK Multimedia X-Drive Boutique Distortion Pedal

IK Multimedia X-Drive Boutique Distortion Pedal

SKU: IKXGPDLXDRIN

DESCRIPTION

A An all-in-one digital multi-effects guitar pedal with 16 overdrive and distortion effects, USB audio interface, and MIDI control.

$329.99
$55 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: ik multimedia

DESCRIPTION

A An all-in-one digital multi-effects guitar pedal with 16 overdrive and distortion effects, USB audio interface, and MIDI control.
Boss Metal Core

Boss Metal Core

SKU: BSML2

DESCRIPTION

A compact digital pedal that delivers extreme distortion and gain for heavy metal genres.

$109.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: boss

DESCRIPTION

A compact digital pedal that delivers extreme distortion and gain for heavy metal genres.
TC Electronic Dark Matter Distortion Effect Foot Pedal

TC Electronic Dark Matter Distortion Effect Foot Pedal

SKU: TCE960720001

DESCRIPTION

A versatile distortion effect foot pedal with vintage-voiced distortion, 2-band EQ, voicing switch, and true bypass.

$66.90
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: tc electronic

DESCRIPTION

A versatile distortion effect foot pedal with vintage-voiced distortion, 2-band EQ, voicing switch, and true bypass.
Boss MT-2W Metal Zone Waza Pedal

Boss MT-2W Metal Zone Waza Pedal

SKU: BSMT2W

DESCRIPTION

A high-gain metal zone pedal with enhanced tones, dual-stage gain circuit, and refined EQ for increased clarity and versatility.

$164.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: boss

DESCRIPTION

A high-gain metal zone pedal with enhanced tones, dual-stage gain circuit, and refined EQ for increased clarity and versatility.
Ibanez SMMINI Super Metal Mini Distortion Pedal for Electric Guitar

Ibanez SMMINI Super Metal Mini Distortion Pedal for Electric Guitar

SKU: IBSMMINI

DESCRIPTION

A compact, 100% analog distortion pedal with five-knob control layout and true bypass switch.

$119.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: ibanez

DESCRIPTION

A compact, 100% analog distortion pedal with five-knob control layout and true bypass switch.
Boss Power Stack

Boss Power Stack

SKU: BSST2

DESCRIPTION

A digital guitar pedal that emulates the sound and feel of classic stack amps with extreme high gain.

$131.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: boss

DESCRIPTION

A digital guitar pedal that emulates the sound and feel of classic stack amps with extreme high gain.
Fender MTG Tube Distortion Pedal

Fender MTG Tube Distortion Pedal

SKU: FE0234539000

DESCRIPTION

A compact pedal that delivers authentic tube distortion using a genuine vacuum tube and versatile EQ controls.

$250.99
$42 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: fender

DESCRIPTION

A compact pedal that delivers authentic tube distortion using a genuine vacuum tube and versatile EQ controls.
J Rockett Majestic Overdrive 70's Rock/Blues Tone Pedal

J Rockett Majestic Overdrive 70's Rock/Blues Tone Pedal

SKU: JRMAJESTICOD

DESCRIPTION

A 70's rock-inspired overdrive pedal with amp-like sensitivity and chewy sag for ultimate Jimmy Page style tone.

$199.00
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: j rockett

DESCRIPTION

A 70's rock-inspired overdrive pedal with amp-like sensitivity and chewy sag for ultimate Jimmy Page style tone.
Fender Duel Pugilist Distortion Effect Pedal

Fender Duel Pugilist Distortion Effect Pedal

SKU: FE0234562000

DESCRIPTION

A lightweight, durable distortion pedal with three operating modes and an added 2-band master shelving EQ.

$229.99
$39 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: fender

DESCRIPTION

A lightweight, durable distortion pedal with three operating modes and an added 2-band master shelving EQ.
Behringer Heavy Distortion HD300 Distortion Effects Pedal

Behringer Heavy Distortion HD300 Distortion Effects Pedal

SKU: BEHD300

DESCRIPTION

A powerful dual-distortion effects pedal with massive gain boost for heavy low-end punch and endless sustain.

$28.90
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: behringer

DESCRIPTION

A powerful dual-distortion effects pedal with massive gain boost for heavy low-end punch and endless sustain.
Fender Full Moon Distortion Pedal

Fender Full Moon Distortion Pedal

SKU: FE0234537000

DESCRIPTION

A multi-effects distortion pedal with brutal high-gain tone, symmetrical/asymmetrical clipping modes, and flexible sound-shaping options.

$209.99
$35 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: fender

DESCRIPTION

A multi-effects distortion pedal with brutal high-gain tone, symmetrical/asymmetrical clipping modes, and flexible sound-shaping options.
Squier Hammertone Distortion Pedal

Squier Hammertone Distortion Pedal

SKU: SQ234570000

DESCRIPTION

A versatile analog distortion pedal with 2-band EQ controls for guitar and bass.

$99.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: squier

DESCRIPTION

A versatile analog distortion pedal with 2-band EQ controls for guitar and bass.
Dunlop Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Fzce Mini Distortion Pedal

Dunlop Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Fzce Mini Distortion Pedal

SKU: JDFFM3

DESCRIPTION

A Compact Fuzz Face Mini Distortion pedal with true bypass, LED status indicator, and versatile controls.

$169.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: dunlop

DESCRIPTION

A Compact Fuzz Face Mini Distortion pedal with true bypass, LED status indicator, and versatile controls.
Boss OD-200 Hybrid Drive Pedal for Electric Guitars

Boss OD-200 Hybrid Drive Pedal for Electric Guitars

SKU: BSOD200

DESCRIPTION

A compact hybrid drive pedal with 12 modes, 15 boost types, and advanced gate technology.

$274.99
$46 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: boss

DESCRIPTION

A compact hybrid drive pedal with 12 modes, 15 boost types, and advanced gate technology.
Boss Overdrive & Distortion

Boss Overdrive & Distortion

SKU: BSOS2

DESCRIPTION

A compact pedal that combines overdrive and distortion, maintaining the nuances of single-coil guitar pickups.

$120.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: boss

DESCRIPTION

A compact pedal that combines overdrive and distortion, maintaining the nuances of single-coil guitar pickups.
Orange Distortion Pedal

Orange Distortion Pedal

SKU: ORDISTORTION

DESCRIPTION

A vintage-style distortion pedal with modern circuitry, adjustable treble, low power consumption, and buffered bypass.

$249.00
$42 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: orange

DESCRIPTION

A vintage-style distortion pedal with modern circuitry, adjustable treble, low power consumption, and buffered bypass.
Animals Pedals Push and Pull Distortion Pedal

Animals Pedals Push and Pull Distortion Pedal

SKU: ANPSHPLLD

DESCRIPTION

A thick distortion pedal that creates the iconic brown sound of British amps, perfect for rock guitarists.

$118.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: animals pedals

DESCRIPTION

A thick distortion pedal that creates the iconic brown sound of British amps, perfect for rock guitarists.
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Metal Distortion Pedals

Few sounds are as electrifying as the sheer power unleashed by a great metal distortion pedal. Whether you’re tightening up your rhythm tone for modern djent riffing, dialling in the searing leads of classic thrash, or exploring the crushing low end of doom and sludge, the right pedal can transform your playing experience. Metal distortion pedals are engineered to deliver high-gain saturation, precise articulation, and the kind of aggressive bite that cuts through even the densest mixes. For many guitarists, the search for the best metal distortion pedal is a rite of passage—a journey that begins with the first palm-muted chug and continues through countless hours tweaking EQ, gain, and tone controls to find that elusive “perfect” sound. These pedals aren’t just for professionals; they’re a favorite among bedroom players, weekend warriors, and gigging musicians alike. If you’re shopping for a gift, a heavy distortion pedal is an inspired choice for any guitarist who loves hard rock or metal, offering endless creative possibilities and hours of inspiration.

When considering which pedal belongs on your board, it’s important to think about the role it will play in your overall setup. Some players crave the raw, unfiltered aggression of classic ‘80s metal, while others want the tight, modern attack required for today’s progressive metal and extended-range guitars. The best distortion pedals for metal often feature advanced tone-shaping options, such as three-band EQs or mids controls, allowing you to sculpt your sound for any genre or venue. If you’re playing in a band, a pedal with plenty of output and headroom ensures your tone remains clear and defined, even at stage volumes. For home recording or practice, a pedal with a built-in noise gate or cab simulation can be invaluable, letting you capture studio-quality tones without disturbing the neighbors. Summer is the perfect time to experiment with new gear—whether you’re preparing for festival gigs, recording sessions, or just jamming with friends in the garage. There’s a unique thrill in plugging in a new metal distortion pedal, feeling the amp come alive, and hearing your riffs take on new weight and dimension.

No matter your style or skill level, there’s a metal distortion pedal out there to match your vision. From classic, amp-like crunch to ultra-modern, high-gain saturation, these pedals are designed to push boundaries and inspire creativity. Many guitarists recall the first time they stomped on a distortion pedal and felt the room shake with power; it’s a defining moment that often leads to a lifelong pursuit of tone. If you’re building your first pedalboard or looking to upgrade your sound, take the time to explore the different options available. Consider how the pedal interacts with your amp, guitar pickups, and other effects—sometimes the best metal distortion pedals are the ones that surprise you, unlocking new sonic territory you never knew existed. For a comprehensive look at the latest and greatest in this category, be sure to visit our dedicated Metal Guitar Pedals page, where you’ll find a curated selection to suit every player’s needs. Whether you’re chasing the tight, percussive chug of modern metal or the soaring sustain of classic solos, the right pedal is waiting to help you unleash your creativity and take your playing to the next level.

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