vintage tube amp distortion
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BE SURE TO CHECK MY OTHER LISTINGS!Known as the secret weapon to get the Smashing Pumpkins “Siamese Dream“ lead tone. Very cool pedal and becombig harder to come by. Get it today!What Is the MXR Distortion II?Origins & DesignProduced approximately between 1978 and 1984, the MXR Distortion II (also labeled as Model MX‑142) was MXR’s flagship distortion pedal during the late analog era.It features four control knobs—Drive, Resonance, Filter, and Output—and was designed to mimic the sound of an overdriven amp pushing a 4×12” cabinet.Unique Circuit & Resonance ControlThe standout feature is its Resonance knob, which shapes a band‑pass filter with a hump around 55 Hz—a frequency that matches the resonance of Celestion G12-M speakers in vintage Marshall cabinets. This gives the pedal a notably thick, low‑end punch that many found “woofy” or bass‑heavy, and not always suitable for every guitar setup—but perfect for certain lead tones.Tone & FeelThe Distortion II delivers a chunky, fat distortion - bold and driving, with a tonal character that’s instantly identifiable no matter the setting. Its dual-stage clipping design allows a versatile blend of gritty character and sustain.The Smashing Pumpkins & “Siamese Dream” ToneBilly Corgan’s Secret WeaponThe pedal is best known for its use by Billy Corgan on Smashing Pumpkins’ landmark album Siamese Dream. He used the Distortion II—often paired with an op‑amp Big Muff—as a core component to sculpt his iconic lead tones: searing sustain and aggressive mids that cut through the mix.Role in the Signal ChainAs described by gear historians and pedal recreators, the Distortion II provided the final “push” over an already crunchy Big Muff foundation—elevating leads from gritty to searing and sustain‑rich madness.
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