Harmonic Distortion

Harmonic Distortion is a resonant, responsive distortion that brings forward metallic, overtone-rich textures while staying articulate and musical. It favors clarity, dynamics, and interaction over saturation or compression, resulting in a sound that feels lighter, more open, and less processed than modern distortion pedals.

Instead of sterile hifi esque gain, Harmonic Distortion allows harmonics to emerge and interact naturally. The response is distinctly percussive, making changes in attack immediately audible. The overall feel is raw but controlled.

Three clipping modes offer subtle variations in response and harmonic emphasis, from soft subtle clipping to sharper and more immediate.

This pedal is a faithful recreation of a well-known but hard to find 70s fuzz/distortion circuit owned by a well known engineer and musician. Harmonic Distortion is for players looking for something older, leaner, and more expressive than standard modern distortions.

Built by hand with thru hole components, one at a time by me in the Smokey city of Winston-Salem NC. If it ever stops working send it back and I will fix it, replace it, or give you your money back.