Boss MD-2
Mega Distortion Guitar Pedal
Boxed and in excellent condition
Key Features
- Unlock
thick, sludgy distortion with the fabled MD-2 - Gain
Boost knob offers superior sonic control - Bottom
control lets you optimise for lower frequencies, ideal for 7+ string
guitars - Robust
protection with Boss’ iconic metal housing
ll Description
Unique design, unique distortion
The Boss MD-2 Mega Distortion is
somewhat of an odd beast in that it has no clipping section, all the distortion
comes from a two-stage distortion circuit. Its heavy sound is all thanks to
ingenious design features in place of a traditional clipping stage. The
capacitors at the input and output of the transistor stage are not polarised
enough to function properly with the input/output AC signal so this will likely
add distortion, along with the emitter follower follower at the output of the
stage due to the high level of the signal and its own slight asymmetrical bias.
This is on top of the fact that this entire section itself adds some asymmetric
distortion thanks to using both PNP and NPN transistors. All these factors
combine to generate crossover distortion and give the MD-2 it’s totally unique
sound and distorted tones.
Features
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Produces extreme, low-end distortion for modern metal and hard rock
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Gain Boost circuit creates huge distortion and sustain regardless of
level
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Bottom control offers bottom-heavy distortion matched to 6 and 7-string
guitars
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Tone control adjusts balance between high and low frequencies
Specifications
General
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Nominal Input Level: -20 dBu
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Input Impedance: 1 Mohm
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Nominal Output Level: -20 dBu
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Output Impedance: 1 kohm
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Recommended Load Impedance: 10 kohms or
Greater
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Bypass: Buffered
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Controls: Gain Boost, Distortion,
Tone/Bottom, Level, Pedal Switch
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Indicator: Check Indicator
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Connectors: 1/4’’ Input Jack, 1/4’’ Output
Jack, DC in Jack
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Power Supply:
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Carbon-Zinc Battery (9 V, 6F22) or Alkaline Battery (9 V, 6LR61)
o
AC Adaptor (PSA Series: Sold Separately)
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Current Draw: 18 mA
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Expected Battery Life Under Continuous Use:
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Carbon: Approx. 19 Hours
o
Alkaline: Approx. 38 Hours
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Accessories: Owner’s Manual, Leaflets,
Carbon-Zinc Battery (9V, 6F22)
Dimensions
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Width: 2.875’’ (73 mm)
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Depth: 5.125’’ (129 mm)
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Height: 2.375’’ (59 mm)
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Weight: 0.41kg (15 oz)
