Boss MD-2
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Essential Information About the BOSS Mega Distortion MD-2 Pedal
Essential Information About the BOSS Mega Distortion MD-2 Pedal
- Big modern sound: very aggressive distortion with a massive low end, designed for current hard rock and metal.
- Big sustain at any level: dedicated Gain Boost circuit to thicken the sound and extend notes, even with pickups of moderate output level.
- Bottom control: bass reinforcement ideal for low tunings and 7-string guitars.
- Quick EQ: the Tone control effectively balances lows and highs to adapt to your amp and speaker cabinet.
Manufacturer Information
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A BOSS Distortion Tailored for "New School" Saturations
The MD-2 belongs to the large family of BOSS compact pedals, with a clear approach: to offer a distortion heavily loaded with low-mids and bass, typical of modern rhythms and tighter, more massive tones. Its dual-stage distortion circuit, combined with dedicated gain amplification, aims for a devastating and direct output, designed to cut through a dense mix without losing the impact of palm muting.
For Whom, Which Styles, and In What Contexts?
The BOSS MD-2 is ideal if you play modern metal, hard rock, hardcore punk, or any style requiring thick distortion and a powerful low-end response. It suits both intermediate guitarists looking for a "real" big plug-and-play sound and experienced musicians wanting a pedal dedicated to heavy rhythms.
In live settings, it integrates easily on a pedalboard to switch from a clean sound to extreme saturation with a single switch. In the studio, it can be used to double rhythm guitars with a more aggressive texture or to create dense leads with lots of sustain. It works particularly well with humbuckers, low tunings, and 6- or 7-string guitars.
Technical specifications
| Effects | Distortion | Type | sector |
| Format | Pedal | Use | electric guitar |
| EQ | Tone | Color | Orange |
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Customer reviews
What customers say
Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews
Customers praised this distortion pedal for its powerful, extreme gain capabilities and versatility. "Mega distortion" with "ultra heavy palm mutes" and excellent build quality. Ideal for metal and heavy genres. Some noted it can be challenging to dial in settings initially, and one customer found the product disappointing.
Review highlights
- âMega distortion, powerful, super versatile with excellent build qualityâ
- âGreat distortion sound. Overdrive is killer! A lot of gain, without any loss of definitionâ
- âVery good pedal, allows a wide variety of distortion, ideal for metalâ
Based on 8 reviews
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I own one for over 5 years now, and has never let me down!
Solid metal build, endures heavy pounding (when you get carried away playing!). Possibility to be AC connected or powered by a 9v battery (tends to rapidly get exausted if jacks are left connected! Just unplug it all and you'll be fine). Great distortion sound, even with a cheap guitar and/or pickups and/or amp. And the Overdrive is killer! A lot of gain, without any loss of definition. The possibility to independently control bottom and tone allows a really wide array of sounds, from a Hendrix smooth distortion to a full-on metal onslaught!
The only two (minor) flaws that can be pointed are the already pointed easily exausted battery (use a recheargeable 9v battery like myself!) and the fact that the battery connecting cord is too close to the pedal spring and clicker, which can be damaging to the cord if the pedal is closed uncarefully. But these are really minor flaws that shouldn't weight on your decision.
Besides, its extremely compact and resistant, and, for the price, a definate must have for a begginer or pro alike! Highly recommended!Automatically translated
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Tested on different amps, it is always phenomenal, but depending on the amp it is not adjusted in the same way at all, but no problem you quickly find the right knob to turn to be satisfied, it's easy!
The distortion is always very, very deep, it gives any guitar something from the grave, recommended for anyone who riffs hard!
A downside when you go into the treble, the sound is super beautiful but a bit drowned out, the soloists may be a bit lacking in potatoes to get out of the mix...Automatically translated
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Very good pedal, I do not regret buying it. Great sustain! You can make good adjustments with, on the other hand, a small noise gate suppressor to remove some background noises...
The distortion is quite trashy pushed to full speed with good settings it gives something good.
The pedal is made of metal, so very solid!Automatically translated
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Mega distortion, powerful, big gain, for ultra heavy Palm mutes.
Extreme distortion, while being super versatile.
The build quality is always excellent, from Boss.
And the price is frankly super fair.Automatically translated
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Good pedal big sound, a bit more difficult to adjust due to the bottom/tone/gain/distortion, but you can find the sound you want, from heavy, to extreme metal without problem
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Questions frequently asked
Is the BOSS MD-2 suitable for modern metal and low tunings?
Its dual-stage circuit and GAIN BOOST control produce a dense saturation ideal for modern metal, hard rock, and hardcore. The BOTTOM setting enhances the low end for palm-muted riffs and 6 or 7-string guitars tuned down.
How to adjust the bass and treble on this pedal?
The concentric TONE/BOTTOM potentiometer separates brightness adjustment from bass boost. It is possible to reduce Bottom and increase Tone to make the pick attack more prominent.
Can it be used with humbuckers?
This pedal is especially suited for guitars equipped with humbuckers, whose output level supports its high gain. The DIST and GAIN BOOST controls allow adjusting distortion amount and sustain.
What power supply should be used for the MD-2?
The DC IN input accepts a mains power supply, not included, and the stated current consumption is 20 mA. Battery operation is indicated by the CHECK indicator, which serves as a status LED.
Does the pedal have a buffered bypass and what connections does it use?
The buffered bypass helps preserve the signal in a long pedal chain. The input and output each use a 6.35 mm jack, housed in a 70 x 125 x 55 mm enclosure.
