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Mesa/Boogie Throttle Box Distortion Pedal

Item ID: ThrottleBox

Distortion Pedal with True Bypass Switching, Low-/High-gain Switch, Tone Control, Mid-Cut Control, Internal EQ/Boost Switch, and up to 20dB of Boost

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High-gain Mayhem Plus Powerful Tone Shaping

Put the Mesa/Boogie Throttle Box distortion pedal in front of your amplifier, and get ready for pure rock fury served up with a side of aggression. The Throttle Box specializes in high gain, but you'll find its organic-sounding lower-gain settings to be perfect for blues and classic rock. The Mid-cut control scoops out midrange to give you the signature Boogie V amp sound so many axe slingers have used to create massively heavy guitar tones. And with up to 20dB of signal boost on tap, you'll be able to send your tube amplifier into untamed territory with the Mesa/Boogie Throttle Box distortion pedal.

Mesa/Boogie Throttle Box Distortion Pedal at a Glance:
  • Wide-ranging distortion is a workhorse for your pedalboard
  • Built tough in the USA for rugged reliability

Wide-ranging distortion is a workhorse for your pedalboard
Metalheads can't deny the instant sonic aggression you get from plugging into the Throttle Box distortion pedal, but the high-gain tones aren't the only flavor this box offers. With selectable low- and high-gain settings, separate tone and mid-cut controls, and extra signal boost via the master level control, there's a lot of ground you can cover. Get to know the Throttle Box, and you'll be dialing in blues, classic rock, and fusion tones before you know it.

Built tough in the USA for rugged reliability
Mesa/Boogie has been hand-building some of the most sought after guitar gear in Petaluma, CA since the late '60s. Early fans of Mesa gear include Carlos Santana and Keith Richards, guitarists whose tones have been chased by countless musicians ever since. When you plug into the Throttle Box, you're tapping into decades of innovation. Especially if you gig regularly, you'll appreciate the top-notch sound and construction you get in the Throttle Box.

Mesa/Boogie Throttle Box Distortion Pedal Features:
  • Versatile distortion pedal with powerful tone shaping
  • True bypass switching ensures you maintain your tone
  • Low- and high-gain modes makes it easy to switch between modern and classic tones
  • Master level can add up to 20dB of signal boost
  • Tone and Mid-cut controls let you fine-tune your tone
  • Powered by 1 x 9V battery or optional 9V DC, Negative Center power supply (sold separately)
  • Designed and handbuilt in the USA

Make your amp rage with the Mesa/Boogie Throttle Box!
Specification Detail
Type Distortion
Inputs 1 x Instrument
Outputs 1 x 1/4"
Power Supply Included No
Batteries 1 x 9V
Manufacturer Part Number fp.throttlebox

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Reviews

based on 5 reviews

rectifier in a box

by Daniel from Palmdale, CA
May 15, 2013
Music Background: teacher, pro musician
I wanted a heavier tone that sounded natural, responded like an amp and still retained clarity/detail. I am amazed how well this pedal does all of that. I set my amp up for clean and use this for my d... read more [+]riven sounds. (plugged through an Egnater tweaker/matching cab)
The toggle switch inside smoothes out the low end, better for lead tones. but i like the switch on to keep that chunky low end.
We all know how some distortion/overdrive pedals can "feel" fake in tone/sound, but there is nothing but tone to be had with this pedal. I am glad to say this pedal exceeded my expectations. close [-]

Mesa Throttle Box

by Patrick Comeaux from Broussard, LA
May 8, 2013
Music Background: Semi-Pro musician. 43 years on guitar.
This pedal is everything I hoped it would be. Extraordinary gain control. Minimal gain to full roar......and with minimal noise. Touche, Mesa.

Best box I have!

by Steve g from New jearsy
April 26, 2013
Music Background: Working musician. Home recording
Got this a week ago and it's works perfect! Michael Eads got it to me fast. Sweetwater is the best!!!! Ower band plays metal and the mesa works in better then I thought. thanks Sweetwater

Pure Mesa!

by Edward Scott from Kermit,TX.
March 7, 2013
Music Background: Recording musician
If you want the "Mesa sound"...it's simple...use a Mesa!I have plenty of pedals with sounds meant to emulate any number of Mesa amps,but this pedal is the real deal.Through all of my amps it gave the ... read more [+]most organic representation of a Mesa amp.However when I ran it into my Single Rect-O-Verb it became a pure beast!This pedal is very responsive to various guitars,pickups and volume.Very minute turns of any knob yields a response.Plus...it just looks awesome!I would rcommend it to any true tone junky. close [-]

Extraordinary effect...

by Bob Perrey from Chicago
December 9, 2012
Music Background: Guitarist, Composer
I've had around a dozen distortion-overdrive pedals over the years, including the Mesa Boogie V-Twin (really a preamp), but none is better or more versatile than this overdrive pedal from Mesa. The Th... read more [+]rottle Box, one of four pedals released by Mesa in late 2012), works with almost any amp of any type, including small, low-powered transistorized amps. Of all the qualities of this pedal, the best is that it is nearly silent, even at highest output. And one can easily switch from bypass to high output with ease in the midst of playing. close [-]

I was very pleased with the shipping speed and the way the stand was packed. I was especially surprised to see candy thrown in the box as well, thank you. It was very relevant to your name "sweet" water. Your "Thank You" inserts provided an insight into your service to your customers - and it really shows how you really appreciate your customers. Your customer service is excellent and I would not hesitate to buy from you again ... in fact, you will be the first company that will come to mind for my next purchase because I know what I will expect. Excellent Customer Service!


Cheryll, Lott, TX

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