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Wampler Mofetta Overdrive/Distortion Pedal

Overdrive/Distortion Pedal with 3-band EQ and Texture Switch
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The Iconic MOSFET Gem — Resurrected with Wampler Extras!

Sub-par overdrive tones got you down? Let the Wampler Mofetta overdrive/distortion pedal transform your sound! This Wampler creation mirrors the headroom, clarity, and studio-ready tones of a famous ’90s stompbox that fetches exorbitant sums on today’s used markets. The Mofetta blooms with amp-like responses and slight squeezes of organic compression. The Mofetta’s two modes provide low- to medium-gain dirt, while 3-band EQ lets you sculpt grit, boosts, distortion, and more. Guitarists at Sweetwater are especially keen on stacking the Mofetta with other dirt pedals where 3-band EQ enables you to exercise pinpoint control. The Mofetta’s standard mode uses MOSFET-like op amps and diode clipping to resemble gently pushed tube amp tones, especially at low-gain/high-volume settings. This is similar to the original circuit, which, contrary to popular belief, was only “MOSFET-inspired.” The freshly added Texture mode is Wampler’s way of closing the gap between players’ perception of the original and the reality of the circuitry. Flick the Mofetta’s Texture switch for a twist of full-bodied distortion with more output, tighter definition, and all the cascading breakup and saturated harmonics of authentic MOSFET tech. Revisit a nostalgic favorite or discover the benefits for the very first time with the Mofetta!

Wampler Mofetta Features:

  • Based on a hidden gem from the 1990s known for its amp-like response and generous headroom
  • 3-band EQ provides adjustments suited to any rig or scenario
  • Enhanced texture mode mods the original with added gain and saturated amp-like sensitivity powered by true MOSFET tech
  • USA-made with high-grade components
  • Pedalboard-friendly top-mounted jacks
  • Backed with a limited 5-year warranty
  • Powered by a 9V battery or 9V power supply (sold separately)

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Tech Specs

  • Pedal Type: Distortion, Overdrive
  • Analog/Digital: Analog
  • Controls: Knobs: Bass, Mids, Treble, Level, Gain; Switches: Texture
  • Number of Footswitch Buttons: 1
  • EQ: 3-band EQ
  • Inputs: 1 x 1/4"
  • Outputs: 1 x 1/4"
  • Power Source: 9V DC power supply (sold separately)
  • Power Usage: 10mA
  • Batteries: 1 x 9V
  • Height: 2.3"
  • Width: 2.5"
  • Depth: 4.8"
  • Manufacturer Part Number: Mofetta

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Reviews

Nice Pedal !
Kudos to Brian and team for designing an excellent pedal to honor the original, plus! Pedal sounds accurate to the original and extra girthy with the flip of the toggle. Nice touch! Plenty of gain for low to mid sounds,and very touch responsive. Highly recommended!
Wow. Very Unique and Inviting Personality.
This was an impulse buy and after spending some time with it I feel like the Mofetta is definitely a keeper. To my ear it straddles the line between a low-medium gain OD and a low-gain distortion, but at higher gain settings it sounds a bit more medium-gain-distortion-meets-fuzz. All in really good, very playable ways. One thing for sure is that it really "feels" like it has more gain going on than how it sounds, which is nice because you can get a very buttery, fluid response out of it without needing to resort to over the top gain levels. That's hard to pull off. It does slightly compress things (in an overdriven way...not in a "proper" compression sense) and yet it is very touch-sensitive and dynamic. I suspect people with nicer gear who also have good playing technique will really enjoy this pedal, whereas beginners might not initially "get it" or they may even feel like it isn't easy to play because it is definitely a very revealing pedal. If your playing is good, this pedal will bring that out and it will almost feel effortless, without obscuring your guitar/amp rig's core tone. The Texture switch is aptly named because when in "full mosfet" mode it feels and sounds more "textured" if that makes any sense. It is very apparent when playing it but it's hard to describe otherwise. All said, the Mofetta has its own unique personality and I think Brian Wampler's slightly modified "tribute" to the MT10 is genius. Maybe this pedal will someday be considered a classic in itself?