[ maxon nine series effects ]

Since their introduction in the early 1980’s, Maxon 9-Series designs have achieved a legendary, almost mythical status with pedal connoisseurs around the globe. The reasons for this are simple – superior sound quality and innovative features that offer a seamless interface between performer and performance – nothing more, nothing less. 20 years later this rule still holds true. Now available with improved circuitry including true bypass switching, Maxon 9-Series effects remain the standard by which all others are judged. Experience the power of nine – Maxon 9-Series effects.

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SONIC DISTORTION (SD-9)

$157.50

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MAXON SD-9 Sonic Distortion Effects Pedal

The “black sheep” of the 9-Series, the Maxon SD-9 Sonic Distortion pedal offers the best characteristics of transistor and op-amp circuits in one compact unit. The SD9 has unique Low Boost/Hi Boost Tone control that offers more low-end beef than other effect pedals, while its Distortion and Output controls can provide up to 55 dB of gain boost. At low gain settings the Maxon SD-9 functions perfectly as a full-frequency overdrive pedal. Higher gain settings turn the SD-9 into a hand-held monster; providing gut-wrenching grind and singing sustain that will make a clean amp dirty and a dirty amp downright evil.

"The Maxon SD-9 is the best distortion pedal EVER made, period. It has the clarity and punch you get from a pedal, while retaining the low bass you get with amp distortion. The SD-9 is one of the rare pedals which sound equally great on both the neck and bridge pickups, whether they're humbucking or single coil. It's been a very important part of my tone for many years."

- Scott Henderson

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Scott Henderson said it all... and he surely knows something about guitar playing and tone. One thing to add: The most quiet distortion pedal you can find, too!

Your SD-9 is fantastic. It just sounds and feels better than my Keeley modded TS-9.
I listed my Keeley modded pedal on Craigslist.com if anyone wants to buy it. ;o)

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