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Best Fulltone Distortion Pedals 2025

Premium Fulltone distortion pedals - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $50 Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Metal For Punk For Grunge For Hard Rock For Alternative
BRANDS: Electro Harmonix Harley Benton JHS Pedals MXR Boss Wampler Tone City tc electronic EarthQuaker Devices British Pedal Company Walrus Audio Keeley Joyo J. Rockett Audio Designs Wren & Cuff Behringer Origin Effects JAM pedals Xotic Mythos Pedals Marshall Crazy Tube Circuits Mooer Fulltone Cornerstone Z.Vex Warm Audio Tubesteader Revv Maxon KMA Audio Machines Fender Dunlop Digitech Way Huge Strymon Old Blood Noise Endeavors Mad Professor LPD Pedals Kasleder Ibanez Harby Pedals
Fulltone 69 MKII Pedal - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Fulltone 69 MKII Pedal

by Fulltone
Hard Rock Punk Grunge
Key Feature:
• Classic rock and metal tones
✓ PROS
  • • Classic rock and metal tones
  • • Enhances amp overdrive
✗ CONS
  • • Battery drain in active pedals
  • • Requires careful EQ adjustment

Fulltone 69 MKII Pedal, Effect PedalWhen you talk about the classic fuzz, you probably mean the sound of the legendary...

⭐ 4.7/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 265104
$252
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Fulltone Custom Shop OCD-GE Overdrive - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Fulltone Custom Shop OCD-GE Overdrive

by Fulltone
Punk Alternative Hard Rock
Key Feature:
• Enhances amp overdrive
✓ PROS
  • • Great for lead guitar solos
  • • Wide range of gain levels
✗ CONS
  • • Battery drain in active pedals
  • • Can mask guitar's natural tone

Fulltone Custom Shop OCD-GE OverdriveEffect pedal for electric guitarOverdriveReproduces the dynamics and overtone...

⭐ 5.0/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 476026
$263
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fulltone Full-Drive 3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Fulltone Full-Drive 3

by Fulltone
Grunge Punk Hard Rock
Key Feature:
• Wide range of gain levels
✓ PROS
  • • Great for lead guitar solos
  • • Enhances amp overdrive
✗ CONS
  • • Can mask guitar's natural tone
  • • Battery drain in active pedals

Fulltone Full-Drive 3Effects PedalOverdrive / Boost & BufferThe FD3 uses both a JFET input and a JFET operational...

⭐ 4.9/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 342619
$219
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fulltone OCD Overdrive V2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Fulltone OCD Overdrive V2

by Fulltone
Grunge Alternative Punk
Key Feature:
• Classic rock and metal tones
✓ PROS
  • • Enhances amp overdrive
  • • Great for lead guitar solos
✗ CONS
  • • Requires careful EQ adjustment
  • • Can mask guitar's natural tone

Fulltone OCD Overdrive V2OverdriveThe Fulltone "Obsessive Compulsive Drive V2" (OCD V2) replicates the...

⭐ 4.8/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 416751
$206
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fulltone 70 Pedal BC Fuzz - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Fulltone 70 Pedal BC Fuzz

by Fulltone
Rock Grunge Metal
Key Feature:
• Enhances amp overdrive
✓ PROS
  • • Enhances amp overdrive
  • • Wide range of gain levels
✗ CONS
  • • Can mask guitar's natural tone
  • • May add unwanted noise

Fulltone 70 Pedal BC FuzzEffect Pedal For Electric GuitarsThe Fulltone 70th pedal is based on an iconic round fuzz from...

⭐ 4.4/5 (33 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 537083
$219
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fulltone Octafuzz OF-2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Fulltone Octafuzz OF-2

by Fulltone
Punk Grunge Metal
Key Feature:
• Adds sustain and compression
✓ PROS
  • • Wide range of gain levels
  • • Adds sustain and compression
✗ CONS
  • • Can cause feedback at high volumes
  • • Can mask guitar's natural tone

Fulltone Octafuzz OF-2, Effects PedalThe Strat, Marshal towers, fuzz and wah wah pedals have always been connected...

⭐ 5.0/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 250615
$252
Buy at Thomann View Details
Fulltone Plimsoul MK II Pedal - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Fulltone Plimsoul MK II Pedal

by Fulltone
Rock Alternative Metal
Key Feature:
• Great for lead guitar solos
✓ PROS
  • • Wide range of gain levels
  • • Great for lead guitar solos
✗ CONS
  • • Can cause feedback at high volumes
  • • Battery drain in active pedals

Fulltone Plimsoul MK II PedalEffect pedalDistortionCleancompressed low to mid gain overdriveControls: VolumeSoft...

⭐ 4.6/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 517597
$296
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Distortion Pedals

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced distortion pedals typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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