Best Fulltone Distortion Pedals 2026
Premium Fulltone distortion pedals - legendary tone and craftsmanship
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
BRANDS:
Electro Harmonix
Harley Benton
JHS Pedals
Boss
MXR
Wampler
Tone City
tc electronic
EarthQuaker Devices
British Pedal Company
J. Rockett Audio Designs
Joyo
Keeley
Walrus Audio
Behringer
Wren & Cuff
JAM pedals
Origin Effects
Crazy Tube Circuits
Marshall
Mythos Pedals
Xotic
Cornerstone
Fulltone
Mooer
Digitech
Dunlop
Fender
KMA Audio Machines
Maxon
Revv
Tubesteader
Warm Audio
Z.Vex
Harby Pedals
Ibanez
Kasleder
LPD Pedals
Mad Professor
Old Blood Noise Endeavors
Strymon
Way Huge
#1
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4.6/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
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...
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4.6/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 517597
$296
#2
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5.0/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
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...
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5.0/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 250615
$252
#3
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4.7/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
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...
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4.7/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 265104
$252
#4
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4.4/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
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...
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4.4/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 537083
$219
#5
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4.8/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
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...
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4.8/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 416751
$206
#6
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5.0/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
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...
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5.0/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 476026
$263
#7
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4.9/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
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...
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4.9/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 342619
$219
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.
