Best Keeley Distortion Pedals 2025

Premium Keeley 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

Keeley Loomer - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Keeley Loomer

by Keeley

Grunge Alternative Punk

Key Feature:

• Classic rock and metal tones

✓ PROS

• Classic rock and metal tones
• Wide range of gain levels

✗ CONS

• Can mask guitar's natural tone
• Battery drain in active pedals

Keeley LoomerEffects pedalFuzz and reverb3 Reverb modes: Focus / reverse / reverb3 Fuzz modes: Flat / full / scoopTrue...

⭐ 4.7/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 411858

$391

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Keeley Dark Side V2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Keeley Dark Side V2

by Keeley

Punk Metal Alternative

Key Feature:

• Enhances amp overdrive

✓ PROS

• Enhances amp overdrive
• Great for lead guitar solos

✗ CONS

• May add unwanted noise
• Requires careful EQ adjustment

Keeley Dark Side V2Effects PedalFuzzphaserUni-VibeFlangerRotaryDelayControls for level (for delay or modulation) Blend...

⭐ 4.6/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 398030

$364

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Keeley Manis Overdrive - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Keeley Manis Overdrive

by Keeley

Punk Rock Hard Rock

Key Feature:

• Great for lead guitar solos

✓ PROS

• Enhances amp overdrive
• Wide range of gain levels

✗ CONS

• Battery drain in active pedals
• Can cause feedback at high volumes

Keeley Manis OverdriveEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarOverdriveFlexible clone-style overdrive with additional...

⭐ 4.9/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 619995

$285

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Keeley Super Phat Mod Full Range OD - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Keeley Super Phat Mod Full Range OD

by Keeley

Rock Grunge Alternative

Key Feature:

• Adds sustain and compression

✓ PROS

• Wide range of gain levels
• Enhances amp overdrive

✗ CONS

• Can mask guitar's natural tone
• Requires careful EQ adjustment

Keeley Super Phat Mod Full Range ODEffects pedalOverdriveTubular JFET gain stagesReissue of the popular Phat ModTrue...

⭐ 4.7/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 406278

$219

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Keeley Blues Disorder Overdrive Dist - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Keeley Blues Disorder Overdrive Dist

by Keeley

Punk Hard Rock Alternative

Key Feature:

• Adds sustain and compression

✓ PROS

• Enhances amp overdrive
• Classic rock and metal tones

✗ CONS

• Can cause feedback at high volumes
• May add unwanted noise

Keeley Blues Disorder Overdrive DistEffect PedalOverdrive / Distortion4-in-1 pedal that offers two classic distortion /...

⭐ 4.9/5 (2 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 587709

$267

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Keeley Octa Psi-Transfigurating Fuzz - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Keeley Octa Psi-Transfigurating Fuzz

by Keeley

Punk Metal Grunge

Key Feature:

• Wide range of gain levels

✓ PROS

• Wide range of gain levels
• Great for lead guitar solos

✗ CONS

• Can mask guitar's natural tone
• Can cause feedback at high volumes

Keeley Octa Psi-Transfigurating FuzzEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarPolyphonic Pitch Shifter / FuzzCombines a digital...

⭐ 5.0/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 600997

$329

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Keeley D&M Drive - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Keeley D&M Drive

by Keeley

Hard Rock Grunge Rock

Key Feature:

• Wide range of gain levels

✓ PROS

• Classic rock and metal tones
• Enhances amp overdrive

✗ CONS

• Can mask guitar's natural tone
• Battery drain in active pedals

Keeley D&M DriveEffect PedalDaniel Steinhardt & Mick Taylor (That Pedal Show) signature overdrive/boost effect...

⭐ 4.7/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 415965

$351

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Keeley Fuzz Bender - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Keeley Fuzz Bender

by Keeley

Alternative Metal Punk

Key Feature:

• Classic rock and metal tones

✓ PROS

• Adds sustain and compression
• Great for lead guitar solos

✗ CONS

• Can cause feedback at high volumes
• May add unwanted noise

Keeley Fuzz BenderEffects Pedal3 Transistor hybrid fuzzCombines high-gain silicon and germanium fuzzFrom fat Squarewave...

⭐ 4.9/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 464734

$186

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Keeley Noble Screamer Overdrive - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Keeley Noble Screamer Overdrive

by Keeley

Hard Rock Metal Rock

Key Feature:

• Enhances amp overdrive

✓ PROS

• Wide range of gain levels
• Great for lead guitar solos

✗ CONS

• Requires careful EQ adjustment
• Can mask guitar's natural tone

Keeley Noble Screamer OverdriveEffect Pedal for Electric GuitarOverdrive4-in-1 Pedal that offers two very familiar...

⭐ 4.7/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 575728

$259

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Keeley Filaments Overdrive - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.4/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Keeley Filaments Overdrive

by Keeley

Alternative Punk Metal

Key Feature:

• Classic rock and metal tones

✓ PROS

• Classic rock and metal tones
• Adds sustain and compression

✗ CONS

• Can cause feedback at high volumes
• May add unwanted noise

Keeley Filaments OverdriveEffects pedalHigh Gain overdrive / distortionEmulates the sound of high-gain tube amplifiers3...

⭐ 4.4/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 411875

$237

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Keeley Angry Orange Distortion & Fuzz - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.8/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Keeley Angry Orange Distortion & Fuzz

by Keeley

Grunge Hard Rock Alternative

Key Feature:

• Enhances amp overdrive

✓ PROS

• Enhances amp overdrive
• Classic rock and metal tones

✗ CONS

• Can mask guitar's natural tone
• Requires careful EQ adjustment

Keeley Angry Orange Distortion & FuzzEffect PedalDistortion / Fuzz4-in-1 pedal that offers two classic distortion /...

⭐ 4.8/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 587706

$197

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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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Best Keeley Distortion Pedals 2025

Keeley Loomer

Keeley Dark Side V2

Keeley Manis Overdrive

Keeley Super Phat Mod Full Range OD

Keeley Blues Disorder Overdrive Dist

Keeley Octa Psi-Transfigurating Fuzz

Keeley D&M Drive

Keeley Fuzz Bender

Keeley Noble Screamer Overdrive

Keeley Filaments Overdrive

Keeley Angry Orange Distortion & Fuzz

How to Choose the Best Distortion Pedals

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