Electro Harmonix Hell Melter Distortion
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Electro Harmonix
Hell Melter Distortion
Product Info
Article Number:
562768
Brand:
Electro Harmonix
Model:
Hell Melter Distortion
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$174.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Hell Melter is a seriously brutal distortion pedal that's surprisingly versatile. It’s a modern take on a classic, offering a wide range of high-gain sounds from chunky rhythm tones to searing leads – especially when you engage the 'Burn' mode. If you’re into heavier genres and want a pedal that can deliver crushing distortion without being one-dimensional, this is a great choice.
Product Description
- Electro Harmonix Hell Melter Distortion
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Distortion
- Modern version of the iconic heavy metal pedal with expanded controls
- modes and boost
- Controls: Level
- Distortion
- High
- Mid Level
- Mid Freq
- Dry Level
- Gate
- Switch: Normal/Burn
- LED: Effect On
- Boost
- Footswitch: Effect Bypass
- Boost
- 6.3 mm jack input
- 6.3 mm jack output
- Mains adapter connection: hollow plug socket 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- centre negative
- Current consumption: 140mA
- Powered by a 9 V battery or a 9 V DC power adapter (power adapter included)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 121 x 102 x 57 mm
- Weight: 590g
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Aggressive, modern distortion with a surprisingly wide tonal palette.
- • Burn mode adds a searing, high-gain character perfect for metal.
- • Mid-frequency control allows for precise sculpting of the midrange.
- • Solid, roadworthy build quality – EHX has stepped up their construction.
CONS
- • Can be overly aggressive for subtle or vintage-style distortion needs.
- • Dry blend control can get muddy if not dialed in carefully.
- • Relatively heavy for a compact pedal, may impact pedalboard stability.
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
High-Gain Distortion / Overdrive
Controls
Level, Distortion, High, Mid Level, Mid Freq, Low, Dry Level, Gate, Normal/Burn Switch
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
9V DC Adapter (included) or 9V Battery
Connections
6.3mm Input, 6.3mm Output, 5.5x2.1mm DC Power Jack
Dimensions
121 x 102 x 57 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Burn mode significantly increases gain and adds a more aggressive, compressed character, often described as a 'rectifier' effect, pushing the distortion into heavier territory.
Yes, the dry blend allows you to retain some of your original signal, which can be great for preserving clarity and articulation when used with other pedals – experiment with it to find the right balance.
It’s more of a targeted midrange boost/cut; it's not a full EQ, but it gives you a surprisingly effective way to shape the pedal's character and cut through a dense mix.
