Empress Effects Heavy Menace

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Empress Effects Heavy Menace

Empress Effects

Heavy Menace

4.8 (47 reviews)

Product Info

Article Number: 564996
Model: Heavy Menace
Price: $302.50

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Product Description

  • Empress Effects Heavy Menace
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Overdrive
  • Heavy and Heavier modes plus a new Lite mode
  • Comfortably covers every higher-gain sound from crunch to full board
  • Footswitchable adaptive gate reacts naturally to held notes
  • but adjusts very quickly at short stops
  • Three-band EQ with sweepable midrange from 200 Hz to 2.5 kHz
  • Weight control to adjust bass response for fat
  • full chords or tight palm mutes
  • Gate key input for additional flexibility
  • Controls: Gain
  • Weight
  • Output
  • Mid-Freq.
  • High
  • Gate Threshold
  • Switch: Heavy / Heavier / Lite(ish) mode
  • LED: Effect On
  • Gate On
  • Footswitch: Effect Bypass
  • Gate
  • Input and output: 6.3 mm jack plug
  • Power consumption: 200 mA
  • Power supply via 9 V DC mains adapter (2.1 x 5.5 mm barrel connector
  • negative pole inside) - suitable power supply unit available under item no. #409939# (not included)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 66 x 122 x 64 mm
  • Made in Canada

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.

Additional Information

About the Empress Effects Heavy Menace

The Empress Effects Heavy Menace combines traditional design with modern performance for Distortion Pedals enthusiasts.

Why Choose the Empress Effects Heavy Menace?

  • Authentic Empress Effects craftsmanship and design
  • Versatile sound suitable for multiple musical genres
  • Professional build quality and reliable performance
  • Part of Empress Effects's respected Distortion Pedals lineup

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Empress Effects Heavy Menace stands out for its exceptional Empress Effects craftsmanship and innovative design. This instrument offers professional-grade quality with reliable performance that musicians trust worldwide.
Yes! The Empress Effects Heavy Menace is an excellent choice for beginners. With its affordable price point and quality construction, it's perfect for learning distortion pedals.
Depending on your specific needs with the Empress Effects Heavy Menace, you may need various accessories. Check the product specifications for recommendations and compatibility.
Proper care of your Empress Effects Heavy Menace includes regular cleaning, proper storage, and following manufacturer guidelines. Consult the manual for specific maintenance requirements.
The Empress Effects Heavy Menace offers unique characteristics that set it apart from similar models. For detailed comparisons with specific alternatives, check out our comparison tools above or browse the similar products section to see how it stacks up against other distortion pedals.

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