Harley Benton Binary
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Harley Benton
Binary
Product Info
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The Binary is a surprisingly capable dual-effect pedal. The distortion is geared towards metal and aggressive rock, while the noise gate is well-controlled and useful for cleaning up high-gain rigs. It's a fantastic entry point for players wanting a compact and budget-friendly solution for both gain and noise reduction.
Product Description
- Harley Benton Binary
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Distortion and analogue noise gate
- Effects can be used simultaneously or individually and in any order
- Effect A: versatile metal distortion with wide gain range
- scooped mids and 2-band EQ control
- Soft/hard switch and threshold control
- On/off footswitch with LED indicator
- Effect B: analogue noise gate with simple and intuitive settings
- On/off footswitch with LED indicator
- 3-Way switch for effect order and effect-only mode
- True bypass
- Powered by a 9 V DC power supply (not included - suitable power supply: art.#409939#)
- Power consumption: 200 mA
- Dimensions: (D x W x H): 120 x 95 x 37 mm
- Weight: 0.32 kg
*Note:*no battery operation possible
PROS
- • Dual effect design offers distortion and noise gate in a single pedal.
- • Metal distortion delivers aggressive tones with a scooped mid profile.
- • Noise gate provides effective noise reduction without excessive gating artifacts.
- • True bypass preserves signal integrity when effects are disengaged.
CONS
- • Plastic enclosure feels noticeably less robust than metal alternatives.
- • Limited EQ control on the distortion side restricts tonal shaping options.
- • No battery operation restricts portability and requires external power.
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Key Features
Distortion Type
High-gain metal distortion, analogue noise gate
Controls
Distortion: Gain, Bass, Treble, Threshold (Noise Gate), Soft/Hard Switch, Effect Order Switch
Bypass Type
True bypass
Power Supply
9V DC (200mA, not included)
Connections
1/4" Input, 1/4" Output, 1/4" Power Jack
Dimensions
120 x 95 x 37 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s a budget-friendly alternative, leaning towards a more raw and aggressive tone than the smoother response of some premium options. Don't expect the same level of refinement, but it delivers a lot of punch for the price.
No, the noise gate offers no clean boost functionality when bypassed; it simply passes the signal unaltered. It's purely for noise reduction.
The scooped mids are pronounced, but the Bass and Treble controls offer some adjustment. It will take some tweaking, but you can dial back the harshness to find a usable tone for various genres.
