Tone City Holy Aura
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Holy Aura - Distortion / Boost
Product Info
Article Number:
579815
Brand:
Tone City
Model:
Holy Aura - Distortion / Boost
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$126.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Holy Aura is a surprisingly capable distortion pedal, giving you a decent 'amp in a box' vibe. It’s a solid choice for players wanting high-gain sounds without a massive investment, particularly those into modern rock and metal, or needing a flexible boost option. Just be mindful of the power limitations.
Product Description
- Tone City Holy Aura - Distortion / Boost
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- US high gain distortion pedal with "AMP in a box" design
- Combines an overdrive / distortion section with a clean booster
- Both sections can be used individually or combined
- Versatile sound possibilities: from clean to overdrive and from overdrive to high gain distortion
- Clean boost with up to 20 dB gain
- True Bypass
- Controls for bass
- high
- boost
- volume
- gain
- presence
- tight
- Bypass footswitch for each section
- Status LED for each section
- Metal housing
- Input and output: 6.3 mm mono jack
- Power supply via optional 9V DC power supply unit (e.g. #409939#
- not included)
- 2.1 mm x 5.5 mm barrel connector
- center negative
- Battery operation not supported
- Power consumption: 25 mA
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 100 x 120 x 52 mm
- Weight: 350 g
PROS
- • Dual-section design offers genuine flexibility for clean boost and distortion.
- • Metal enclosure feels surprisingly robust for a budget-friendly pedal.
- • Presence control adds significant clarity and tightness to high-gain tones.
- • Tight control effectively tames low-end muddiness in heavier distortion settings.
CONS
- • Limited power options – no battery operation restricts pedalboard placement.
- • The clean boost, while usable, lacks the sparkle of dedicated clean boost pedals.
- • Tone City's build quality, while decent, isn't on par with boutique offerings.
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
High-gain distortion with overdrive/boost capabilities; simulates a high-gain amp.
Controls
Bass, Mid, High, Boost, Volume, Gain, Presence, Tight (each with independent footswitch bypass)
Bypass Type
True Bypass for both distortion and boost sections.
Power Supply
9V DC power supply required (2.1mm x 5.5mm barrel connector, center negative; not included)
Connections
Two 6.3mm mono jack inputs and outputs; dual status LEDs for section status.
Dimensions
100mm (L) x 65mm (W) x 30mm (H) – standard pedalboard size
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Holy Aura offers a higher gain ceiling and a more modern distortion character than the DS-1, but lacks the DS-1's classic, raw edge.
Yes, the boost section provides a noticeable volume increase, but it's not a pristine, transparent clean boost—expect a slight coloration.
Absolutely; the tight control significantly reduces muddiness, especially useful when paired with darker-sounding guitars or amps.
