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Tone City Mickey - Distortion

Tone City

Mickey - Distortion

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 537609
Model: Mickey - Distortion
Price: $60.50

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This Tone City Mickey is a shockingly capable distortion pedal for the money. It nails that aggressive, saturated sound reminiscent of classic high-gain units, and the dynamic response is a real plus. It's perfect for players wanting a raw, powerful distortion without spending a fortune – especially good for hard rock and metal rhythm tones.

Product Description

  • Tone City Mickey - Distortion
  • Effect Pedal for Guitar
  • Distortion
  • Inspired by a classic 'rodent'-style high-gain distortion pedal from the USA.
  • Wide spectrum of possible sounds from nice crunch to fat
  • rich high-gain tones
  • Dynamic response to the guitar's volume control and the pick attack
  • Controls: Volume
  • Tone
  • Gain
  • Mod toggle switch selects between 2 clipping settings
  • Bypass foot switch
  • Status LED behind transparent gain control
  • Metal housing
  • True Bypass
  • Input: 6.3 mm mono jack
  • Output: 6.3 mm mono jack
  • Power supply connection: Barrel plug 5.5 x 2.1 mm (centre negative)
  • Power supply via 9V DC power supply unit (not included in scope of delivery)
  • Current consumption: 4 mA
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 94 x 45 x 48 mm
  • Weight: approx. 260 g

*Note: *Battery operation not supported

PROS
  • • Surprisingly thick, saturated distortion for the price point.
  • • Mod switch offers a subtle tonal shift, expanding versatility.
  • • Metal housing feels sturdier than expected for a budget pedal.
  • • Responsive to pick attack and volume knob, offering dynamic control.
CONS
  • • True bypass implementation isn't the quietest; some hum may be present.
  • • The 'rodent' inspiration is a bit obvious; lacks originality in aesthetics.
  • • Tone control can be a bit muddy, limiting clarity at higher gain.

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Key Features

Distortion Type High-gain distortion, inspired by classic 'rodent' circuits.
Controls Volume, Tone, Gain, Mod (clipping selection)
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC barrel jack (5.5 x 2.1mm center negative), 4mA current consumption.
Connections 6.3mm mono input/output jacks, barrel power jack.
Dimensions 94 x 45 x 48 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

It captures the core aggressive character but lacks the original’s refined EQ and wider tonal palette; a budget-friendly approximation.
While it’s true bypass, some slight hum or coloration might be noticeable depending on your rig's grounding and noise floor.
It's a full metal enclosure – a nice surprise given the affordable price – offering decent protection and a more substantial feel.

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