Tone City Mickey
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Tone City
Mickey - Distortion
Product Info
Article Number:
537609
Brand:
Tone City
Model:
Mickey - Distortion
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$60.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
Product Video
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.
