Walrus Audio Iron Horse V3

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Walrus Audio Iron Horse V3

Walrus Audio

Iron Horse V3

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Product Info

Article Number: 530496
Model: Iron Horse V3
Price: $229.90

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The Iron Horse V3 is a serious contender for high-gain distortion. It's got a fantastic range, from tight, modern crunch to thick, saturated leads. This pedal is perfect for players wanting a dedicated, powerful distortion tone, especially in rock and metal applications.

Product Description

  • Walrus Audio Iron Horse V3
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • High Gain Distortion
  • 2 Continuously mixable clipping styles: Silicon / LED
  • Wide range of sounds thanks to blend and distortion controls
  • True Bypass
  • Very dynamic response
  • Controls: Level
  • Tone
  • Distortion
  • SI/LED Blend
  • LED: Effect On
  • Footswitch: Effect bypass
  • Connectors: Input (6.3 mm jack)
  • output (6.3 mm jack)
  • Power supply connection: Barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm
  • center negative
  • Power consumption: 10 mA
  • Power supply via 9 V DC power supply unit (not included - suitable power supply unit: Art.#409939#)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 66 x 121 x 52 mm
  • Weight 270 g
  • Made in USA

*Note:* Battery operation is not supported

PROS
  • • Silicon/LED clipping offers distinct, usable high-gain textures.
  • • Blend control seamlessly merges distorted and clean signals for stacking.
  • • Robust enclosure and quality components ensure long-term reliability.
  • • Dynamic response reacts well to picking intensity and volume swells.
CONS
  • • Can be overly aggressive for subtle, nuanced gain tones.
  • • Limited versatility compared to multi-mode distortion pedals.
  • • Power consumption, while modest, requires a dedicated power supply.

Product Video

Key Features

Distortion Type High-Gain Distortion (Silicon & LED Clipping)
Controls Level, Tone, Distortion, SI/LED Blend
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC Barrel Connector (5.5 x 2.1mm, Center Negative)
Connections Input (6.3mm), Output (6.3mm), DC Power Input
Dimensions 66 x 121 x 52 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

Silicon clipping is tighter and more aggressive, while LED offers a smoother, more compressed character – both are excellent.
Absolutely, the blend control makes it surprisingly versatile for adding gain and sustain without drastically altering your core tone.
The JLC is more focused on a vintage amp vibe, while the Iron Horse V3 delivers a heavier, more modern high-gain distortion sound.

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