The EHX Hell Melter takes chainsaw distortion to the next level. The Hell Melter features expanded controls and tonal capabilities, allowing the 'in-your-face' sound to broaden by switching to more open clipping options and boosting the internal voltage for increased headroom, less compression and more attack.
Originally designed as the ultimate in high-gain tone, this world-famous distortion circuit is known for the shoegaze wash of My Bloody Valentine. It’s even found a home in the rig of David Gilmour!
Expanded control includes Gain and Level, and a powerful active EQ featuring parametric mids for improved versatility. The Dry level allows for blending the input signal for improved low-end with a bass or even blending in other distorted tones.
The boost Footswitch engages an input gain boost and volume boost which is internally adjustable. The Normal/Burn switch toggles between the classic chainsaw sound and the more open clipping option.
- Classic Heavy Metal circuit with expanded controls
- Increased overall output volume
- Active EQ controls expansion with parametric MIDS control
- Noise gate and dry level control
- NORMAL and BURN modes
- Footswitching boost section
- Independent distortion & level knobs
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Product Specs
- Item Number: 27366
- Make: Electro Harmonix
- Model: Hellmelter
- Condition: Brand New
- Finish: Flame
- Categories: effects-and-pedals ⇒ distortion ⇒ pedal
- Function: Distortion
- Made In: United States
- MPN: 690/HELLMELTER
- UPC: 683274012421
- Modular Grid: Pedals ⓘ +
- Dimensions*: 121 mm wide 102 mm high
- Power*: 140 mA / 9 V DC / Negative Center
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