Matthews Effects The Harbinger Distortion - Gold
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Description
The Matthews Effects Harbinger is a boutique distortion pedal that combines the classic "Rodent-style" (ProCo RAT) gain circuit with a powerful active parametric EQ placed before the gain stage. This innovative design allows your frequency adjustments to directly affect how the distortion saturates, providing extreme tonal flexibility.
With a NOS LM308 chip for authentic vintage RAT distortion, the Harbinger delivers a range from smooth overdrive to thick, aggressive distortion. The pre-gain parametric EQ lets you sweep frequencies between 100 Hz and 4 kHz, boosting or cutting up to 15 dB, creating unique resonance notches and enhancing your amp and guitar interaction.
Ideal for guitarists and bassists alike, the Harbinger preserves low-end clarity while offering tonal shaping options such as mid boosts for solos, scooped rhythms, and smooth "woman tone" leads. True bypass and top-mounted jacks ensure pedalboard-friendly operation, while the programmable start state remembers your last pedal setting when powered on.
Item Details
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Product Specs
Body
- NOS LM308 Chip for authentic vintage RAT distortion
- True bypass switching
- Top-mounted jacks for pedalboard convenience
- Programmable start state (remembers last on/off setting)
Electronics
- Parametric EQ (Pre-Gain)
- Frequency Sweep: 100 Hz - 4 kHz
- Boost/Cut: ±15 dB
- Gain Control: Clean boost to heavily saturated distortion
- Output Control: Overall volume adjustment
Hardware
- Boutique construction with rugged enclosure
Miscellaneous
- Tonal versatility: Mid boost/scoop, high-frequency cuts for smooth leads, bass preservation for low-end clarity
EGA Quality Assurance
Every pedal we sell is fully tested, verified for proper operation, and professionally packed prior to shipment. We stand behind our gear and our reputation.