Lion Distortion

$279.99
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The Lion is the sound you've been missing. This hardworking distortion offers a multitude of sounds. Use the Lion anywhere from 2nd or 3rd stage drives to super saturated, heavily compressed screaming lead sounds - all in one pedal. You'll love ripping solos with the post-gain lead boost. The Lion pairs perfectly with the Lamb Overdrive.

100% All Analog Signal Path

Full MIDI Control over every knob, switch, and feature

3 Selectable Distortion Circuits:

  • Cyan - Symmetrical silicone diodes
  • White - Asymmetrical silicone diodes
  • Yellow - Red LEDs

3 Selectable Onboard Presets

  • Knobs are inactive in preset mode

100 Onboard Presets with a MIDI controller

  • Any circuit can be saved to any preset location

Live Mode & Preset Mode

  • Live Mode: Knobs always active
  • Preset Mode: Knobs inactive

Quick access between Live Mode & Presets

Multi-Colored LEDs

  • Indicate the status of each preset & distortion circuit

Double Tap Preset Switch for Instant Lead Boost

Soft Click Bypass Switches

Internal 18V Charge Pump

Converts a standard 9V power supply to 18V
Provides maximum headroom and responsive touch dynamics

Power Requirements:

9V DC (Negative Tip) power supply (not included)
Requires 200mA or larger power supply (lower power may cause performance issues)

Dimensions:

4.7 in x 3.7 in x 1.66 in (119 mm x 94 mm x 42 mm)

Op-Amp Based Distortion Circuit with hard clipping diodes placed after the feedback loop

Tone inspired by classic circuits like:

Boss DS-1
Pro Co Rat
JHS Angry Charlie

High Headroom & Dynamic Response due to internal 18V conversion

Three Selectable Distortion Circuits:

Custom-voiced distortion tones with a range of gain structures

Lead Boost Mode for instant gain increase with a double tap

From Subtle Grit to Roaring Power—All in One Pedal

Unleash Versatility with Every Riff

The Lion Distortion is built for players who demand flexibility without sacrificing tone. Whether you’re chasing that “spanky” single-coil crunch, a smooth, soaring lead tone, or a full-throttle high-gain punch, the Lion delivers it all—in one box. Designed to stack seamlessly with other effects, it keeps your tone clear and defined, even in complex signal chains.

Tweak your sound with intuitive high and low-cut controls that let you fine-tune your tone to any amp or modeler. Plus, onboard clipping options allow you to shift the feel and character of your distortion with ease—unlocking sounds and textures other pedals just can’t match. It’s everything you need in one streamlined, powerful box.

Built for the Modern Player

MIDI Power, Live Flexibility, and Pure Sonic Fire

The Lion Distortion isn’t just about raw power—it’s about control. Designed with gigging musicians in mind, the Lion offers full MIDI integration, allowing you to program, save, and instantly recall presets for ultimate flexibility. Whether you’re running a simple board or exploring the vast possibilities of MIDI, the Lion fits effortlessly into your setup—you can dive into advanced features or keep it simple and intuitive.

In a live setting, the Lion truly shines. Its rich, warm, and saturated tones cut through the mix exactly when you need them, while onboard presets and responsive clipping options give you a toolkit for any moment on stage. Whether you're adding just a touch of grit or cranking the gain for a wall of sound, the Lion delivers the perfect distortion—every time.

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Explore the Controls

Lion Distortion

Volume Knob

Used to set the overall output volume of the Lion. 

Gain Knob

Used to set the amount of gain/breakup of the Lion.

Low Cut Knob

Used to add or remove Low frequencies from the Lion.

High Cut Knob

The high cut circuit is post gain which allows you to really fine tune the overall presence of your signal. Turned counter clockwise lets more high frequencies through while turning clockwise will remove highs from your signal path.

Preset Switch

Tap the Preset switch to activate Preset Mode. Press and hold the Preset switch for ½ second to cycle through presets, returning to the first after the last. Double-press the Preset switch to activate the Lead Boost.

Bypass Switch

Hold the Bypass switch for ½ second to cycle through circuits, starting over after the last one. To enter Preset Save Mode, hold both Preset and Bypass switches until the Bypass LED flashes; a short press of the Bypass switch will let you select a circuit for saving. Exit save mode by holding the Bypass switch for 2 seconds. You can also adjust the Lead Boost during startup by holding the Bypass switch and using the Preset switch to set the boost level.

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