MXR Randy Rhoads Concorde Distortion+ Pedal.
A meticulous tribute to the unmistakable tone of Randy Rhoads, this limited-edition pedal recreates the exact character of his personal MXR Distortion+. Known for its raw output, tight response, and cutting harmonic edge, the Distortion+ played a central role in shaping some of the most influential hard rock and early metal guitar tones of all time.
The Concorde Distortion+ captures that same aggressive yet articulate voice — delivering rich harmonic saturation, focused mids, and smooth sustain without excessive compression. Whether pushing a clean amp into singing overdrive or tightening up an already driven channel, it provides immediate attack and dynamic response that reacts naturally to picking intensity and guitar volume adjustments.
Visually, the pedal features Concorde-inspired artwork, paying homage to Rhoads’ legacy while maintaining MXR’s compact, road-ready enclosure format.
Key Features
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Authentic Distortion+ Circuit Recreation: Precisely matched to Randy Rhoads’ original unit for faithful vintage tone and feel.
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Focused, High-Output Gain Structure: Delivers tight low end, pronounced upper mids, and harmonically rich distortion ideal for lead work and riff-driven styles.
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Dynamic Picking Response: Cleans up with lighter touch or guitar volume roll-off, maintaining articulation.
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True Hardwire Bypass: Ensures pure signal path when disengaged.
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Compact MXR Housing: Durable metal chassis built for touring and pedalboard integration.
Technical Specifications
Performance & Application
The Concorde Distortion+ excels at classic high-gain tones characterized by clarity under saturation. It pairs especially well with British-voiced amplifiers and humbucker-equipped guitars, but also adds punch and presence to single-coil setups. Unlike heavily compressed modern distortion circuits, this pedal retains transient detail and upper-mid bite, allowing solos to cut clearly through dense mixes.
Ideal for:
For players seeking authentic late-’70s/early-’80s distortion with tight attack and expressive dynamics, the MXR Randy Rhoads Concorde Distortion+ delivers vintage correctness without compromise. It’s equally suited for collectors, tone purists, and modern players wanting articulate, cutting gain that stands out in a live mix.