Detail 01
3.5 in wide, 4.06 in deep
Standard MXR compact footprint — fits between other pedals without dominating a small board.
Product detailSKU #1274228082291
MXRM-115 Distortion III Pedal
aggressivehigh outputwarmmetalrockhard rock
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
MXR's compact distortion pedal, tuned for high-gain, aggressive tones. For players who want thick, saturated drive from a small, simple box.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock and metal rhythm where you need saturation from a clean amp
- Tight pedalboards where footprint matters
- Players who want one gain sound dialed in and left alone
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing transparent, low-gain overdrive that keeps the amp's voice
- Anyone wanting extensive tone shaping or multiple channels
- Boutique-drive shoppers looking for touch-sensitive breakup
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
1.75 lb weight
Metal-housing weight. It stays where you put it and takes stomping without shifting.
Detail 03
High-output distortion
Plenty of gain on tap. You can push a clean amp into saturation without relying on amp distortion.
Detail 04
Thick, warm voicing
Rounder low mids rather than a thin, fizzy top, so chords stay full at high gain.
Detail 05
Aggressive, cutting character
Presence in the upper mids helps the guitar sit above bass and drums in a band mix.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check whether a power supply is included — many pedals ship without one
- 02Compact MXR enclosures often need the bottom plate removed for battery access
- 03High-gain pedals expose hum and noisy pickups more than clean settings do
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does it need a power supply or does it run on a battery?
MXR compact pedals typically run on 9V, either from a battery inside the enclosure or an external supply. Confirm what ships in the box before ordering.
02Is this good for metal?
It is a high-output, aggressive distortion with thick low mids, which is the territory metal rhythm tones live in.
03How much space does it take on a board?
About 3.5 inches wide by 4 inches deep — the standard MXR compact size.
04Will it work in front of a clean amp?
Yes. It has enough output and gain to produce saturated distortion without depending on your amp's own drive channel.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions Wxhxd
- 3.5 inch x 2.87 inch x 4.06 inch
- Weight
- 1.75
