RVONE RV3013 High Gain Distortion Pedal, Analog, Aluminum, True Bypass
Product description
The RVONE RV3013 packs high-gain distortion into an aluminum-alloy housing measuring 3.62 x 1.93 x 1.81 inches. Its compact footprint suits a pedalboard where space matters.
Analog circuitry shapes the distortion, with a sound profile designed for high gain and a true-bypass design.
Use the knob controls to move from gritty rhythm tones toward sustained lead sounds. The pedal connects with standard 1/4-inch instrument cables and runs on a compatible 9V DC center-negative power supply, sold separately.
Best use cases
This dedicated distortion pedal fits electric guitar setups for practice, studio recording, and live playing. Its range—from a warmer, vintage-style crunch to more saturated distortion—supports riff-driven parts as well as lead lines. The controls let players adjust the sound while playing, making it practical when a set moves between rhythm and lead tones.
For a setup focused on distortion, the RV3013 offers a more direct approach than a multi-effects unit built around several effect types. Its analog signal format and true-bypass design keep the pedal’s role clear in a signal chain. It can also be combined with an overdrive pedal: placing distortion before or after overdrive changes how the effects interact, giving players room to shape their preferred texture.
Tech specs
- Type: High-gain distortion pedal for electric guitar
- Signal format: Analog
- Bypass: True bypass
- Controls: Knob
- Housing: Aluminum alloy
- Dimensions: 3.62 x 1.93 x 1.81 inches
- Weight: 160 g
- Audio connection: 1/4-inch input and output
- Power: 9V DC, center-negative, power supply sold separately
What you’ll notice day to day
The compact metal enclosure keeps the pedalboard footprint manageable, while its 160 g weight supports a portable setup. On stage, the knob layout provides a straightforward way to adjust distortion between songs or playing sections. At home or in the studio, the same controls make it easy to shape a sound for a particular guitar part without changing the pedal’s central role in the rig.
Customers highlight the pedal’s sound and build, and some describe it as responsive to picking dynamics and useful for both rhythm and lead playing. Those impressions align with the stated range of distortion styles, from warmer crunch to high-gain saturation, while leaving room to set the response to your own playing.
What to clarify
What power supply does the RV3013 use? It uses a 9V DC, center-negative power supply. The supply is sold separately, so choose one with the specified polarity and voltage.
Which jack is the input? With the pedal facing upward, the right jack is the input and the left jack is the output. Standard 1/4-inch instrument cables are recommended.
Can it cover both vintage-style crunch and modern high gain? The described distortion range runs from warmer, vintage-style crunch to more saturated high-gain tones. Use the knob controls to shape the sound for rhythm or lead parts.
Should you buy it?
Choose the RVONE RV3013 if you want a dedicated analog distortion pedal with a compact aluminum-alloy enclosure, true bypass, and a usable range from crunch to high gain. It’s a practical fit for guitarists building a focused pedalboard for riffs, recording, or live sets.