Wilson Effects World War – Versatile Distortion & Overdrive

The World War Distortion is designed to deliver crushing amp-like distortion with the flexibility to dial it back into a rich, dynamic overdrive. Thanks to its unique saturation and clipping controls, this pedal offers an extensive range of tonal possibilities, making it a must-have for players seeking everything from tight, high-gain aggression to smoother, more nuanced drive tones.

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Key Features & Controls

• Saturation Control – Adjusts the circuit’s saturation externally for fine-tuned distortion response.

• Internal Gain Trimmer – Set to maximum gain by default but adjustable for lower gain applications.

• Style Switch – Unlocks multiple clipping configurations:

  • Up Position: Activates the Blend Knob and H/S Switch, allowing you to mix hard and soft clipping sections for a wide range of distortion tones.

  • Down Position: Enables the Clip 1 & Clip 2 Switches, disabling the blend and H/S switch, so you can swap out diodes for even more tonal shaping.

• Versatile Tonal Range – Capable of massive amp-like tones, deep low-end, or a scooped distortion character.

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Additional Features

• True Bypass – Ensures your signal remains uncolored when the pedal is off.

• Power Options – Runs on a standard 9VDC 2.1mm center-negative power supply or a high-quality 9V battery.

• Handmade in the USA – Crafted with premium components in Guilford, Indiana.

• One-Year Warranty – Full coverage on parts and labor.

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From aggressive high-gain riffing to a more restrained, touch-sensitive overdrive, the World War delivers unrivaled tonal versatility. Download the manual for a full breakdown of its features, and if you have any questions, feel free to contact us via the website.