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Compact metal distortion pedal with three knobs and toggle switch

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rowin LEF-301C Distortion III guitar pedal

SKU CH-SRDV-70RR9

Compact distortion pedal with Vintage and Turbo modes, true bypass switching and a full metal mini enclosure

  • TypeDISTORTION PEDAL
  • Accessory TypeEffects Pedals - DISTORTION
  • FinishFull Metal Case
  • Body StyleMini Size
  • Body MaterialsMetal
  • Back & SideMetal
  • Two selectable voices cover vintage crunch and high-gain turbo
  • True bypass switching keeps your core tone untouched when off
  • Mini enclosure frees valuable pedalboard real estate
  • Full metal chassis withstands stage and studio abuse
  • Runs on standard 9 V DC centre-negative supply

Compact distortion pedal for board-conscious players

The Rowin LEF-301C Distortion III is an analog distortion pedal built in a full-metal mini enclosure. It offers two voicings — Vintage and Turbo — selected by a toggle switch, and uses true-bypass switching to keep the signal path clean when disengaged. A bright LED shows the active state, and the unit runs on a standard DC 9 V centre-negative supply.

Replaces larger Rat-style units when space is tight

This pedal clones the Pro Co Rat circuit and adds a Turbo mode that layers extra gain, sustain and harmonic body onto the classic Vintage voice. The jump is worth it for players who want the same core tone in a footprint that leaves more room on a crowded board, or for anyone who needs a second distortion flavour without adding bulk.

Fits a standard 9 V pedalboard chain

The mini chassis measures roughly 12 cm with its box and draws 26 mA, so it slots into existing power distributions without extra current budget. Input impedance sits at 1 MΩ and output at 100 kΩ, matching typical guitar and amp interfaces. True-bypass operation means no buffer coloration when the effect is off, preserving the tone of surrounding pedals.

Highlights

  • Two selectable voices cover vintage crunch and high-gain turbo
  • True bypass switching keeps your core tone untouched when off
  • Mini enclosure frees valuable pedalboard real estate
  • Full metal chassis withstands stage and studio abuse
  • Runs on standard 9 V DC centre-negative supply

Specifications

BrandROWIN
SeriesGUITAR EFFECT PEDAL
ModelROWIN LEF-301C DIST-III
Part NumberLEF301C
TypeDISTORTION PEDAL
Accessory TypeEffects Pedals - DISTORTION
FinishFull Metal Case
Body StyleMini Size
Body MaterialsMetal
Back & SideMetal
TopMetal
Neck MaterialsMetal
Fretboard MaterialsPCB Board
Output Power26mA
Inputs1m Ohms
Outputs100k Ohms
Power SupplyDC 9V Negative Center
SpecificationGUITAR EFFECT PEDAL
FeatureANALOG EFFECT PEDAL
Dimension12/6/5cm (with box)
Weight0.22kg
Package ContainsDISTORTION pedal / User Manual / Box

Questions about this item

What pedal-board space does the 12 cm boxed unit need?

The pedal ships in a 12 cm box; the mini metal enclosure itself is smaller, so it fits tight pedal-board layouts without crowding neighbouring effects.

Which power supply polarity does the DC 9 V jack require?

The jack expects a centre-negative 9 V DC supply; using a centre-positive adapter will prevent the pedal from powering up.

When should the 3PDT footswitch be replaced?

The true-bypass footswitch is rated for tens of thousands of cycles; replace it only if the click feels mushy or the signal cuts out when engaged.

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