The Disturbators
Two pedals, infinite possibilities
In the crowded world of guitar distortion pedals, finding the right voice for your rig can feel overwhelming. Enter the Disturbator Series, a thoughtfully designed two-pedal lineup that covers the full spectrum of distortion tones, from vintage-inspired warmth to modern high-gain aggression. Whether you’re a bedroom player refining your sound or a touring professional who needs reliable tones night after night, the Disturbator I and II offer distinct sonic personalities that can stand alone or work together as a complete gain solution.
Two Philosophies, One Mission
The Disturbator Series represents two fundamentally different approaches to distortion, each optimized for specific musical applications. The Disturbator I delivers tight, articulate high-gain tones with a modern voicing characterized by scooped midrange and enhanced bass and treble response. It’s the pedal you reach for when you need crushing power chords, aggressive palm-muted riffs, and lead tones that slice through dense band mixes without losing definition.
The Disturbator II takes a different path entirely. Built around vintage-inspired circuit design, it emphasizes dynamic touch-sensitivity, open uncompressed feel, and sweet midrange saturation. This pedal responds to your playing like a great tube amplifier, cleaning up when you ease off and roaring to life when you dig in. It’s the choice for players who value expressive, amp-like distortion with harmonic richness and natural sustain.
Disturbator I: Modern Muscle
The Disturbator I was designed with one goal: deliver maximum gain without sacrificing clarity. Its comprehensive three-band EQ section gives you surgical control over your tone, allowing you to sculpt everything from tight, percussive rhythm sounds to soaring leads with precisely dialed treble bite. The scooped midrange profile creates space in your tone that works beautifully in high-volume band situations, ensuring your guitar cuts through without competing with vocals or other instruments. What makes the Disturbator I special is its ability to maintain note separation even under extreme gain settings. Fast alternate picking passages remain clear and defined. Complex chord voicings don't turn to mush. This pedal's tight low-end response makes it particularly effective for drop-tuned guitars and extended-range instruments where flabby bass frequencies can quickly become problematic. Players who favor aggressive playing styles will appreciate how the Disturbator I responds to picking dynamics while maintaining its core character. It's a pedal that rewards confident, assertive playing with powerful, focused distortion that never feels out of control.
Disturbator II: Vitage Soul
If the Disturbator I is all about precision and power, the Disturbator II is about feel and expressiveness. This pedal captures the magic of classic tube amplifier distortion, that sweet spot where the amp is working hard but still breathing naturally. The open, uncompressed character means your guitar’s volume knob becomes a powerful tone-shaping tool, allowing you to dial in everything from sparkling clean to full saturation without ever touching the pedal.
The Disturbator II’s balanced frequency response and smooth midrange saturation make it incredibly versatile. It excels at bluesy lead work where sustain and harmonic complexity matter, but it’s equally at home delivering warm rhythm tones with excellent clarity. The way this pedal responds to different guitars and playing techniques gives it an organic, almost living quality that digital modeling struggles to replicate.
Tone purists will appreciate the Disturbator II’s ability to enhance rather than mask your core guitar tone. Your instrument’s natural voice remains present. The pedal simply adds layers of harmonic richness and controlled breakup that elevate your sound without fundamentally changing its character.
Better Together
While each Disturbator pedal is a complete solution on its own, the real magic happens when you use them together. The contrasting voicings complement each other beautifully, opening up tonal possibilities that go far beyond what either pedal can achieve alone.
One popular configuration places the Disturbator II first in the chain as a foundation gain stage, with the Disturbator I following to add modern aggression and tonal sculpting. This setup gives you warm, amp-like breakup from the II, enhanced and tightened by the focused character of the I. The result is a massive, three-dimensional distortion sound with both vintage warmth and modern clarity.
Alternatively, running the Disturbator I into the II creates a different flavor. Tight, articulate distortion from the I gets smoothed and enriched by the II’s open, dynamic circuit. This configuration works particularly well for lead tones, where you want the precision of the I combined with the singing sustain and harmonic complexity of the II.
Players can also use the pedals independently for different songs or sections within arrangements. Keep the Disturbator II engaged for verses and rhythm parts, then kick in the Disturbator I for solos or heavier sections that need extra aggression. The tonal contrast between the two pedals makes transitions dramatic and effective.
Built to Last
Both Disturbator pedals feature rugged construction designed to withstand the rigors of professional use. Heavy-duty enclosures, high-quality switches, and true bypass circuitry ensure reliable performance whether you’re playing local clubs or international stages. The thoughtful component selection and hand-tuned voicing mean these pedals will remain relevant in your rig for years to come, regardless of how musical trends evolve.
Finding Your Voice
The beauty of the Disturbator Series lies in its simplicity and focus. Rather than trying to be everything to everyone, each pedal excels at its specific mission. The Disturbator I is unapologetically modern and aggressive. The Disturbator II is unabashedly vintage and expressive. Together, they provide a complete distortion toolkit that covers nearly any musical situation you might encounter.
Whether you’re chasing the tight, scooped tones of modern metal, the warm crunch of classic rock, or something entirely your own, the Disturbator Series offers the tools to get there. These aren’t pedals that impose a particular sound on you—they’re instruments that respond to your touch, amplify your ideas, and help you communicate musically with power and clarity.
In a market flooded with options, the Disturbator I and II stand out by doing a few things exceptionally well rather than attempting to do everything adequately. That focus, combined with genuine tonal versatility and rock-solid construction, makes the Disturbator Series a worthy addition to any serious player’s pedalboar
