Notch Generator
Prepare to unleash a wall of harmonically-rich, singing distortion with the Randall Notch Generator! This unique preamp/overdrive pedal was designed by the legendary effects guru Jerry Pynckel to give players unprecedented control over their tone. At the heart of the Notch Generator lies a tuned bandpass filter that allows you to surgically "notch" a specific range of midrange frequencies, shaping your distortion to cut through the mix with precision. Unlike standard fuzz or overdrive circuits, the Notch Generator's filter-based approach produces a smooth, musical overdrive that retains remarkable clarity and articulation, even at high gain settings. The Distortion knob dials in the perfect amount of grit and sustain, while the Tone Filter sweeps the center frequency of the internal EQ, letting you morph your sound from dark and compressed to sharp and cutting. And with the Volume control on tap, you've got ample output to drive your amp into glorious saturation. The Notch Generator was a favorite of hard rock and heavy metal players in the late '70s, including Randall endorsers like George Lynch, who used it to craft his signature lead tones. Its combination of high-gain sustain and focused midrange made it a secret weapon for carving out a distinct voice in the mix. If you're chasing a unique, harmonically-complex distortion with unparalleled tonal flexibility, the Randall Notch Generator is a must-have addition to your pedalboard.
