Distortion Boxes

Distortion boxes are devices used by musicians and audio engineers to modify the sound of an instrument or signal, typically to add grit, sustain, or unique tonal characteristics. They work by intentionally altering the waveform, often clipping or flattening parts of the audio signal, which produces a richer, more aggressive, or more harmonically complex sound. Commonly used with electric guitars, distortion boxes are essential in genres like rock and metal to create powerful, expressive tones. They are adjustable, allowing users to shape the intensity and character of the distortion to suit their musical style.