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The Electro-Harmonix Classics USA Big Muff Pi distortion/sustainer guitar effects pedal is the stompbox that set the standard for fuzz tone. For over 40 years, the Big Muff Pi has been revered by guitar legends and contemporaries alike for its rich, creamy distortion and violin-like sustain.

Dial in Your Perfect Distortion

Like the original '70s Big Muff Pi, the reissue features three controls—Volume, Tone and Sustain—that provide a spectrum of distortion styles. Crank the Volume for a boost to cut through the mix, increase the Sustain for endless sustain and harmonics, and sweep the Tone from a warm, bassy purr to a sharp, trebly bite. With just a few tweaks of the controls, you can achieve the signature Big Muff Pi sound or forge your own.

A Piece of Music History

The Big Muff Pi earned its status as a legend for its use on countless classic rock recordings. Guitar gods, such as David Gilmour, Carlos Santana and Jimi Hendrix relied on the Big Muff Pi to create their iconic tones. Today, contemporary artists from Jack White to Muse keep the tradition alive with the Big Muff Pi on their pedalboards. With a pedigree like that, the Big Muff Pi shaped rock music as we know it.

Roadworthy and Gig-Ready

Despite its historic roots, the Big Muff Pi is not just a relic of rock's golden age. It's a workhorse pedal built for today's players. The compact, rugged enclosure can withstand the rigors of the road while the simple, intuitive controls make it easy to dial in your tone on the fly. Power it with a 9V battery or any standard 9V DC power adapter (sold separately).

Electro-Harmonix Classics USA Big Muff Pi Distortion/Sustainer Guitar Effects Pedal

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One year warranty on pedals. 90 day warranty on all other products.

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4.59

44 Reviews

94%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Most Liked Positive Review

4

Look Out Hendrix

I reserached this pedal before buying it and found out that Hendrix died in 1970, and this pedal hit the scene in 71. Although hendrix got to play on a prototype, it will make you thing he is playing for you when you plug this into your rig. I play classic rock with this pedal and there is no substitutes, match this to my mexican strat, and my 65' reissue deluxe reverb, and you can smell the 60's. It doesnt really have a mild, it's more of that all out crazy Hendrix distortion, and distorted harmonics. The tone control is a liesaver and can dial in any soudyou need form a Hedrix bass, to a violin like treble. It's very affordable and if I had to trade evey pedal I own, I would for this one.

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Most Liked Negative Review

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Not built to last

I love the sound this pedal makes -- even my bass sustains like a cello on it -- but unfortunately the insides are not built as tough as the big sound would suggest. After owning mine for just over a year, the footswitch started to loosen from the inside and then, one day in practice, permanently failed. This is not a stomp box -- engage the switch gently -- which just doesn't help if you're up on stage rocking. Bummer, ya know?

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  1. Performances11
  2. Home Studio10
  3. Amateur Recording8
  4. Outdoor Events / Games5
  5. Professional Recording5
Cons
  1. Limited Selection Of Effects2
  2. Not Responsive1
  3. Poor Sound Quality1
  4. Very large1
  5. Not Compact1
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  1. Experienced12
  2. Novice3
Pros
  1. Excellent Sound Quality13
  2. Responsive11
  3. Good Selection Of Effects7
  4. Versatile5
  5. Compact3

Reviewed by 44 customers

  • Very fun fuzz pedal #sweepstakes

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 months ago

    byBrandon

    fromCorpus Christi texas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Very fun fuzz pedal just very large #sweepstakes

  • Big Muff and Strats are a match made in heaven!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 months ago

    byPatrick

    fromHarvey, LA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I use it to play Gilmour/Floyd ad Hendrix. Great tone and great sustain.

  • Legendary and classic for a reason

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 months ago

    byAle

    fromWesley Chapel, FL

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Excellent pedal! Love it from day 1

  • Would Buy Again

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 months ago

    byJonathan

    fromHouston, Texas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Great product, would buy again

  • Great product, amazing staff

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byMichael

    fromFarmington Missouri

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Home studio and live performances.

  • Garage Rock in a Box!

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byAiden

    fromCrittenden, KY

    If garage rock was a pedal, the EHX BMP! this bad boy for almost a year now and it held up. My only gripe is now they sell the pedal with the better knobs when they did not when I purchased it. Overall, this fuzzbox is a workhorse of a pedal and will serve the purpose it was made for.

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  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byGuy

    fromundisclosed

    What cables will I need so I can connect it to my electric guitar and from it to my amp

    What cables will I need so I can connect it to my electric guitar and from it to my amp

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Standard guitar cables. Please see "Livewire Advantage Instrument Cable 15 ft. Black"

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byPunk rock girl

    fromGeorgia

    I ordered a big M Pi electro harmonic distortion pedal from u. What cable & power supply do I need

    I ordered a big M Pi electro harmonic distortion pedal from u. What cable & power supply do I need

    Open Reply - Thomas
    You will need the 'Electro-Harmonix US96DC-200BI 9VDC Guitar Effects Power Supply' and a simple guitar cable to connect to an amp from the pedal.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byTony

    fromChaplin, CT

    Can this distortion pedal be used with a keyboard?

    Can this distortion pedal be used with a keyboard?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    The sound may not be optimal, but it would work.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byRussell

    fromNew York, NY

    What DC adapter should I get for this?

    What DC adapter should I get for this?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    This uses a 9V adapter

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byCarol

    fromVA

    Do they come with a power cord?

    Do they come with a power cord?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    It is sold separately.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byChris

    fromMassachusetts

    What is the difference between this one and the one for bass? Will this one not work for bass also?

    What is the difference between this one and the one for bass? Will this one not work for bass also?

    Open Reply - Gear Specialist
    This will work for bass guitar as well.