Distortion with Weight and Girth
Based on the formidable high-gain tone of the VH4 tube amplifier, the Diezel VH4-2 pedal delivers all the high-intensity distortion you can handle. With two switchable channels voiced for rhythm and lead tones, the VH4-2 pedal starts with wide-ranging controls for Gain, Treble, Middle, and Bass. From there, you'll be able to explore a vast soundscape with the Presence, Deep, and Master controls, shaping low-end girth and midrange bite for just the right amount of sonic intimidation. Essentially, the Diezel VH4-2 pedal puts one of the most revered metal amplifiers on your pedalboard.
Based on one of the most popular modern metal amps
First unleashed in 1992, the Diezel VH4-2 is a KT77-powered tube amp with a reputation for exceptional metal tone. You can hear it on recordings by Metallica, Korn, Tool, Staind, and other modern metal pioneers. The amp's four channels ranged from sparkling clean to ultra-high gain — the VH4-2 pedal emulates channel three, or the Mega channel. This is the channel most metal players gravitate toward, offering startling high-gain intensity and immense sonic girth. The VH4-2 allows you to switch between two voicings for rhythm and lead roles, each with its own gain and master volume controls.
Deep, Presence, and Master controls deliver amp-like control over your tone
At the heart of the VH4-2 pedal's character is its Deep (resonance) control. Active in the final output stage of the pedal, the Deep knob allows you to fine-tune your tone's low-end punch in a way you can't achieve with traditional EQ or tone controls. The Presence control helps you find just the right amount of bite to cut through a mix without making your signal too harsh.
Premium build quality for sonic integrity and long-term reliability
At Sweetwater, we've helped countless musicians prepare for world tours, and we can confirm the Diezel VH4-2 pedal is ready for the ordeal. Its metal construction is lightweight yet rugged. Discrete circuitry (instead of an integrated circuit) maximizes sonic integrity. And its included universal 12-volt power supply delivers stable power anywhere in the world. And considering that it packs the VH4-2's Mega channel into a convenient stompbox, the VH4-2 pedal effectively allows you to travel with an additional amplifier.
Diezel VH4-2 Distortion Pedal Features:
- 2-channel distortion pedal for electric guitar, based on the Diezel VH4 tube amplifier
- The definitive sound of mid-'90s metal tone
- Shape your tone with Bass, Middle, Treble, and Gain controls
- Fine-tune low-end girth and resonance with the Deep knob
- Power Amp Output offers a line-level signal for direct connection to your power amp input (effects loop return)
- Dial in just the right amount of bite with the Presence control
- Premium construction with lightweight metal chassis and discrete circuitry
- Includes universal 12-volt DC power supply with international adapters
Tech Specs
- Pedal Type:Distortion, Preamp
- Inputs:1 x 1/4" (instrument)
- Outputs:1 x 1/4" (clean amp out), 1 x 1/4" (power amp out)
- Other I/O:1 x 1/4" (remote channel switch)
- True Bypass:Yes
- Bypass Switching:True Bypass
- Power Source:12-18V DC power supply (12V included)
- Height:1.49"
- Width:3.5"
- Depth:4.48"
- Weight:1.4 lbs.
- Manufacturer Part Number:VH4-2 PEDAL
