MXR Randy Rhoads MXR Special Edition Concord Distortion+ Effects Pedal - RR104C

MXR Randy Rhoads Special Edition Concord Distortion+ Effects Pedal

A legendary distortion circuit recreated to capture the raw, harmonic bite that defined a generation

The MXR Randy Rhoads MXR Special Edition Concord Distortion+ Effects Pedal is a faithful tribute to one of the most influential guitarists in rock history. Painstakingly matched to Randy Rhoads’ own vintage MXR Distortion+, this pedal delivers the same raw, overdriven character that helped shape countless iconic recordings and performances.

Designed with direct involvement from the Rhoads family, this special edition model was created after MXR engineers were granted rare access to Randy’s original pedalboard. Every component was carefully analyzed and documented to ensure the resulting circuit recreates the unmistakable harmonic saturation, touch sensitivity, and aggressive drive that Randy used to push high-gain amplifiers into legendary territory.

More than a distortion pedal, this is a piece of rock history built for modern players. From articulate rhythm crunch to soaring, violin-like lead tones, the Distortion+ remains a timeless tool for guitarists seeking expressive dynamics and classic overdrive with unmistakable character.

Features

• Faithfully recreated MXR Distortion+ circuit matched to Randy Rhoads’ original pedal
• Raw, harmonically rich distortion with dynamic response
• Designed with direct collaboration from the Rhoads family
• Special edition model celebrating Randy Rhoads’ musical legacy
• Includes exclusive collector’s booklet and certificate of authenticity

Specifications

• Brand: MXR (Dunlop)
• Model: RR104C
• Type: Distortion effects pedal
• Input Impedance: 1MΩ
• Output Impedance: 25kΩ
• Controls: Output and Distortion
• Power: 9V DC adapter or 9V battery
• Bypass: Hardwire bypass

Why choose the MXR Randy Rhoads MXR Special Edition Concord Distortion+ Effects Pedal

The MXR Randy Rhoads MXR Special Edition Concord Distortion+ is the closest you can get to the pedal that helped define one of rock’s most iconic guitar tones. Built from meticulous research and authentic vintage specifications, it delivers unmistakable bite, sustain, and harmonic richness with legendary pedigree. For players who value tone, history, and expressive overdrive, this pedal offers a direct connection to a monumental musical legacy.

In just a few short years, Randy Rhoads revolutionized the art of the rock 'n' roll guitar player, merging fluid, classically inspired legato passages and melodies with searing, violin-like leads and super-saturated riffs. One of the most crucial components of this riveting sound was the MXR Distortion+—Randy harnessed its raw energy to slam his high-gain amplifier with a torrent of harmonics to create the sonic signature that would etch an indelible mark on music history.

We celebrate his monumental legacy with this recreation of his own MXR Distortion+. For the first time in 42 years, the Rhoads family unveiled Randy’s pedalboard for the MXR design team at the family’s music school in Los Angeles—the Musonia School of Music. There, history was made as the MXR design team carefully opened the pedalboard, closely inspecting and documenting all they could from this rock ’n’ roll artifact. The engineers painstakingly spec'd Randy’s vintage Distortion+, with the direct involvement of sister Kathy Rhoads, and created this signature model to produce the same overdriven tones heard on Randy’s most beloved hits.

This special Concorde edition of the MXR Randy Rhoads Distortion+ comes with a finish inspired by the guitar he helped design with Grover Jackson—a supersonic take on the Flying V that remains the template for hard rock and metal guitars to this day. Includes an exclusive collector's booklet.