Grunge FX69

The DOD Grunge FX69 epitomizes the 1990s alternative rock sound with its massive, scooped distortion character. Introduced in 1993, it became one of DOD's best-selling pedals by delivering the saturated, aggressive tones heard on countless grunge records.

The colorfully-named controls tell you everything about its character: Loud sets output volume, Grunge controls distortion amount, and Butt/Face adjust low and high EQ respectively. The three-IC gain stage provides more distortion than most pedals of its era could muster.

Unlike the reissued DOD pedals with true bypass, the original FX69 uses buffered switching. The original US-made version differs slightly from the later FX69B reissue. Players seeking that quintessential 90s tone—think Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden—often reach for the Grunge.