Behringer HM300 Heavy Metal Distortion Effects Pedal for Electric Guitar

Guitarists craving aggressive, high-gain tones for metal and hard rock will find the Behringer HM300 Heavy Metal Distortion pedal an essential addition to their pedalboard. Plug in your electric guitar, dial in the powerful 3-band EQ, and unleash crushing distortion that cuts through any mix, from bedroom practice to live stage performances.

Key specifications

• Effect type: Heavy Metal Distortion
• Controls: Level, Low, Mid, High, Distortion
• Input connector: 1/4" TS jack
• Output connector: 1/4" TS jack
• Input impedance: 500 kΩ
• Output impedance: 1 kΩ
• Power supply: 9V battery or optional 9V DC adapter (center negative)
• Power consumption: 30 mA (approx.)
• Bypass type: Electronic on/off switch
• LED indicator: Yes (effect on/off and battery check)
• Chassis material: Metal
• EQ type: 3-band active EQ
• Designed for: Electric guitar
• Gain range: High gain

Why choose it

The HM300 delivers the searing, saturated distortion that defines modern metal. Its active 3-band EQ lets you sculpt your tone precisely, from scooped mids to boosted highs, while the sturdy metal chassis ensures reliability on the road. The electronic bypass switch preserves your signal integrity when the effect is off, and the LED indicator keeps you informed of status and battery life.

Ideal use cases

• Live performances for metal and hard rock bands
• Studio recording of high-gain rhythm and lead parts
• Home practice and tone experimentation
• Adding distortion to other instruments like keyboards or bass (with care)

Good to know

The HM300 runs on a standard 9V battery for portability, or you can use a 9V DC adapter (center negative) for extended sessions. With a low current draw of about 30 mA, battery life is decent. Its compact, pedalboard-friendly design fits easily into any setup, and the high input impedance ensures your guitar's tone remains uncolored when the pedal is engaged.