{"product_id":"portable-distortion-424-mkii","title":"Benson Portable Distortion 424 MKII","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIntro\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Portable Distortion 424 MKII Guitar Preamp With Bypassable Buffer captures the raw, grimy texture of a classic cassette 4-track preamp and puts it in a compact pedal. Its bypassable buffer dramatically shifts gain and character, allowing your guitar’s high-impedance signal to breathe. Expect everything from clean boosts with subtle EQ to treble lift, warm\/dark textures, and explosive, chaotic grind.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eList of Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBypassable buffer dramatically shifts gain and character, unlocking new tonal personalities from snappy cleans to gritty overdrive.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHigh-impedance guitar compatibility, preserving instrument clarity by feeding signal through the buffer path before the preamp.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCassette 4-track-inspired texture and broad EQ control for tonal sculpting from bite to body.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVersatile array of tones: clean boost with subtle EQ, treble boost, warm\/dark textures, and chaotic grind.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBypass mode preserves the original guitar tone, letting you compare the pedal’s character against an unplugged signal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the 424 MKII, you gain a compact preamp that delivers a wide spectrum of distortion textures while preserving your guitar's core voice. The bypassable buffer adds real tonal flexibility, making it a compelling choice for stage and studio. Add it to your pedalboard and sculpt your signature bite today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Benson Amps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53781512388907,"sku":"Benditors-424mkii","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/4456\/7851\/files\/Screenshot_2025-11-12_at_11.06.40AM.webp?v=1781812745","url":"https:\/\/southshoreguitarboutique.com\/products\/portable-distortion-424-mkii","provider":"South Shore Guitar Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}