Verdict

The ProTone Skumstortion might beat the hell out of your amp’s distortion channel, but in the bearpit of the pedal market, it’s perhaps best described as a ‘solid choice’, not a life-changing one.

With that said, it’s the cheapest in this round-up, perhaps the most roadworthy (the hand-made US chassis is built like a Sherman tank), and certainly the least fussy, and would therefore make a great first choice for rockers with gigs booked.

But don’t blow your wad just yet…

4 Stars

Pros: Tough, simple, great rock sound.
Cons: Not as crazy as we’d like.

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