

The HAO Rust Booster III is a versatile guitar booster designed to provide instant signal boost without tonal coloration. It features Drive and Level knobs, offering a natural, crunchy overdrive reminiscent of classic guitar tones from the early 70s while remaining faithful to the original amp tone frequency spectrum.
Specifications:
- Input Impedance: 1 Meg Ohm
- Output Impedance: 10K Ohm
- Controls: Drive, Level
- Switch: True Bypass On/Off using 3PDT
- LED: High Illumination Blue
- Jacks: Input/Output (standard ¼”), AC In (2.1 mm barrel, tip negative)
- Power: 9-Volt battery or AC adaptor (9 VDC, 200 mA, tip negative regulated)
- Size: 113 mm (L) x 63 mm (W) x 35 mm (H)
- Weight: 458 g (with battery)
The RB-III improves upon the popular Rust Booster I circuit by increasing the range of distortion, allowing for a wider variety of tones. Additionally, the amount of output has been increased, making the RB-III perfect for use with low-output pickups. Bass players will appreciate its ability to boost bass signals without sounding thin or muddy.
The pedal is suitable for guitarists and bass players seeking a versatile and reliable booster for enhancing their instrument's signal without compromising its original tone.
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$159.99
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