Plusdistortion is a plug-in that faithfully recreates the iconic MXR Distortion+ pedal, capturing its distinctive tonal character from subtle dirt to intense fuzz and crunch. It models the germanium diode clipping, the lo-fi operational amplifier, and the overall circuitry to deliver an authentic vintage distortion experience. This plug-in allows users to explore the classic sound with added flexibility for personalized tone shaping.

Beyond the traditional distortion and output controls, Plusdistortion offers enhanced features to tailor the effect to a wide range of setups. The input level control adjusts the gain before distortion, accommodating different pickups and signal strengths. An oversampling option improves sound quality by reducing aliasing, while input type settings simulate the interaction between guitar pickups and the pedal's input filter, providing more realistic response variations.

Additional tone-shaping parameters include controls for the amount and character of the op amp and diode clipping, enabling users to fine-tune the distortion's hardness and texture. High cut and low cut filters help manage the frequency response by reducing harsh highs or muddy lows, contributing to a clearer and more balanced sound. These features combine to make Plusdistortion a powerful tool for crafting a wide spectrum of distortion tones rooted in a classic design.