The Victor is an analog distortion pedal from Mythos Pedals, described by the maker as "a tribute to one of the most iconic hard-clipping distortion pedals of all time." Hard clipping is a distortion design where the signal is squared off sharply by diodes, producing an aggressive, saturated drive tone. The Victor takes that classic approach and updates it: RockBoard's PedalPedia says it has an improved Filter and Distortion control with a wider range and taper, a boosted low-end, and a lower maximum distortion level to make it more responsive and dynamic while retaining the classic aggressive distortion tone that inspired it1.
Controls
The Victor keeps a simple three-knob layout1:
| Control | What it does |
|---|---|
| Volume | Sets the pedal's output level |
| Filter | Shapes the tone; Mythos says it has a wider range and taper than the classic design it draws on |
| Distortion | Sets the amount of drive; the maximum distortion level is lower than the original, for a more responsive and dynamic feel |
Power and connections
The pedal runs on 9V DC, center negative, the standard supply format for most compact pedals, so it works with a typical pedalboard power supply1. The jacks are top-mount panel jacks, which RockBoard's PedalPedia describes as quality parts; top-mounted jacks keep cable runs short and tidy on a board1.
The Victor is described as a limited release1. Mythos Pedals builds it in a custom bent metal enclosure, and limited runs from small makers can sell through quickly, so availability is not guaranteed1.
Where it sits
As a hard-clipping distortion, The Victor sits on the more aggressive side of the drive family, alongside overdrive pedals and fuzz pedals. RockBoard's PedalPedia says the lower maximum distortion level and boosted low end make it more responsive and dynamic than the classic design it honors, while keeping the aggressive character of the original1.
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Questions
Is the Mythos Pedals The Victor true bypass?
Yes. Mythos Pedals describes The Victor as having true bypass switching, so when the pedal is off, your guitar's signal passes through without the distortion circuit loading it. The pedal also uses quality top-mount panel jacks, which helps with pedalboard layout by keeping cables at the top of the enclosure.
What power supply does The Victor need?
The Victor runs on 9V DC, center negative, the standard supply used by most guitar pedals. Use a regulated 9V DC supply with a center-negative plug, and avoid AC adapters or supplies with the wrong polarity.
Is The Victor an analog distortion?
Yes. The Victor is an analog distortion pedal. Mythos Pedals describes it as a tribute to one of the most iconic hard-clipping distortion pedals of all time, with an improved Filter and Distortion control, a boosted low end and a lower maximum distortion level for a more responsive, dynamic feel.
Is The Victor a limited edition?
Yes. The Victor is described as a limited release, so availability may be restricted. If you are looking for one, it is worth knowing that Mythos Pedals has a history of limited runs, including a limited edition version of its Mjolnir overdrive released as a Black Friday edition.
Sources (1)
- The Victor by Mythos Pedals, RockBoard (rockboard.de), 2026