KMA Machines Guardian of the Wurm Metal Distortion Effects Pedal

The KMA Machines GUARDIAN of the WURM fuses the legendary WURM Distortion with a powerful, intuitive noise gate, creating the ultimate high-gain monster. From Swedish death-metal chainsaw tones to prog-rock grit, shoegaze walls of sound, and even doom metal drones, this pedal gives you crushing distortion with total control.

Based on the cult-classic Boss HM-2 MIJ, the WURM was already one of the most flexible HM-2 inspired distortions available. The GUARDIAN of the WURM takes things further with a built-in Blackmer® VCA-based noise gate, expanded EQ, multiple clipping options, and advanced routing features – making it the most versatile dirt pedal in KMA’s lineup.

Main Features

• Distortion with Integrated Noise Gate – unleash high-gain tones with clarity
• Evolved WURM Distortion Circuit – the most extensive HM-2 style pedal available
• Noise Gate with Blackmer® VCA – fast, precise, and easy to control
• 3 Clipping Styles:
  • Silicon (Si): classic HM-2 compression
  • Asymmetric (A-S): more headroom, grit, and harmonics
  • Off (Diode Lift): minimal compression, ideal for baritone/bass
• 4-Band Active EQ – with variable centre frequencies for total tonal control
• EQ-STYLE Modes: HM-II / KMA / BOTH for distinct midrange voicings
• Clean Blend Control – preserve pick attack and low end
• FX Loop – between distortion and gate for flexible routing
• External Trigger Input – use an external source to control the gate
• Internal Adjustments: Input filter, trigger source, and gate response DIP switches
• Relay-Based Soft Switching – independent or synced modes for flexibility
• Handmade in Berlin, Germany

Specifications

• Circuit: Evolved HM-2 inspired distortion + integrated noise gate
• Noise Gate: Blackmer® VCA, lightning fast response
• EQ: 4-band active EQ with adjustable centre frequencies
• Clipping Modes: Silicon, Asymmetric, Diode Lift
• Routing: FX Loop between distortion/gate, external trigger input
• Bypass: Relay-based soft switching (independent/synced modes)
• Power: 9V DC PSU (centre -, 2.1mm, >150mA, not included)
• Build: Made in Berlin, Germany

The KMA Machines GUARDIAN of the WURM – crushing HM-2 inspired distortion, advanced EQ shaping, and a fast, intelligent noise gate to tame the beast. Perfect for guitar, bass, baritone, or synths.