The Costalab Bad Angel is a highly versatile distortion pedal, engineered to deliver control, character, and clarity, even at extreme gain levels.
It was built with a clear technical and musical goal: to provide powerful saturation that remains responsive and defined—perfectly suited for anything from bold rhythm work to intricate, high-speed leads.
At its core is a state-of-the-art Op-Amp, featuring specifications ten times higher than the average Mosfet design. The result? Ultra-low noise, even at high gain settings, and a signal that feels tight, responsive, and rich with presence.
Its expressive core is the “Soul” switch, offering two distinct clipping modes. With the green LED engaged, you get the Modern mode—sharp, punchy, and articulate. Flip to the red LED, and you’re in Classic territory—warm, compressed, and saturated with harmonics. Two distinct voices, one unified purpose.

