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===Crunch===
''Crunch'' has an emphasis on midrange frequencies distortion. It can sound a lot like a vintage-style overdrive (although depending on the amp or pedal model, it may be much smoother and cleaner). This is often the default type of distortion that an amp will provide, requiring a boost or pre-EQ to dial in others. The attack retains most of its dynamics, being able to hear accents and strums. Lower registers can get a little rough and loose, but it's generally clear enough for rock riffing. Chords can get a little nasty, but come through well enough as long as they aren't too complex. Palm mutes are clear but rather percussive, sounding similar to how a clean tone sounds on palm mutes.
''Note: "Crunch" has many contexts, such as the common name for an amp channel with mild/medium distortion and emphasis on attack, as well as the upper-midrange/treble bite that occurs as distortion onsets. This is not what I'm talking about here, although there can be some overlap between the two concepts.''
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