Guitarists! I need ideas for the best single effects for the guitarist on a budg!

Guitarists! I need ideas for the best single effects for the guitarist on a budget!?

I am about to go on a guitar equipment shopping spree. I have pretty much figured out my entire setup, but with the nearly limitless options on distortion, that one has stumped me. I need a good pedal that will not break me. I am looking for one that is ideal to do leads that works well along with a delay pedal, but is also hot enough to tap and do pinch harmonics fairly easy. Any ideas?

Oh yeah, and if you have any suggestions for your ideal setup, be free to enlighten me!

Thanks folks.

Rock on!!

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