The FatMetal distortion pedal delivers a thicker, darker sound that fits seamlessly into a clean channel or can serve as a preamp for effects returns or power amps. It caters to musicians seeking a warmer distortion that pairs well with brighter guitars and amplifiers, while being less focused on palm-muted metal, making it ideal for tremolo-picking in Black metal. While it shares features with the TightMetal, its tone has been adjusted to enhance the low end of the Tight and Tone controls. The added Black Gain switch elevates the gain for a thicker, more aggressive sound suited for those styles. The Thrash switch alters the core tone to a heavier, more mid-scooped character reminiscent of classic vintage metal. Black Gain reshapes the tone into an extremely thick sound perfect for metal. Additionally, the noise gate has been refined for a smoother operation, complementing the reduced highs of the FatMetal. A standout feature of this pedal is the SideTrak effects loop, which activates when the pedal is bypassed, effectively functioning as a built-in A/B box.
