Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal

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Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal, Action Position Back
Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal, Action Position Back
Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal, Action Position Back
Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal, Action Position Back
Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal, Action Position Back
Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal, Action Position Back
Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal, Action Position Back
Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal, Action Position Back Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal, Action Position Back Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal, Action Position Back Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal, Action Position Back Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal, Action Position Back Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal, Action Position Back Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II High Gain Distortion Pedal, Action Position Back
zZounds Gear Experts Say...
More chug and chunk in your distortion! Designed to work with 7- and 8-string guitars, the Amptweaker Fat Metal Pro II delivers the ideal metal rhythm tone.

Designed by iconic high-gain amp guru James Brown, the Fat Metal Pro II redefines rock/metal tone and the emergence of 7- and 8-string players that need more pronounced and controlled low end. More "chunk" and more "chug" -- in a word, MORE!

James recognized this trend years back and decided it was necessary to create a box specifically designed for these players. Understanding what players need is a hallmark of the Amptweaker philosophy and one that continues to this day. In addition to a full assortment of high-gain tones and switching capabilities, the Fat Metal Pro II now includes Depth Finder and DiFizzerator processing built in for even more tone sculpting abilities.

Perfect for live and studio, the Fat Metal Pro II has included a balanced DI, cab sim and headphone output in addition to three separate loops for multiple processing and switching combinations.

All analog circuitry means none of the latency associated with digital technology for better dynamics, better response, better tone.

Designed for low end distortion used in Black Metal, Doom Metal, etc.

Ultimate tool for recording -- A Swiss Army knife of tools to create perfect tracks quickly and easily. No fumbling through menus or subpages. Turn a knob-get the sound. EQ, Noise Gate, Depth Finder, DeFizzerator, Balanced Output, Cab Simulator all available and ready to go!

Can be used as a preamp or effect pedal -- Connect the Fat Metal Pro II directly into the effects return on an amplifier or directly into… read more a power amp for a full sonic assault or simply run it in into the clean channel of a favorite amp.

Built in noise gate -- Fast and responsive to keep everything TIGHT!

Depth Finder -- Simulate the response of a tube power up with an all analog circuit design. Control Resonance and Presence. Warm up a solid-state amp or add depth to a direct recording track.

DeFizzerator -- Take out some of the excessive high end associated with some amps and speakers in high-gain mode.

Effects Loops -- Three distinct and incredibly useful effects loops conveniently located on the back of the box for easy access and configuration.

Global Loop -- Works when the pedal is on. Great for EQ/Reverb etc.

Boost Loop -- Works whenever the Boost switch is activated. Great for creating the perfect lead tone. Use it to place delay, reverb or other effects that are used during solos.

Side Track -- Use as an A/B switcher between amps -- clean, dirty, etc. OR as an ancillary loop for additional effects when the Fat Metal Pro II is not active.

Two Boost Controls -- One before and one after the distortion.

9V or 18V -- Run at 18V for more headroom or 9V for more drive & compression

Features:

- Hi-Gain Preamp for Recording or Live Performance
- DeFizzerator Built In
- Depth Finder Built In
- Noise Gate
- Resonance & Presence Power Amp Style EQ
- 3-Band EQ w/Smooth Edge & Thrash Switch
- Three Effect Loops (Global/Boost/Side Track)
- Speaker Simulator
- Balanced DI
- Headphone Output
- Dual Boost Controls via Boost Footswitch
- Gain, Tight & Volume Controls
- Runs at 9V or 18V
- Current: 39mA with 9V adapter (Power Supply NOT Included) read less

- Weight: 3 lbs.
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 5.63" x 5" x 2.13"
- Made in the USA
- 5 Year Limited Warranty

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Web: https://amptweaker.com/contact-us/

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars. (1 ratings)
Submitted June 12, 2022 by Brian V

"Quality and customer service took a nosedive after buyout"

Overall: 2 out of 5 stars
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For those unaware Amptweaker is a company started by amp designer James Brown who famously created the Peavey 5150. I have owned multiples of their pedals in the past and until recently they were easily my favorite pedal company in the US. Features such as full metal enclosures, a unique stompbox design that makes it so you are much less likely to accidentally hit a knob with your foot, and some of the best potentiometers I've felt on a pedal, but most of all a willingness to experiment and listen to customer feedback made them my go-to pedal company.Sadly, times have changed. To the best of my knowledge Mr. Brown is dealing with personal issues that have led to him having to sell the Amptweaker brand. Unfortunately it immediately reflects on the new output of pedals they have released. The enclosures are made of plastic, the unique pedal shape is gone, and quite surprisingly this pedal has the WORST potentiometers I've ever felt on a pedal. I am not exaggerating when I say the $30 Donner pedals I have are of much higher quality. Since this pedal has so many knobs crammed so closely together it is very difficult to move one without accidentally bumping another one, and the pots used here are so loose and sensitive that the slightest nudge will move them a quarter turn or more. As this is my go-to distortion pedal I am often adjusting the gain knob to compensate for hotter pickups, and every time I move that knob the adjacent "tight" or "high" knobs will move out of place. Additionally… read more I have had some very strange issues with the boost loop on this pedal. It makes no sense to me but when placing certain pedals in the boost loop they do not receive any signal. If I put the same pedal in any of the other loops or anywhere else in my effects chain it works perfectly. And for the record I'm not talking about finnicky pedals such as fuzzes, this issue has happened with delays as well as overdrives, and to date still has me stumped. The nail in the coffin though is how the company treats its customers. The comments have since been deleted, but in the past if you checked out their youtube channel any time there was a customer comment that was even remotely critical the company would respond in a frankly disgusting matter, saying things such as "we don't need your business" and casting doubt upon the guitar abilities and technical know-how of people who had legitimate issues with their products or were providing constructive criticism, which previously was applauded and taken under consideration when the company was under its original management.TLDR: Quality has tanked, there are some INCREDIBLE things about this pedal, however they were almost all present in the previous version (and what was missing was an easy and common mod). Combined with the downgrades, cheap components, signal chain issues, and most of all how what was originally a customer-focused brand has become toxically anti-consumer and seems to be coasting off of the hard-earned reputation of the previous owner make this a product and brand I will no longer be recommending to anyone. Do yourself a favor, buy a used Amptweaker pedal from before the buyout and don't support companies like this.

Musical Style:
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