DigiTech XMM Metal Master Heavy Metal Distortion Pedal  

Now normally I'm not a huge fan of Digitech pedals because in my experience they often are too noisy but this one is the best thing I've heard out of Digitech yet. I've played around with their Grunge model before I got this pedal and now I can honestly say I'm never turning back! The fact that this pedal can model a wide variety of sounds sets it apart from all the others. Spend your money on a true metal distortion effect. Get this one.

This is a fantastic pedal, for most situations. You can get nearly any tone you desire, from creamy bluest tones to thick, heavy death metal tones. It's got a very clear and articulated characteristic. There's really only a few tones I use, but it's nice that I've got more options. Now, if you're looking for that fantastic Periphery-ish tone (which is my ideal tone) you won't be finding that here, but if you want any sort of typical high-gain tone(i.e., Pantera, Dream Theater, Megadeth to The Faceless, The Arusha Accord, etc.) then look no further. My only complaint is that this pedal eats up batteries like crazy.

I dont know where to start. This pedal is simply beautiful. You can model this pedal to ANY kind of metal, from the light and simple, to the deep demonic chaotic chord changes that are Death Metal. The morph nob(far right on the pedal) changes from extreamlly scooped from 7'o clock to 10'o clock, to a chunky rythm from 12 to 3, then a totally insane distortion that will blow away the compition. I think personally that it sounds much more natural with a battery, even though you get an average 3 to 4 hours out of it. But using an adapter, you get a more digital industrial sound out of it. Overall, I must say that this is one of the most versitial pedal I've ever used. For the price, this is a hidden jewel among the hundreds of other "metal masters." I highly recommend this pedal to ANYONE wanting to play metal, or even hard rock.

this pedal kicks butt. i can copy any kind of distortion with this thing. the lead guitarist will be playing and ill just turn the morph nod and i can sound just like him. its beautifull. thundering lows and screeching highs, and overall loudness. its great for its price. buy it now