Hi evryone,
I was thinking of building a heavy metal pedal, just for fun cause I dont play like that for serious- the idea is getting something like the James Hetfield tone. Though I KNOW what kind of gear he uses in detail, what I want is just to ape his tone for home uses and friend jams... Does anybody know of such a beast? Anything you can recommend? I ll try your suggestions, thanx in advance.
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check out the sledgehammer track, this is gain at 50%
Dude! I mean I know thisis a DIY forum but shit man, if all you want is a metal tone vibe, you really cannot go wrong with a BOSS Metal Zone. Alot cheaper than anything you can build. I got mine used, a Japan made one (this is important to some), for $30 at a pawn shop. A Metal Zone and a large tube amp and your there. I'd go for something 50watts or more to push a little air. :)
Almost any dirt box will do it if you use it with a graphic e.q.
Regards
RDV
hetfield heavy metal? thrash I think
Try the Obsidian, designed by Joe Davisson, or the Whisker Biscuit, designed by Runoffgroove.