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Description

Unleash the beast within your guitar with the Blackstar LT Metal Pedal, a compact powerhouse designed for the metal enthusiast seeking the ultimate distortion. This pedal condenses the ferocious sound of the HT-series into a sleek, pedalboard-friendly format. With its innovative clipping circuit, it mimics the roar of high-voltage tube amps, delivering a spectrum of distortion that can cater to any metal genre. The LT Metal Pedal doesn't just stop at distortion; it offers unparalleled tone shaping thanks to Blackstar's patented "ISF" control, allowing you to dial in everything from a tight British crunch to a thick, American metal tone with ease. Whether you're looking to add some grit to your riffs or take your solos to a searing new level, this pedal is your ticket to metal nirvana.

Key Features:

  • Innovative clipping circuit for authentic tube-amp distortion
  • Patented "ISF" control for extensive tone shaping, from UK to USA sounds
  • Compact and pedalboard-friendly design
  • Ideal for various metal genres, from classic to modern styles

Product specs

Brand Blackstar
Model LT Metal
Year 2010s
Categories Distortion Pedals

FAQs

What type of music is the Blackstar LT Metal Pedal best suited for?

The Blackstar LT Metal Pedal is designed specifically for high-gain metal tones, making it ideal for genres like heavy metal, thrash, and hard rock.

Does the Blackstar LT Metal Pedal work well with both tube and solid-state amplifiers?

Yes, the Blackstar LT Metal Pedal is compatible with both tube and solid-state amplifiers, delivering consistent high-gain distortion across different amp types.

What power supply does the Blackstar LT Metal Pedal require?

The Blackstar LT Metal Pedal requires a standard 9V DC power supply, which is common for many guitar effects pedals.

Can the Blackstar LT Metal Pedal be used with a bass guitar?

While primarily designed for electric guitars, the Blackstar LT Metal Pedal can also be used with a bass guitar to achieve aggressive, high-gain distortion tones.

How does the Blackstar LT Metal Pedal differ from other Blackstar distortion pedals?

The Blackstar LT Metal Pedal is tailored for extreme metal tones with high gain and tight low-end response, distinguishing it from other Blackstar pedals that may focus on different tonal characteristics.

Ola Englund

Ola Englund

WILL IT CHUG? - Blackstar LT Metal Pedal

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WILL IT CHUG? - Blackstar LT Metal Pedal

Ola Englund

Ola Englund

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Blackstar LT Metal - Review

Musiker TV

Musiker TV

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Blackstar LT Metal Distortion Pedal - The Pedal Metal Guitarists Need!

PMTVUK

PMTVUK

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Blackstar -- Using LT Metal to get a great metal guitar tone!

Blackstar Amplification

Blackstar Amplification

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Blackstar LT METAL Distortion Pedal Demo

Carnstein

Carnstein

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Test Blackstar LT Metal ( US ISF )

Kaizerlos

Kaizerlos

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BLACKSTAR LT METAL DISTORTION,SLEEPER METAL PEDAL WITH KILLER DIMEBAG TONES?INTO AMPED 2 & EVH 5150

Ninecore Neil

Ninecore Neil

Reviews

Critic Reviews

Blackstar LT Metal review | MusicRadar

musicradar.com

The Blackstar LT Metal pedal delivers on its promise of aggressive, well-defined metal tones, making it a top choice for metal enthusiasts. It's lauded for its dynamic response and excellent value, offering robust, chunky sounds that cater well to seven- and eight-string players. The pedal's controls, including the ISF feature, allow versatile tonal shaping without the unwanted fizz, making it comparable to large metal amps. While the review finds little to fault, its focus on delivering potent, heavy tones might limit appeal for those seeking a more subtle effect.

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Blackstar LT Drive, LT Dist, and LT Metal Reviews - Premier Guitar

premierguitar.com

The Blackstar LT Metal pedal promises high-gain versatility at an affordable price, but it doesn’t quite deliver the knockout punch it aims for. While it excels in offering a wide range of metal tones and maintains low noise levels even at high gain, the ISF control can feel cumbersome and adds unnecessary complexity. Despite its potential for massive and musical sounds, the LT Metal struggles to shake off that "practice amp in a tin can" vibe, especially at lower gain settings. Overall, it’s a decent choice for budget-conscious metalheads but falls short of being a must-have.

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ravensgate5

Great range.

Wide scope of sounds, i use it as a boost for solos and is a dream, got some serious kick, and dont be put off by the metal tag, this is a pretty versatile pedal.

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euan

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Nice Beginner Metal Pedal

I've been using my one for a while. It was made for beginners in the metal genre, but I really feel that this has a really nice tone and has a great amount of options for customising your sound.

Have fun Metalheads!

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See how Ola Englund uses Blackstar LT Metal Pedal

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In his YouTube video titled "WILL IT CHUG? - Blackstar LT Metal Pedal," Ola Englund demonstrates the Blackstar LT Metal Pedal, evaluating its performance for achieving a heavy chug sound.

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James Kennedy features the Blackstar LT Metal Pedal in a photo on his Instagram, where he mentions it as part of the gear contributing to the "Fuzz Filth" on his new album.

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