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Description

Unleash the beast within your guitar with the Keeley Modded Boss MT-2 Metal Zone, a titan of distortion that's been re-engineered to deliver an unparalleled metal experience. This isn't just any pedal; it's a meticulously modded masterpiece, offering a sonic palette that ranges from crunch to full-blown metal mayhem, all while maintaining clarity and responsiveness. Whether you're dialing in a tight, punchy rhythm or a soaring lead, the Keeley Modded MT-2 brings your metal fantasies to life with precision and power. It's the ultimate tool for guitarists who refuse to compromise on tone.

Key Features:

  • Three-way diode switch allows for versatile distortion characteristics: Standard, Tri-Diode, and Ultra Tube.
  • Interface includes Level, Distortion knobs, and High/Low and Mid/Mid Freq dual-control knobs for comprehensive tone shaping.
  • Enhanced with blue LED and metal film/poly capacitors for superior sound quality and durability.

Product specs

Brand Keeley
Model Boss MT-2 Metal Zone Distortion with Twilight Mod
Finish Black
Year 2010s
Categories Distortion Pedals

FAQs

What modifications does the Keeley Modded Boss MT-2 Metal Zone offer?

The Keeley Modded Boss MT-2 Metal Zone includes the Twilight Mod, which enhances the pedal's tonal range and clarity, providing a more refined and versatile distortion suitable for various metal genres.

How does the Keeley mod improve the Boss MT-2 Metal Zone's sound?

The Keeley mod enhances the EQ response and reduces noise, resulting in a clearer, more dynamic distortion that maintains the pedal's signature heavy tone while offering greater control and versatility.

Is the Keeley Modded Boss MT-2 Metal Zone suitable for live performances?

Yes, the Keeley Modded Boss MT-2 Metal Zone is designed to deliver powerful and articulate distortion, making it well-suited for live performances where a strong, cutting tone is needed.

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Mods and upgrades

  • The Keeley MT-2 mod involves altering capacitors and diodes, including adding an LED and a non-light-emitting diode under heat-shrink tubing for enhanced bass and saturation.

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  • The mod's "Triple Diode" mode reportedly increases dynamic range and pick sensitivity by placing a second LED in series with an additional diode.

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Features and functionality

  • The Keeley mod includes a unique three-position switch, which offers different tonal modes, requiring an understanding of clipping and capacitor switching for DIY attempts.

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  • The Keeley mod reportedly improves the Metal Zone's EQ, making it more versatile without losing its signature aggressive tone, according to owner experiences.

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  • The modded pedal features asymmetrical clipping for second-order harmonic distortion, producing an octave-type effect at high saturation.

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  • The three-position switch offers distinct modes: left for presence and midrange, right for natural tube sound, and center for powerful output suited to 4x12 cabinets.

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Comparisons

  • Some users find the Analog Man mod tames the MT-2's aggression, unlike the Keeley mod, which maintains the pedal's intense character while enhancing its EQ functionality.

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Build quality

  • The Keeley MT-2 mod employs metal film resistors and poly capacitors, enhancing midrange and high frequency transparency while reducing noise.

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User experience

  • Owners note the pedal maintains note definition even at high gain levels, making it ideal for powerful setups like a Marshall Stack.

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See how Pat O'Brien uses Keeley Modded Boss MT-2 Metal Zone

Pat O'Brien

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Cannibal Corpse

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God Is an Astronaut

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