Lichtlaerm Audio Ritual

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Enter the sonic labyrinth with the Lichtlaerm Audio Ritual, a distortion pedal engineered to redefine your tonal landscape. Built as a bold tribute to modern post-metal distortion, this pedal combines the classic charm of RAT-inspired circuitry with an upgraded feature set that is sure to captivate both traditionalists and experimentalists alike. Developed in collaboration with members of Amenra, the Ritual delivers a dark, articulate tone that can seamlessly transition from tight, dynamic riffs to expansive, doom-laden soundscapes.

At the heart of the Ritual is its active 2-band Baxandall EQ, allowing you to sculpt your sound with precision. Three selectable clipping modes, including a switchable COMP mode for diode clipping, give you the flexibility to craft anything from subtle overdrive to searing distortion. The proprietary CUT control is a standout feature, reshaping the saturation envelope to match your playing style. Meanwhile, an internal voltage boost to 27V ensures headroom and clarity, even at extreme settings.

For those moments when you need an extra push, the pedal includes an independently footswitchable boost that adds up to 35dB of gain. This boost can be tailored with selectable EQ voicing to focus on full-range, mid-focused, or treble-forward tones, making it the perfect tool for cutting through a dense mix or adding a layer of harmonic complexity to your performance.

Key Features:

ProCo RAT-inspired distortion with extended dynamics
Active 2-band Baxandall EQ with fixed mids
Three clipping modes, including COMP diode switch
Proprietary CUT control for saturation envelope adjustment
35dB footswitchable boost with selectable EQ voicing
Smart Relay switching and true bypass
Internal 27V voltage boost for increased headroom

Product specs

Power	9V
Bypass	true bypass
Analog/Digital	analog

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Guitar Pedal X - GPX Blog - Lichtlaerm Audio's .Ritual. Post Metal Distortion is most definitely one of the very best Extended Range Rat style Distortions out there

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Lichtlaerm Audio’s Ritual pedal is a standout in the Rat-style distortion universe, offering extensive sound shaping options thanks to an active 3-band EQ and a sweepable Era control. It lacks multiple clipping options, but its sound versatility—from classic to turbo voicings—compensates effectively. While the absence of toggle switches might be a letdown for some, its range and tonal depth make it a worthy contender for post-metal enthusiasts. Priced competitively, it’s an excellent value for a pedal that promises rich, customizable distortion tones. Ideal for those who prioritize tone shaping over simplicity.

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