Boss Digital Metalizer Review!

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Episode 37: Boss MZ-2 Digital Metalizer

Boy, the MZ-2 is a nice surprise!! I never took this pedal seriously until I bought one. Man, it is a cool pedal! Ok, let's move on with the review.

I think the name of this pedal really puts people off: Digital Metalizer. Ok, so digital and metal don't really go together. Fortunately for us, the 'metal' side of the pedal is a very nice analog distortion. Actually, it's probably one of my favorite Boss drive pedals. I know, I can't believe it either. It sounds very full, has a great EQ control, and has a nice range of distortion. It's only metal, in terms of the amount of gain.

Luckily, the 'digital' side of the pedal only pertains to the 'doubling' and chorus effects, which are modes 2- 6. Basically, you get a small delayed signal used to thicken up the sound in modes 2-4, and a cool chorus in modes 5 and 6. Mode 6 has a great chorus effect!

I haven't tried this guy in stereo, but I can only imagine that it sounds awesome! I will definitely do a follow up with the stereo function of this bad boy.

Overall, I strongly suggest picking up one of these. They are somewhat tough to find, but it will be well worth it!

-Cameron Johnson

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never seen that before, pretty decent actually

just wondering what guitar you using on the vid? sounds good
 
Nice demo. I had one of these when they were first released. Haven't thought about this pedal in YEARS! LOL!
 
Thanks guys! Yes, the MZ-2 is very cool. It definitely has my vote as a hidden gem.
 
Killer playthrough!

This thing kicks ass, I'm still kicking myself for not being able to buy this off one of my buddies :cry:
 
Cool review. I've been enjoying your series on YouTube. Thanks for the demo.
 
Gilmour has one of these on one half of his old "Pulse" board. I'm not sure what he used it on, but he doesn't mess around.

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