{"title":"Blackstar LT Pedals","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"blackstar-lt-boost-guitar-pedal","title":"Blackstar LT Boost Electric Pedal (Half Price)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eQuick Product Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar LT BOOST\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact guitar boost pedal designed to do far more than simply make your signal louder. Use it as a clean volume boost, an additional EQ stage or push the front end of your amplifier into smooth, responsive overdrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar's \u003cstrong\u003epatent-applied-for clipping circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e was developed from the tonal principles behind the company's valve-driven pedals, with an emphasis on retaining playing dynamics and producing natural compression as the gain increases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a basic one-knob booster, the LT BOOST adds dedicated \u003cstrong\u003eBass and Treble cut\/boost controls\u003c\/strong\u003e alongside Gain. This lets you shape the boosted signal around different guitars, pickups and amplifiers, making it particularly useful for solos, gain stacking, tightening rhythm sounds and getting more drive from an existing valve amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IcVBi4rndb4?si=ZUnFG3cMDGkMTabk\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlackstar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLT Pedals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLT BOOST\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffect Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuitar boost \/ preamp-style boost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBass, Treble, Gain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBass and Treble cut\/boost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBypass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-integrity buffered bypass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9V PP3 battery or 9V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoost level and reshape EQ from one compact pedal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValve amps, solos, gain stacking and pedalboard tone shaping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar LT BOOST Guitar Pedal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ External 9V DC power adaptor not included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose The Blackstar LT BOOST?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Than A Simple Volume Boost\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt lower Gain settings, the LT BOOST can increase your guitar's signal while retaining a clean, dynamic character. Turn Gain higher and it begins to push the amplifier harder, encouraging natural breakup and overdrive from the amp itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBass \u0026amp; Treble Cut\/Boost EQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth tone controls operate around a neutral centre position. Turn either control anticlockwise to reduce that frequency range or clockwise to boost it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the LT BOOST useful for correcting the balance of a guitar, changing the response of an amplifier or creating a deliberately different boosted tone for solos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePush A Valve Amp Into Natural Overdrive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the LT BOOST's strongest uses is in front of a valve amplifier that is already near breakup. Increasing the pedal's Gain sends a stronger signal into the amp, producing additional harmonics, compression and drive while keeping the amplifier's own character at the centre of your sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eValve-Pedal-Inspired Response\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar developed the LT range around a patent-applied-for clipping circuit derived from ideas used in its larger valve-driven pedals. The goal is a boost that remains responsive to playing dynamics rather than simply applying a fixed increase in signal level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Pedalboard Friendly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT BOOST uses a rugged metal enclosure with silent switching and buffered bypass, while its narrow footprint makes it easy to fit into an existing pedalboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlackstar LT BOOST vs Popular Alternatives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlackstar LT DRIVE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLT DRIVE\u003c\/strong\u003e is better suited when you want the pedal itself to generate more obvious overdrive and saturation. It offers Gain, Level and Tone controls and progresses from boost through crunch into lead drive. Choose the LT BOOST when pushing and shaping your existing amp tone is the main priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlackstar Dept. 10 Boost\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDept. 10 Boost\u003c\/strong\u003e is the premium step up within Blackstar's range, using a genuine ECC83\/12AX7 valve operating at high internal voltage alongside Boost, Low and High controls. The LT BOOST is considerably more compact and lower-powered, making it a great option when pedalboard space and straightforward 9V battery operation matter more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMXR Micro Amp+\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMXR Micro Amp+\u003c\/strong\u003e also combines boost with Bass and Treble EQ and can provide up to +26dB of gain. It uses true bypass and is an excellent choice for players who want the established MXR boost platform. The Blackstar offers its own valve-pedal-inspired clipping approach and buffered bypass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBOSS BP-1W Booster\/Preamp\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBOSS BP-1W\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium analogue booster\/preamp with three selectable voices based around the CE-1, RE-201 and a natural clean-boost mode. It suits players specifically looking for characterful vintage preamp sounds, while the LT BOOST offers a simpler Bass\/Treble\/Gain approach at the heart of a compact Blackstar pedal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is The Blackstar LT BOOST For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT BOOST is particularly well suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists wanting a louder solo sound\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValve amp users who want to push their amplifier harder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers looking to tighten or reshape their core guitar tone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePedalboard users who need an additional EQ stage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists switching between instruments with different output levels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlues, rock and classic-rock players\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusicians stacking several drive pedals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers who want a compact boost with more control than a single Gain knob\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for advice on choosing the right \u003cstrong\u003eboost pedal, overdrive pedal or gain-stacking setup\u003c\/strong\u003e? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Genres \u0026amp; Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA boost pedal is useful across almost every style of electric guitar playing because it does not impose one fixed distortion sound on your rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT BOOST is particularly useful for \u003cstrong\u003eblues, classic rock, indie, country, alternative and hard rock\u003c\/strong\u003e, whether you're using it to lift a clean solo, push a valve amp into breakup or add extra level before another overdrive or distortion pedal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does A Guitar Boost Pedal Actually Do?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA boost pedal increases the level of your guitar signal. Into a clean amplifier with plenty of headroom, this can primarily make the sound louder. Into an amplifier already close to breakup, the stronger signal causes the preamp to distort more, giving you additional overdrive, compression and sustain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT BOOST adds another useful dimension through its Bass and Treble controls. Instead of simply increasing everything equally, you can reduce excess low end for a tighter drive sound, add Treble for extra cut or reshape the boosted tone to sit more clearly in a band mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStory \u0026amp; Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar developed the \u003cstrong\u003eLT compact pedal series\u003c\/strong\u003e as a pedalboard-friendly extension of ideas established with its larger HT valve-driven effects pedals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than simply creating basic miniature effects, Blackstar developed a patent-applied-for clipping circuit intended to retain characteristics associated with valve-like response and compression while allowing the LT pedals to operate from conventional 9V power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the range, the LT BOOST is the model focused on enhancing the amplifier you already have. Its continuously variable boost and dedicated Bass\/Treble EQ make it useful as both a performance tool and a practical way of fine-tuning the interaction between guitar, pedals and amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectric guitar effects pedal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffect Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBass, Treble, Gain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBass Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut \/ boost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreble Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCut \/ boost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGain Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContinuously variable boost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCircuit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlackstar patent-applied-for valve-pedal-inspired clipping circuit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBypass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-integrity buffered bypass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwitching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilent switching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9V DC \/ PP3 battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Current Draw\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 20mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 x 54.5 x 122 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e450g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar LT BOOST can be powered by a standard 9V PP3 battery\u003c\/strong\u003e or a suitable \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar-approved 9V DC adaptor\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum current draw is \u003cstrong\u003eless than 20mA\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it easy to integrate with an appropriately specified pedalboard power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen using battery power, unplug the cable from the pedal's input when you have finished playing to help preserve battery life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFair Deal Music Verdict 🎵\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e★★★★★ 5\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar LT BOOST\u003c\/strong\u003e is a particularly useful take on the traditional boost pedal because the Bass and Treble controls let you decide exactly what you are pushing harder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes it equally useful for a simple solo lift, tightening a driven amplifier, balancing guitars with different pickups or adding another tone-shaping stage to a larger pedalboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Valve amp users, blues\/rock players and guitarists building multi-stage gain setups\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basic one-control boost pedals or relying solely on amplifier gain\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost commonly paired with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Valve amps, overdrive pedals, distortion pedals and pedalboard power supplies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a tighter driven rhythm sound, try reducing Bass slightly before increasing Gain. This can stop the front of the amplifier becoming overly loose when pushed harder.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShowroom feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e The separate Bass and Treble controls are what make the LT BOOST especially useful – you are not limited to simply making your existing sound louder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Birmingham showroom is backed by a knowledgeable musician-led team who understand effects pedals as part of a complete guitar rig. Whether you're choosing your first boost, trying to push a valve amp harder or building several stages of gain into one pedalboard, we're here to help you make the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you shop with Fair Deal Music, you can buy with confidence thanks to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert advice from knowledgeable musicians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully checked new, used, pre-owned and ex-display equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetitive prices on leading music brands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecure UK-wide delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriendly support before and after your purchase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecades of experience with new and pre-owned musical equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large Birmingham showroom where you can speak directly with our team\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractical advice on guitars, amplifiers, effects and complete pedalboard rigs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThinking about upgrading? Your next piece of gear could cost less than you think.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're always happy to consider part exchanges and trade-ins on a wide range of musical instruments and equipment. Whether you're looking to upgrade your guitar, keyboard, amplifier, drum kit or studio gear, your existing equipment could help reduce the cost of your next purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply get in touch with our team for a no-obligation valuation, and we'll be happy to discuss the options available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an easy way to unlock the value of the gear you no longer use while making your next instrument even more affordable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Blackstar LT BOOST make my guitar louder without adding distortion?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. At lower Gain settings and into an amplifier with enough clean headroom, it can work as a clean volume boost. How much additional distortion you hear will also depend on the amplifier and its existing gain setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the LT BOOST to push a valve amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This is one of its main applications. A stronger signal into a valve amp that is already close to breakup can produce additional overdrive, compression and sustain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do the Bass and Treble controls do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth controls can \u003cstrong\u003ecut or boost\u003c\/strong\u003e their respective frequency ranges. At approximately 12 o'clock they are neutral, allowing you to reshape the boosted signal rather than simply increasing its overall level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the LT BOOST have a separate Level control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The pedal uses \u003cstrong\u003eBass, Treble and Gain\u003c\/strong\u003e controls. The Gain control determines the amount of signal boost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it with another overdrive pedal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A boost can be very effective when stacked with overdrive or distortion. Placing it before another gain pedal can push that pedal harder, while positioning it afterwards can provide a different type of level and EQ lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere should I put the LT BOOST in my pedal chain?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single correct position. Place it before overdrive if you want to push the gain stage harder, or experiment with placing it after your main drive if you want a different balance of level and EQ. Your amplifier and other pedals will influence the result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the LT BOOST run from a battery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It can operate from a \u003cstrong\u003e9V PP3 battery\u003c\/strong\u003e or a compatible external 9V DC power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between the LT BOOST and LT DRIVE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLT BOOST\u003c\/strong\u003e concentrates on increasing and reshaping your guitar signal to work with your amplifier, with Bass and Treble cut\/boost controls. 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The aim is to combine heavy saturation with a more natural sense of compression and playing response than a basic hard-clipping distortion circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStraightforward Four-Control Layout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite the amount of gain available, the LT-METAL remains easy to operate. \u003cstrong\u003eGain\u003c\/strong\u003e controls saturation, \u003cstrong\u003eLevel\u003c\/strong\u003e determines output volume, \u003cstrong\u003eTone\u003c\/strong\u003e adjusts brightness and attack, while \u003cstrong\u003eISF\u003c\/strong\u003e changes the broader tonal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact Pedalboard Format\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt just 60mm wide, the LT-METAL takes up relatively little pedalboard space. 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You can move between tighter, more aggressive modern sounds and warmer British-style heavy tones without needing a complicated multi-band EQ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal, hard rock and high-gain guitarists\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/strong\u003e General-purpose distortion pedals and amplifier-only gain\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost commonly paired with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Humbucker-equipped guitars, high-headroom amps, noise gates and pedalboard power supplies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not automatically run the Gain at maximum. Backing it off slightly can give palm-muted riffs more definition and leave enough saturation for powerful rhythm playing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShowroom feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e A particularly straightforward option for players who want convincing heavy distortion without the learning curve of a highly detailed parametric EQ section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Birmingham showroom is backed by a knowledgeable musician-led team who understand effects pedals as part of a complete guitar rig. 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Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThinking about upgrading? Your next piece of gear could cost less than you think.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're always happy to consider part exchanges and trade-ins on a wide range of musical instruments and equipment. Whether you're looking to upgrade your guitar, keyboard, amplifier, drum kit or studio gear, your existing equipment could help reduce the cost of your next purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply get in touch with our team for a no-obligation valuation, and we'll be happy to discuss the options available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an easy way to unlock the value of the gear you no longer use while making your next instrument even more affordable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Blackstar LT-METAL only suitable for metal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is designed primarily for high-gain metal and heavier rock styles, but its Tone and ISF controls allow enough adjustment for other situations where powerful saturated distortion is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the ISF control do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eISF changes the wider tonal character of the pedal. Towards the US side, the response becomes tighter with a more aggressive mid character. Towards the UK side, it becomes warmer and woodier, with a more traditionally British-style response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much gain does the LT-METAL have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT-METAL is specifically designed for aggressive high-gain sounds. Increasing Gain progressively adds distortion until the pedal reaches extreme saturated lead territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the LT-METAL work with a clean amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It can provide the main source of high-gain distortion into a suitable clean amplifier, making it useful for players whose amp does not already have the heavy gain sound they need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the LT-METAL with an already distorted amp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, although results depend on the amplifier and settings. Running very high pedal gain into an already heavily distorted amp can reduce clarity, so starting with less gain on one of the two stages is usually more effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a noise gate useful with the LT-METAL?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA noise gate can be useful in any very high-gain setup, particularly when using high Gain settings, several gain stages or playing in electrically noisy environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the LT-METAL run from a battery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It accepts a \u003cstrong\u003e9V PP3 battery\u003c\/strong\u003e and can also run from a suitable external 9V DC power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between the LT-METAL and LT-DIST?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLT-DIST\u003c\/strong\u003e covers a wider range from lower-gain boost and overdrive through distortion. 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With two footswitches and clever channel switching, the LT DUAL can even turn a clean single-channel amplifier into a practical three-sound setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IcVBi4rndb4?si=ZUnFG3cMDGkMTabk\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlackstar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLT Pedals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLT DUAL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffect Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual-channel overdrive \/ distortion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoost, crunch and overdrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuper crunch through high-gain lead\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGain 1, Level 1, Gain 2, Level 2, Tone, ISF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9V DC or 9V PP3 battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo independently adjustable gain channels in one pedal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRhythm\/lead switching, rock, blues, hard rock and compact pedalboards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar LT DUAL Guitar Effects Pedal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ External 9V DC power adaptor not included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose The Blackstar LT DUAL?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo Gain Channels In One Pedal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe biggest advantage of the LT DUAL is having two independently adjustable drive channels available from one unit. You could set Channel 1 for an edge-of-breakup or crunchy rhythm sound and Channel 2 for heavier lead distortion, giving you an instant step up in gain and volume when required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChannel 1: Boost To Overdrive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChannel 1 covers the lower and middle part of the gain range. At restrained settings it can add extra level and push to your amplifier, while higher Gain settings move through crunchy rhythm sounds into fuller overdrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChannel 2: Crunch To Saturated Lead\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChannel 2 starts further into driven territory and progresses into much stronger distortion. This makes it well suited to heavier rhythm playing, sustained lead tones and situations where you need a noticeable increase in gain from your main overdrive sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlackstar ISF Tone Shaping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shared \u003cstrong\u003eISF control\u003c\/strong\u003e works alongside Tone to change the broader character of both channels. Moving towards one side produces a tighter American-inspired response with a more aggressive mid character, while moving towards the other creates a warmer, woodier British-style response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClever Switching For A Three-Sound Rig\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith both channels bypassed, you hear your normal amplifier sound. Engage Channel 1 for your first drive level, then switch directly to Channel 2 for your higher-gain tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed with a clean single-channel amplifier, this effectively gives you \u003cstrong\u003eclean, rhythm drive and lead drive\u003c\/strong\u003e from a very straightforward pedal setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlackstar LT DUAL vs Popular Alternatives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlackstar LT DRIVE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLT DRIVE\u003c\/strong\u003e is the simpler choice if you only need one boost-to-overdrive sound and prefer a conventional three-knob pedal. Choose the LT DUAL when independent rhythm and lead gain settings would be more useful than minimum pedalboard size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlackstar LT DIST\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLT DIST\u003c\/strong\u003e combines a broad boost-to-distortion gain range with Gain, Level, Tone and ISF controls in a single-channel format. It is a strong option when you only need one core distortion sound; the LT DUAL is better suited to players who regularly switch between two separately configured gain levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlackstar LT METAL\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLT METAL\u003c\/strong\u003e is aimed more specifically at aggressive modern high-gain guitar sounds. The LT DUAL covers a broader journey from boost and crunch through rock overdrive into lead distortion, making it the more flexible choice for players who do not need their entire gain range centred around metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBOSS JB-2 Angry Driver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBOSS JB-2 Angry Driver\u003c\/strong\u003e also combines two distinct drive circuits in one pedal and provides several ways to run them independently, in series or in parallel. It offers deeper routing flexibility, while the LT DUAL takes a more straightforward approach built around quickly selecting lower-gain and higher-gain channels from two dedicated footswitches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is The Blackstar LT DUAL For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT DUAL is particularly well suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists who need separate rhythm and lead drive sounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers using clean single-channel amplifiers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlues, classic rock and hard-rock guitarists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePedalboard users trying to reduce the number of individual gain pedals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers who want both overdrive and stronger distortion from one unit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists who need different Gain and Level settings for rhythm and solos\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValve amp users looking for multiple stages of front-end gain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusicians who prefer conventional knobs and footswitches over presets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for advice on choosing the right \u003cstrong\u003eoverdrive pedal, distortion pedal or gain-stacking setup\u003c\/strong\u003e? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Genres \u0026amp; Playing Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT DUAL is particularly useful across \u003cstrong\u003eblues rock, classic rock, indie, alternative, punk, hard rock and heavier lead guitar styles\u003c\/strong\u003e because its two channels can be configured for different jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA blues or classic-rock player could use Channel 1 for low-gain breakup and Channel 2 for a richer solo sound. A harder-rock player could instead set Channel 1 for substantial rhythm crunch and reserve Channel 2 for higher-gain lead work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Can One Pedal Give You Three Guitar Sounds?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT DUAL's switching system is one of its most useful features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with both channels bypassed and you have your amplifier's normal tone. Press the Channel 1 switch and the pedal engages your first independently configured drive sound. If you then press Channel 2, the pedal switches directly to your second drive channel rather than simply stacking both channels together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the right settings, that gives you a simple \u003cstrong\u003eClean → Crunch\/Overdrive → Lead Distortion\u003c\/strong\u003e workflow from a single pedal and a single-channel amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere Should The LT DUAL Go On A Pedalboard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT DUAL works naturally towards the earlier part of a conventional effects chain, before modulation, delay and reverb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're also using compressors, boosts, fuzzes or additional drives, changing the order can produce very different results. A boost placed before the LT DUAL can push its clipping circuit harder, while placing a boost afterwards can be used more as an overall level lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStory \u0026amp; Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar developed the compact \u003cstrong\u003eLT pedal range\u003c\/strong\u003e as a pedalboard-friendly extension of the ideas behind its larger valve-driven HT effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe range uses a patent-applied-for clipping circuit designed to reproduce characteristics associated with valve-style compression and response without requiring a valve or unusually large pedal enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT DUAL takes that concept further than the single-channel LT DRIVE and LT DIST by combining two separately controllable gain channels. 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You can make Channel 2 not only more distorted than Channel 1 but also louder, which makes the pedal genuinely practical for moving from rhythm to solos rather than simply providing two variations on the same sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rock players, gigging guitarists and single-channel amp users needing separate rhythm and lead sounds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-channel overdrive or distortion pedals\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost commonly paired with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean or mildly driven valve amps, delay pedals, reverb pedals and pedalboard power supplies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set Channel 1 first as your core rhythm sound, then dial Channel 2 with slightly more Level as well as additional Gain so your lead sound actually moves forward in a band mix.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShowroom feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e The LT DUAL makes the most sense when you think of it as adding two additional gain channels to your amplifier rather than simply as another distortion box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Birmingham showroom is backed by a knowledgeable musician-led team who understand effects pedals as part of a complete guitar rig. Whether you're choosing your first overdrive, replacing several gain pedals with one unit or building an entire pedalboard, we're here to help you make the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you shop with Fair Deal Music, you can buy with confidence thanks to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert advice from knowledgeable musicians\u003cbr\u003eCarefully checked new, used, pre-owned and ex-display equipment\u003cbr\u003eCompetitive prices on leading music brands\u003cbr\u003eSecure UK-wide delivery\u003cbr\u003eFlexible finance options available (subject to status)\u003cbr\u003eFriendly support before and after your purchase\u003cbr\u003eA trusted independent UK music retailer with decades of experience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThinking about upgrading? Your next piece of gear could cost less than you think.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're always happy to consider part exchanges and trade-ins on a wide range of musical instruments and equipment. Whether you're looking to upgrade your guitar, keyboard, amplifier, drum kit or studio gear, your existing equipment could help reduce the cost of your next purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply get in touch with our team for a no-obligation valuation, and we'll be happy to discuss the options available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an easy way to unlock the value of the gear you no longer use while making your next instrument even more affordable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use both LT DUAL channels for different volume levels?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Each channel has an independent Level control, so Channel 2 can be set louder than Channel 1 for solos rather than simply adding more distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo Channel 1 and Channel 2 stack together?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The switching system selects between the channels. If one channel is active and you press the other channel's footswitch, the LT DUAL switches to that channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the LT DUAL turn a clean amp into a three-channel setup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEffectively, yes. 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The LT DRIVE is a strong alternative for players who want a different overdrive character with Blackstar's approach to valve-like compression and a broad usable Gain range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is The Blackstar LT DRIVE For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT DRIVE is particularly well suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlues and rock guitarists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers wanting their first dedicated overdrive pedal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists who use a clean amplifier as a pedal platform\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValve amp users wanting to push an already driven preamp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers looking for an always-on low-gain drive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitarists who need separate rhythm and lead gain stages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndie and alternative players using stacked drive pedals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusicians who prefer simple controls over multi-mode pedals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers building a compact pedalboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for advice on choosing the right \u003cstrong\u003eoverdrive pedal, distortion pedal or gain-stacking setup\u003c\/strong\u003e? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Genres \u0026amp; Playing Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT DRIVE is particularly well suited to \u003cstrong\u003eblues, blues rock, classic rock, indie, alternative, pop rock, country rock and general lead guitar work\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts lower Gain settings are useful for adding warmth and push to clean or slightly breaking-up amplifiers, while higher settings provide enough saturation for crunchy rhythm work and singing lead tones. It can also be stacked with other boosts, overdrives and distortion pedals when you need several levels of gain from one pedalboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Should You Set An Overdrive Pedal To Boost A Valve Amp?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an amplifier that is already beginning to break up, start with the \u003cstrong\u003eLT DRIVE Gain relatively low and Level higher\u003c\/strong\u003e. The additional output pushes the amplifier's input harder, encouraging more of the final overdrive to come from the amp itself rather than relying entirely on pedal distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are using a cleaner amplifier and want the LT DRIVE to create most of the gain, increase Gain and adjust Level until the engaged and bypassed volumes sit where you need them. The Tone control can then be used to balance brightness around your guitar, pickups and amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere Should The LT DRIVE Go On A Pedalboard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar recommends positioning the LT DRIVE \u003cstrong\u003eearly in the effects chain\u003c\/strong\u003e for the best noise performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA typical setup places overdrive after tuners, wah or compression and before modulation, delay and reverb. If you use several drive pedals, experiment with their order: placing a boost before the LT DRIVE will affect its gain response differently from using another boost or overdrive after it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStory \u0026amp; Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar's LT compact pedals were developed as a smaller, more conventional pedalboard alternative to the company's larger \u003cstrong\u003eHT valve-driven effects pedals\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than simply miniaturising the enclosures, Blackstar created a patent-applied-for clipping circuit intended to reproduce characteristics associated with the tone and response of its valve pedals while allowing the LT models to run from a conventional 9V supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT DRIVE occupies the traditional overdrive position within that range, sitting between the more specialised LT BOOST and the higher-gain LT DIST. Its purpose is deliberately straightforward: provide a broad range of responsive boost, crunch and overdrive tones from a compact three-control pedal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectric guitar effects pedal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffect Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverdrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGain Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm boost to saturated lead\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGain, Level, Tone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClipping Circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlackstar patent-applied-for valve-pedal-inspired circuit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBypass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-integrity buffered bypass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwitching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilent switching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x guitar input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 x amplifier\/effects output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9V DC or PP3 battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Current Consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 20mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal enclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 x 54.5 x 122 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e450g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar LT DRIVE can be powered by a standard 9V PP3 battery\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can also be powered from a suitable \u003cstrong\u003e9V DC adaptor\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it easy to integrate into a conventional powered pedalboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum current consumption is rated at \u003cstrong\u003eless than 20mA\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar recommends unplugging the guitar cable from the input when the pedal is not being used on battery power, helping maximise battery life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFair Deal Music Verdict 🎵\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e★★★★★ 5\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar LT DRIVE\u003c\/strong\u003e is a strong choice for guitarists who want a straightforward overdrive pedal without sacrificing useful tonal range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts biggest strength is the transition from low-gain boost through crunchy rhythm tones into saturated lead sounds. That means it can serve as your main overdrive, push an existing valve amp or become one stage within a larger gain-stacking setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blues, rock and indie players wanting a straightforward responsive overdrive\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amplifier-only overdrive and basic starter effects\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost commonly paired with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Valve amps, clean pedal-platform amps, boosts, delay pedals and pedalboard power supplies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you're using the LT DRIVE into an already breaking-up valve amp, begin with low Gain and plenty of Level. This lets the pedal push the amplifier rather than replacing its natural drive character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShowroom feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e A particularly easy pedal to recommend to players who want useful traditional overdrive sounds without spending time navigating modes or complicated EQ sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Birmingham showroom is backed by a knowledgeable musician-led team who understand pedals as part of a complete guitar rig. Whether you're choosing your first overdrive, stacking several gain pedals or building an entire pedalboard, we're here to help you choose equipment that works well together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you shop with Fair Deal Music, you can buy with confidence thanks to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert advice from knowledgeable musicians\u003cbr\u003eCarefully checked new, used, pre-owned and ex-display equipment\u003cbr\u003eCompetitive prices on leading music brands\u003cbr\u003eSecure UK-wide delivery\u003cbr\u003eFlexible finance options available (subject to status)\u003cbr\u003eFriendly support before and after your purchase\u003cbr\u003eA trusted independent UK music retailer with decades of experience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThinking about upgrading? Your next piece of gear could cost less than you think.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're always happy to consider part exchanges and trade-ins on a wide range of musical instruments and equipment. Whether you're looking to upgrade your guitar, keyboard, amplifier, drum kit or studio gear, your existing equipment could help reduce the cost of your next purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply get in touch with our team for a no-obligation valuation, and we'll be happy to discuss the options available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an easy way to unlock the value of the gear you no longer use while making your next instrument even more affordable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Blackstar LT DRIVE be used as a clean boost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. At lower Gain settings, the LT DRIVE can provide a relatively clean boost. Raising the Level lets you use it to push the front end of an amplifier harder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the LT DRIVE suitable for valve amplifiers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. One particularly useful application is driving an amplifier that is already beginning to break up, adding saturation and sustain while retaining much of the amp's own character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much gain does the LT DRIVE have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts range starts with warm boost and moves through crunch and overdrive into saturated lead territory. For substantially heavier dedicated distortion, the LT DIST or LT METAL would be better suited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the LT DRIVE have an ISF control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The LT DRIVE uses \u003cstrong\u003eGain, Level and Tone\u003c\/strong\u003e controls. 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That makes the LT DIST easy to adjust quickly on a pedalboard without navigating secondary modes or hidden functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact, Rugged Pedalboard Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT series uses a compact metal enclosure designed for regular pedalboard use. Buffered bypass and silent switching also make the LT DIST easy to integrate into a wider effects chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlackstar LT DIST vs Popular Alternatives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlackstar LT DRIVE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar LT DRIVE\u003c\/strong\u003e is better suited to players whose priority is lower-gain boost, overdrive and lead saturation rather than dedicated distortion. It uses the same compact LT philosophy but has a simpler Gain, Level and Tone layout without ISF. Choose the LT DIST when you want broader tone shaping and a stronger move into distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlackstar LT METAL\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar LT METAL\u003c\/strong\u003e takes the same Gain, Level, Tone and ISF format into significantly more aggressive high-gain territory. It is the better choice for modern metal and heavily saturated rhythm sounds, while the LT DIST is more versatile for players moving between classic crunch, rock distortion and lead tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBOSS DS-1 Distortion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBOSS DS-1\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic distortion pedal built around Distortion, Tone and Level controls with a distinctive hard-edged attack. The LT DIST offers a different approach by adding Blackstar's ISF circuit, giving you additional control over the broader American-to-British-style tonal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is The Blackstar LT DIST For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT DIST is particularly well suited to guitarists who want:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne pedal covering boost, overdrive and distortion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic rock and hard-rock drive sounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore tone-shaping flexibility than a basic three-knob distortion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compact pedal for an existing pedalboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distortion pedal that can also push an already driven amplifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple physical controls without presets or software\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmerican-inspired and British-inspired tonal options from the same pedal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA drive pedal suitable for both rhythm and lead sounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for advice on choosing the right \u003cstrong\u003edistortion pedal, overdrive pedal or pedalboard setup\u003c\/strong\u003e? Our experienced team of musicians can help by phone, online or in-store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Genres \u0026amp; Playing Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT DIST is a strong choice for \u003cstrong\u003eblues rock, classic rock, indie, alternative, punk, hard rock and heavier guitar styles\u003c\/strong\u003e where you need more drive than a conventional low-gain overdrive but do not necessarily want the extreme saturation of a dedicated metal pedal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt lower Gain settings, it can also work as a boost into an amplifier that is already beginning to break up, making it useful for pushing rhythm tones into a more pronounced lead sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverdrive vs Distortion: Where Does The LT DIST Fit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverdrive pedals generally aim to create or enhance the sound of an amplifier being pushed into natural breakup, while distortion pedals usually provide greater saturation and a more pronounced change in the guitar signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLT DIST deliberately crosses that boundary\u003c\/strong\u003e. Low Gain settings can provide boost and overdrive, while increasing the control progressively moves into fuller distortion. This makes it particularly useful for players who do not want separate low-gain and higher-gain pedals for every part of their set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere Should The LT DIST Go On A Pedalboard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the lowest-noise performance, Blackstar recommends placing the \u003cstrong\u003eLT DIST early in the effects chain\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA typical setup would place it after the guitar and before modulation, delay and reverb effects. Players using several gain pedals can also experiment with stacking the LT DIST with boosts or other overdrives, as changing the order will alter how the two pedals interact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStory \u0026amp; Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar's \u003cstrong\u003eLT compact pedal series\u003c\/strong\u003e was developed as a smaller and more conventional pedalboard-friendly alternative to the company's valve-driven HT effects pedals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe range includes dedicated boost, drive and distortion models, with Blackstar designing its clipping circuit to retain characteristics inspired by the compression and playing response of the larger valve pedals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LT DIST also brought Blackstar's patented \u003cstrong\u003eISF tone-shaping system\u003c\/strong\u003e into a compact distortion pedal, allowing guitarists to use the American-to-British tonal concept familiar from Blackstar amplifiers without needing a Blackstar amp in the rest of the rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectric guitar effects pedal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverdrive \/ Distortion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGain Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClean boost through crunch, overdrive and distortion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGain Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLevel Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTone Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISF Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlackstar patented Infinite Shape Feature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClipping Circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlackstar patent-applied-for valve-pedal-inspired circuit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBypass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-integrity buffered bypass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwitching\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilent switching\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuitar input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmplifier \/ effects output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRugged metal enclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9V PP3 battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9V DC adaptor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar LT DIST can be powered by a standard 9V PP3 battery\u003c\/strong\u003e installed in the pedal's battery compartment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternatively, it can be powered through the \u003cstrong\u003e9V DC input\u003c\/strong\u003e using a suitable Blackstar-approved 9V adaptor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar recommends unplugging the guitar cable from the pedal when it is not in use to maximise battery life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFair Deal Music Verdict 🎵\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e★★★★★ 5\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlackstar LT DIST\u003c\/strong\u003e is a strong all-round distortion pedal because it is not restricted to one narrow gain sound. It can boost an already driven amp, handle crunchy rock rhythm work and move into a properly saturated lead tone while remaining easy to control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eISF is the feature that really separates it from many straightforward compact distortion pedals. Having Tone and ISF available together gives you more scope to make the pedal work with different guitars and amplifiers rather than accepting one fixed distortion character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rock players and guitarists wanting boost, overdrive and distortion from one compact pedal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amplifier-only distortion and basic entry-level drive pedals\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost commonly paired with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Valve amps, clean pedal-platform amplifiers, delay pedals and pedalboard power supplies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with ISF at 12 o'clock and set the Tone control first. Then move the ISF gradually in either direction until the pedal sits naturally with your amplifier.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShowroom feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e A particularly useful option for players who want more flexibility than a basic distortion pedal without moving into a complicated multi-mode drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Birmingham showroom is backed by a knowledgeable musician-led team who understand effects pedals as part of a complete guitar rig. Whether you're choosing your first distortion pedal, stacking several gain stages or building an entire pedalboard, we're here to help you make the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you shop with Fair Deal Music, you can buy with confidence thanks to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert advice from knowledgeable musicians\u003cbr\u003eCarefully checked new, used, pre-owned and ex-display equipment\u003cbr\u003eCompetitive prices on leading music brands\u003cbr\u003eSecure UK-wide delivery\u003cbr\u003eFriendly support before and after your purchase\u003cbr\u003eA trusted independent UK music retailer with decades of experience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThinking about upgrading? Your next piece of gear could cost less than you think.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're always happy to consider part exchanges and trade-ins on a wide range of musical instruments and equipment. Whether you're looking to upgrade your guitar, keyboard, amplifier, drum kit or studio gear, your existing equipment could help reduce the cost of your next purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply get in touch with our team for a no-obligation valuation, and we'll be happy to discuss the options available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an easy way to unlock the value of the gear you no longer use while making your next instrument even more affordable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Blackstar LT DIST be used as an overdrive pedal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Lower Gain settings move into boost and overdrive territory, while higher settings provide progressively stronger distortion. This makes it more flexible than a pedal designed exclusively around one high-gain sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the LT DIST to boost a valve amp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Blackstar specifically recommends lower Gain and higher Level settings as a way of pushing an amplifier that is already beginning to distort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the ISF control do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eISF changes the overall tonal character of the pedal. One end provides a tighter American-inspired response, while the opposite end moves towards a warmer, woodier British-style character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere should the LT DIST go in my effects chain?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackstar recommends positioning it early in the effects chain for the best noise performance. Modulation, delay and reverb effects would normally be placed after it in a conventional pedalboard setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I stack the LT DIST with another overdrive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Combining the LT DIST with another boost or overdrive can create additional gain stages. 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