Boss MT-2, (Used)

The Boss MT‑2 Metal Zone is a high-gain distortion pedal introduced in 1991 and still in production. Featuring a robust metal chassis and Boss’s signature buffered bypass, it's built to handle years of gigging. The pedal is controlled via six knobs—Level, Dist, Low, High, Mid, and Mid Freq—allowing deep tonal sculpting.

Its sound is known for tight lows, searing highs, and aggressive mid-range presence—ideal for heavy metal and hard rock. The dual-stage gain circuit delivers crushing saturation at any volume, while the semi-parametric mid control lets you precisely target frequency for maximum cut.

Overall, the MT‑2 Metal Zone is a polarising but powerful tool, loved by metal players for its “wall of distortion” and tonal flexibility. It can act as a distortion powerhouse or tone-shaping preamp, though it benefits from careful EQ use to avoid harshness. Built tough and packed with features, it remains one of the best-selling distortion pedals ever.