Master FX Pedals Parametric EQ Overview

Introduction

• New parametric EQ from Master FX Pedals
• Modeled after EQ used for Metallica's "Master of Puppets" and "...And Justice for All"
• Reference to producer Flemming Rasmussen's recording notes

Key Components in Metallica's Tone

• Mesa Boogie Mark 2C Plus
• B&B Affix EQF2
  • Designed for consoles and studios
  • Complex switching for shelving and pass filters
• Consistent EQ switching for rhythm tracks across albums

Parametric EQ Design

• Captures essence of EQF2
• Hardcoded complex switching arrangements
• Controls Overview
  • Upper bank:
    • Clockwise dial movement
      • Boosts lows
      • Cuts mids
      • High shelf filter
  • Lower banks:
    • Change frequency

Equipment Used for Demonstration

• Guitar: Jackson KVX with Seymour Duncan Trash Factor pickups
• Amplifier: Mesa Boogie Mark 5 in 2C Plus mode
• Cabinet/microphone setup
  • Mesa Recto 112 with V30 speaker
  • SM57 microphone positioned off dust cap

Insights from Flemming Rasmussen

• Cabinets: Used 12 or more, rotated for best sound
• Rhythm tone: Boogie power amps exclusively
• Solo work: Experimented with Marshall JCM800 as power amp

Demonstration and Tones

• Demonstration with EQ off and on
  • Basic tone with amp head through SM57
  • EQ adjustments to replicate various album tones
    • Master of Puppets, Orion, Disposable Heroes

Conclusion

• Impressive EQ pedal from Master FX
• Encouragement to check out the pedal

Additional Information

• Links provided in the description of the original video/podcast