Fortin NATAS Girth / Grind... In a Pedal?!

[Metal1977]

I picked one of these up when I saw this thread. I am very impressed. Functionally, it's not the sexiest or flashiest pedal out there but boy, does it make a huge difference. I had a chance to try it out with a few different amps (Triple Rec, 5153, Uberschall, BE100). I can say that the Uber's and Recto's benefit from this pedal the most. I assume that everyone's first stop with the Recto is running it in front of the second/third channel set to "Modern." While that certainly sounds amazing...I was even more amazed with the "Vintage" setting. It had this huge, grinding, low-mid-range that was super authoritative. With the 5153 and BE100, I got better results with those amps if I dialed in the amp with the Grind pedal on...but the overall sound of those amps wasn't improved as much as the Recto/Uber.

For what it's worth, I also ran it in front of my Axe-FX II and had similar results (try it with the Splawn Nitro model ). Bottom line is I love the pedal! I could imagine this making a huge difference in a recording situation; it gets rid of a lot of the "junk" in the guitar signal that clouds up a mix and gives you more of what you want.

I wanted something to tighten up my Uberschall rev 2 a little bit, but without the noise induced by my Maxon OD808. Exactly what i wanted to hear, thanks!

Chris

 

[xXDaveyJonesXx]

I picked one of these up when I saw this thread. I am very impressed. Functionally, it's not the sexiest or flashiest pedal out there but boy, does it make a huge difference. I had a chance to try it out with a few different amps (Triple Rec, 5153, Uberschall, BE100). I can say that the Uber's and Recto's benefit from this pedal the most. I assume that everyone's first stop with the Recto is running it in front of the second/third channel set to "Modern." While that certainly sounds amazing...I was even more amazed with the "Vintage" setting. It had this huge, grinding, low-mid-range that was super authoritative. With the 5153 and BE100, I got better results with those amps if I dialed in the amp with the Grind pedal on...but the overall sound of those amps wasn't improved as much as the Recto/Uber.

For what it's worth, I also ran it in front of my Axe-FX II and had similar results (try it with the Splawn Nitro model ). Bottom line is I love the pedal! I could imagine this making a huge difference in a recording situation; it gets rid of a lot of the "junk" in the guitar signal that clouds up a mix and gives you more of what you want.

The recto vid showed up on Facebook the other day so I gave it a listen and wow, that's some great crunch going on. I guess it's at least as good as a maxon od808 and if it really is quieter then it's worth the 250 to try it out. I'll be picking one up with my next paycheck.
Can't wait!!

That's awesome, guys!

Can't wait to get back to the lower 48 to put mine to work.

 

[guitarslayer]

 

[xXDaveyJonesXx]

^^ So much damn win, man.

 

[Metal1977]

Looking good! Like it?

 

[apophis]

post updates

 

[leib10]

Anybody care to post a clip of it with an Uberschall?

 

[guitarslayer]

Anybody care to post a clip of it with an Uberschall?

Gonna try get some basic before and after clips up with my recto and uber today. I'll post them up once I get around to it.

 

[Terex]

Anybody care to post a clip of it with an Uberschall?

Gonna try get some basic before and after clips up with my recto and uber today. I'll post them up once I get around to it.

Awesome, looking forward

 

[guitarslayer]

Here is a little test clip of my Fortin Grind with my Dual Rectifier Rev F and Uberschall Rev 2. Forgive my shitty riffs, I just wanted to show a quick before and after tone for anyone that might be interested.

 

[leib10]

Thanks man. I would've turned down the pedal, it sounded a bit too gainy for my taste. Nice though!

 

[guitarslayer]

Thanks man. I would've turned down the pedal, it sounded a bit too gainy for my taste. Nice though!

I hear ya, it was definitely really grindy. The grind in the tone is what I love about the pedal. My preferred sweet spot is 12-3 o'clock.

 

[metalmaniac93]

Got my Grind yesterday, ran it through my Triple Recto and my BE. Awesome pedal. Love it. It made my recto sound like that at video. It does exactly what that name implies. Gives it a nice grind and cuts the flubby bottom end. It's very quiet too. Didn't add any noise, while my OD-808 adds a lot. I Highly recommend this pedal, I'm thinking about getting another one.

It really is a killer pedal. I love my TS pedals, but I've been wanting something with a little less noise and that doesn't chop off so much top end too. I ran it through my Cali, and it was exactly what I have been looking for. Not that the Cali needs a pedal to get tight & chunky, but dialing in a wider, bassier tone with less gain at the amp and then slamming it with the grind is a monster tone.

I am interested in this for my Killer Kali++. Wonder if it would really be beneficial though with this amp since I have an array of tonal options?

I haven't played the Killer Kali++, so I don't know how different the controls and tones are from the standard Cali. The Cali has it's fair share of switches and tonal options as well. In the tight mode with all the switches to the left the Cali can get that tight, direct, focused signature Fortin grind without the pedal. In the spongy mode you get a wider soundstage, but give up some of the focus and tightness. With the grind pedal it bridges that gap basically. I have some TS's and an SD-1, and sure they can bridge that gap too, but for my tastes this pedal does a better job.

I have pretty much every option on the KK+++ which is a Cali (diode clipping and bright switches) plus the extra 4 gain stage. It can get it can get Uber tight with the "Feel" knob !! I keep it in between around 12 o clock. I might have to check out the Grind pedal, but the SD-1 and TS modded to 808 specs does a great job.

 

[metalmaniac93]

Got my Grind yesterday, ran it through my Triple Recto and my BE. Awesome pedal. Love it. It made my recto sound like that at video. It does exactly what that name implies. Gives it a nice grind and cuts the flubby bottom end. It's very quiet too. Didn't add any noise, while my OD-808 adds a lot. I Highly recommend this pedal, I'm thinking about getting another one.

It really is a killer pedal. I love my TS pedals, but I've been wanting something with a little less noise and that doesn't chop off so much top end too. I ran it through my Cali, and it was exactly what I have been looking for. Not that the Cali needs a pedal to get tight & chunky, but dialing in a wider, bassier tone with less gain at the amp and then slamming it with the grind is a monster tone.

I am interested in this for my Killer Kali++. Wonder if it would really be beneficial though with this amp since I have an array of tonal options?

I haven't played the Killer Kali++, so I don't know how different the controls and tones are from the standard Cali. The Cali has it's fair share of switches and tonal options as well. In the tight mode with all the switches to the left the Cali can get that tight, direct, focused signature Fortin grind without the pedal. In the spongy mode you get a wider soundstage, but give up some of the focus and tightness. With the grind pedal it bridges that gap basically. I have some TS's and an SD-1, and sure they can bridge that gap too, but for my tastes this pedal does a better job.

I have pretty much every option on the KK+++ which is a Cali (diode clipping and bright switches) plus the extra 4 gain stage. It can get it can get Uber tight with the "Feel" knob !! I keep it in between around 12 o clock. I might have to check out the Grind pedal, but the SD-1 and TS modded to 808 specs does a great job.

I said screw it and ordered one!!!! They are back in stock!!

 

[xXDaveyJonesXx]

I said screw it and ordered one!!!! They are back in stock!!

 

[xXDaveyJonesXx]

So damn metal it hurts.

 

[crankyrayhanky]

Oooohhhhh
Talk to me about that Grind>Cobra

 

[JerEvil]

I dig what it is doing overall to the tone in the vids above but damn does it add some noticeable white noise! Or was it there and just more pronounced by the pedal? I assume there is still some good low end chug that the camera is just not picking up?

 

[xXDaveyJonesXx]

Oooohhhhh
Talk to me about that Grind>Cobra

I'll let a clip do the talking. Won't be pretty (iPhone) but I'll get something together for you.

 

[xXDaveyJonesXx]

..I assume there is still some good low end chug that the camera is just not picking up?

It does strip a surprising amount of low end away. In my case with the Cobra, shocking amount, actually. I've tried bringing the bass up at first, but it didn't really play well. I've found that the if you have a Depth control, it's been a much more effective means of bringing that heft back into the low end, which until getting this pedal I've baaarely ever even had engaged.

That said, I'm anxious to hear it in a mix, as I feel this is where the benefits will really shine, And as a general observation in the past, the tones I dial in the room have rarely cut it in a band setting. And those same band settings, I've been less than impressed with in the room.

Until then, I'm definitely enjoying this lil pedal. Puts a mean ass vibe into your tone, for certain.