As an online reviewer and demo-er of effects pedals, we really like stuff that’s a bit out of the ordinary. “Auditory Signal Disruptor” is one of those phrases that is immediately intriguing, and today’s pedal that happens to be attached to that tagline does not disappoint. The Mountain from our new pals at Frost Giant Electronics just ripped a hole (metaphorically) in our amp the first time we plugged it in, and once we got pseudo-comfortable with what it can do, it ripped another hole in our brains as well. Part distortion, part fuzz, part drive and all kick-ass, this effect definitely affects the other effects around it….or something like that….
Besides the usual suspects in the control section (Volume, Gain and Freq, or Tone), The Mountain features a Distortion / Overdrive switch, allowing you to select what path you’d like your signal to travel through, depending on if you’re using a clean or already-dirty amplifier. A second toggle gives you control over 3 separate gain stages as well, furthering the sonic abyss you can easily slide into when delving into this monstrous creation. The internal circuit has been tuned for a bit more gain and a tighter attack, but all the while retaining the amp-like response and warmth that we all know and love.
Handmade in the state of Texas, The Mountain is really one of those eye-opening effects that toss you right out of the boat and into the sonic water the minute you plug it in. Boasting simple controls with a couple of tasty options to boot, there’s no way you won’t find at least one good setting when messing around with this guy – more likely than not, you’ll find several settings you just can’t live without. Cheers to Frost Giant Electronics for immediately peaking our interest – we can’t wait to see what else they’ve got in store for us all!
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