Fortin Amplification Meshuggah

Meshuggah

£349.00

Highlights

• Signature distortion pedal built with Fredrik Thordendal of Meshuggah for modern aggressive tones
• Switchable channels deliver tight rhythm tones, vintage saturation or searing high gain lead sounds
• Punchy, immediate response under the fingers with ultra clear pick attack and dynamic feel
• Intuitive controls include dual gain stages, active 3 band EQ, and Hi/Lo gain toggle
• Built in Fortin Zuul noise gate with keying circuit keeps your tone tight and noise free
• Premium analogue circuit design delivers raw, amp like tone with zero digital interference
• Hand built to Fortin’s uncompromising standards for tone and reliability
• Rugged all metal chassis designed for years of touring and stage use
• Custom Meshuggah inspired artwork with sleek blacked out graphics and coloured channel indicators
• Clear LED power and channel status indicators for easy visibility on dark stages
• Relay based true bypass switching retains your core tone when the pedal is off
• 100% analogue signal path with zero tone loss or unwanted processing
• Side mounted jacks optimise pedalboard space and make wiring clean and simple
• Covered by Fortin’s limited warranty for peace of mind and long term use

Description

The Fortin Meshuggah is the definitive preamp distortion pedal for players seeking the sheer precision, tightness, and aggression of Meshuggah’s genre defining tone. Developed in close collaboration with Fredrik Thordendal and Mårten Hagström, it distils the essence of their custom Fortin Blackout amp into a powerful, pedalboard friendly format.

At its core are two unique channels, Green and Red, each offering its own gain structure, feel, and voicing. The Green channel delivers a more open, raw tone with slightly less compression, perfect for articulate riffing and clarity in complex chords. The Red channel, on the other hand, brings full throttle high gain aggression: tight, harmonically rich, and punishingly precise. These aren’t just different gain levels, they’re entirely different characters, tuned to match the dynamic demands of extreme metal and beyond.

Both channels feature dual cascading gain stages, allowing you to stack or run them independently depending on your settings. This opens up a wide tonal spectrum, from focused crunch to saturated, amp like distortion. A three band active EQ section, tailored specifically for extended range guitars lets you fine tune your tone with surgical control, while the Hi/Lo switch adjusts the gain structure and response to fit any style or playing environment.

What truly sets the Fortin Meshuggah apart is the built in Fortin Zuul noise gate, internally keyed to your playing and always active. This means absolute silence between notes, without ever compromising feel, dynamics, or tone. Whether you’re chugging in drop F# or playing intricate, polyrhythmic passages, the gate stays transparent and responsive.

Built for professional use, the Fortin Meshuggah works flawlessly in a variety of setups, into a clean amp, a power amp and cab, or directly into a DAW or IR loader. Top mounted jacks, rugged construction, and a compact footprint make it stage and studio ready.

The Fortin Meshuggah is more than just a pedal it’s a precision tool crafted for players who demand elite tone, modern flexibility, and unmatched clarity under the most extreme conditions.

Controls

• ON: True bypass soft switch recalls last power state; no surprises when you power up again
• CH 1/2: Switch between two uniquely voiced gain channels for ultimate tonal flexibility
• CH 1 (RED): Both Gain 1 and Gain 2 active for intense saturation and modern tightness
• CH 2 (GREEN): Only Gain 2 active; dial it back for a chimey, vintage-inspired character
• GAIN 1: Exclusive to CH 1; shapes early stage gain for aggressive or articulate tones
• GAIN 2: Shapes overall gain in both channels; crucial for clarity and dynamic control
• MVC: Master volume control that works with Hi/Lo switch for precise output control
• HI/LO: Push pull control toggles between compressed modern or raw vintage saturation
• BASS: Active EQ dial that adds punch or tightens low end for drop tuned clarity
• MIDDLE: Scoop or boost mids to cut through the mix or sit back in the pocket
• HIGH: Shape top end sparkle or tame harshness; perfect for extended range guitars
• ZUUL: Built in gate with internal keying; kills noise while preserving tone and dynamics

Components and Technical Specifications

• Uses high grade components for dependable tone, clarity, and durability on the road
• Relay based true bypass switching maintains full signal integrity when disengaged
• Features Fortin’s proprietary Zuul noise gate with dedicated key input circuitry
• Dual gain stages provide wide dynamic range and saturated high gain control
• Low noise circuit design preserves clarity, detail, and punch at all gain levels
• Designed with optimal voltage headroom to prevent unwanted clipping or sag
• Stable input/output impedance designed for use with modern and vintage rigs
• Footswitch is soft touch relay based for smooth operation and long life
• Powered by standard 9V centre negative supply
• Battery operation not supported
• Current Consumption meter readings (mA) by Truetone:
  • Less than 87 mA bypass
  • Less than 92 mA maximum

Enclosure Dimensions

• Depth: 119 mm / 4.7 in
• Width: 65 mm / 2.5 in
• Height: 39 mm / 1.5 in

Weight

• 329 g
• 0.73 lbs

Official UK Dealers

FX Pedal Planet Limited and FX Pedal Planet Online Store proudly serve as UK dealers for Fortin Amplification. If we do not have the specific Fortin Amplification product you are looking for, please reach out to us via the contacts page, and will order it on our next stock order for you at the best price and customer service.

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UK Deliveries

For our UK customers, we provide FREE 24 hour DHL tracked and signed delivery, ensuring your order arrives swiftly and securely.

International Deliveries

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