CAT'S Factory AT-222D 8I-II0 Distortion [AKIRA TAKASAKI Signature Pedal] (Cats Factory) Distortion Akira Takasaki

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Long-awaited restock! CAT'S Factory produces the "AT-222" series, which has received high praise from LOUDNESS's Akira Takasaki. This is the most popular "Ki" distortion pedal! The AT-222 is used by Akira Takasaki on stage and in a variety of other situations, and has been well-received by fans and many other guitarists for its high level of perfection. This distortion pedal is 8I-II0 distortion from CAT'S Factory, the manufacturer of the AT-222! The blue-colored case, as specified by Takasaki, features the character "Ki" (spirit), the same as the title of Takasaki's second solo album, renowned as an enduring masterpiece that transcends genres, printed on it, with the model name "8I II0 Distortion" printed underneath. The GAIN, TONE, and VOLUME knobs are the same shape as Marshall amplifiers. The mini switch located at the top of the surface switches between three modes: "Classic" is the classic Marshall-style drive sound heard in 1980s hard rock and heavy metal, "Modern" is a more modern, clear sound with a stronger mid-range and high-range push than Classic mode, and "Germa" is the mode exactly in the middle. The gain control has a wide range, from a light crunch to a high-gain sound that can be used for leads, but it doesn't distort or crush the core of the sound, and instead has a natural sound that sounds like it's been distorted by an amplifier with little compression. In addition, the tone can be adjusted over a wide range, from a rough, gritty distortion to a rounded, mild sound.By switching between gain, tone, and three modes, you can create sounds that are suitable for a variety of genres, not just hard rock and heavy metal.It can also be used as an overdrive-like booster, producing an outstanding sound, not just as a distortion pedal. Of course, like the previous AT-222 series, it uses a true bypass system, so the original sound is not compromised when the effect is turned off, and it also features low noise. The most important thing was that the sound quality and ease of use be at a level that Akira Takasaki could use both on stage and in recordings, but at the same time, it was also developed with the idea in mind of using it as a general distortion pedal, by setting the amp to a clean setting and distorting it with an effect pedal.As a result, it took a long two years from the time the first prototype was made until it was actually released, making it a masterpiece that is full of ``spirit.'' CAT'S Factory pedals are used by leading guitarists and bassists, including Takasaki and Masayoshi Yamashita, but because they are manufactured and sold only to direct orders from users, new pedals are not available in music stores, and the AT-222 series is only sold at a limited number of music stores. The AT-222D 8I-II0 distortion amplifier, which is made with meticulous attention to its internal parts, is a highly popular item for Mr. Takasaki's recordings and also as stage equipment. Although it is a pricey item for a distortion pedal, its sound quality will satisfy not only fans but also many guitarists. Please try it at the store! *Since the painting is done entirely by hand, there may be slight differences in the finish for each unit. *Serial numbers cannot be specified. Show more