Tighten up rapid metal riffs and eliminate unwanted hum and buzz with Metal Gate! Based on the famous noise gate found in the Marshall JCM800 2203KK, this pedal features high-performance optimizations that include an updated dynamics processor and audiophile-grade operational amplifiers. Utilizing the THAT4305 Analog Engine® with its internal Blackmer® voltage-controlled amplifier (VCA), Metal Gate transparently manages the noise floor while maintaining low distortion and a wide dynamic range. Metal Gate can be connected to your rig using either the 2-cable method (2CM) or 4-cable method (4CM, recommended). Uses high-performance THAT4305 Analog Engine® dynamics processor Internal Blackmer® voltage-controlled amplifier enables low-distortion signal path and wide dynamic range Threshold control adjusts signal level required to trigger the gate Range control allows fine-tuning of the gate trigger sensitivity Bi-color LED indicates gate enabled and if open/closed Rugged aluminum enclosure with black textured powder coat with UV-printed artwork 125B pedal form factor (122mm x 66mm x 39.5mm) Gate in/out and DC power top jacks Trigger side jacks (used with 4-cable method, optional) Requires 9VDC center-negative pedal power (not included) Hand-made in the USA