I play in a hectic sort of post modern industrial thrashcore band (if you will). And I thought for sure I would nees to buy a Boss Od20 distortion twin pedal to keep up with my band...not a chance, it has the heaviest sound I have ever heard, and on the same channel with just a touch of the footswitch it has the most insane classic metal sound...like you are looking for.
I would always go Laney
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