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NuX|SKU: NUX-MCD-MKII

NUX Metal Core Deluxe MKII Distortion Pedal

$99.00 $109.00

Product highlights

  • 3 high-gain amp models in a compact enclosure
  • Duo Rect is based on Mesa Boogie dual rectifier
  • Fireman is based on Friedman BE-100
  • VH4 is based on Diezel VH4
  • IR out for amp-less application with 512 samples resolution
  • Features true-bypass
  • Parameters auto-saving into 3 models
  • Low power consumption at less than 120mA
  • TSAC-HD modeling offers realistic playability and response

In the box

  • NUX Metal Core Deluxe MKII Pedal with Duo Rect, Fireman, and VH 4 High Gain Preamp Models

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The NUX Metal Core Deluxe MKII is a high-gain preamp pedal with 3 distinctive high-gain amp models including the Duo Rect, Fireman, and VH 4. You can select these models via the 3-way toggle switch.
Amp in a Box
The Duo Rect is based on the Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier. The familiar 90’s American metal sound with the iconic metal front panel reminds you of countless classic records, from metal to punk to grunge, including Metallica, Tool, Korn, Soundgarden, Foo Fighters and Blink 182. The Fireman is based on the Friedman BE-100, the man behind the signature tones of rock icons including Eddie Van Halen, Steve Stevens, and Jerry Cantrell. For over a decade, the ‘BE’ circuit has been hailed as the epitome of British tone. The VH4 is based on the Diezel Amp of the same name, which revolutionized the industry with its 4-Channel and individual inserts design. This amp covers a wide range of tones. It has a thick, articulate, and ‘meaty’ sound, that is loved by many players. And because of its flexibility, the VH4 is used in many recording studios all over the world.
Ampless and Impulse Responses
Impulse Responses play an important part when it comes to going ampless, as it gives you that cabinet sound to complete your tone quest. Each of the included amps on the Metal Core Deluxe MKII has a matching IR to go sonically along with it. You can load your own favorite 3rd party IRs via the MetalCore editing software. Please visit the product page and download the editor (Metal Core Deluxe MKII supports 512 samples of IR resolution.). The MetalCore editing software will convert the IR file automatically, just make sure that your IR file is in WAV format.
USB
The USB-C port is for firmware updates and connecting to the MetalCore editing software (see below). To update the pedal, connect a USB cable to your PC and hold the footswitch to boot up the device and enter the DFU (Device Firmware Update) mode. Once connected you can perform firmware updates using DFU updater software.
MetalCore Editing Software
You can tweak the parameters and load 3rd party IRs through MetalCore editing software. Connect the USB cable to the pedal and PC, open the editing software, and that’s it. Make the tone all about you. The Metal Core Deluxe MKII offers you 5 user slots to load 3rd party IRs. (4 to 8) It supports 512 sample resolution.
EFX Mobile APP with OTG Connection
If you don’t have a computer, you can edit the pedal on the go for live applications with the EFX Mobile APP. (For iOS, you must use a Lightning to USB adaptor. While some Type-C to Type-C can work with Android, using an OTG adapter, can ensure that most Android systems will work with Metal Core Deluxe MKII properly.
Footswitch and FS Indicator to Engage or Disengage the IR
With the pedal not connected via USB, hold the footswitch while plugging in the power supply to boot-up the pedal. If the LED indicator flashes green 3 times, the IR is engaged. If the LED indicator flashes red 3 times, the IR is disengaged

Shipping & Returns

  • Same Day Shipping


    All orders placed by 1PM( EST), Monday through Thursday, and by 11AM (EST) on Friday, are shipped same day. Orders placed outside these times will ship the next business day. We do not ship internationally or to Puerto Rico, Guam and other US territories at this time. For more details click here.

  • Free Standard Shipping


    We offer free standard shipping on thousands of items within the continental USA (this does not include Alaska and Hawaii).



  • Easy returns


    If you're not happy with your purchase for any reason, our flexible 30-day free return policy makes it easy to get a full refund. Click here to view our return policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I return an item?

Returns are incredibly simple. Please log into your account, find your item you wish to return and follow the prompts to make a return. If you do not have an account, click here to find your order and make a return.

Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?

You will receive a full refund when you return an item in its original manufacturer’s packaging, undamaged and unmarked. If the item you are returning is priced at less than $35, you will be charged a 15% restocking fee. Please note you will not be refunded any shipping charges.

How many days do I have to make a return?

You have 30 days to make a return. During the holiday season, from November 1 to December 31, we extend the return window to 60 days. 

My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?

If your order has been noticeably damaged in transit, we strongly recommend that you refuse delivery and notify us immediately. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be made within 48 hours of delivery. If there is carrier damage, please contact support@focuscamera.com with your order number and a description of the damage. 

There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?

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Can I exchange an item?

We do not currently offer exchanges. Please return the item you purchased within 30 days and order what you’d like instead.

If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?

If you ordered a kit, you must return all components and accessories to receive a full refund.

I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?

If you ordered a product that included a free item, you must include the free item with your return. If not, your return will not be accepted and you will not receive a full refund.

Do you offer repairs?

We currently only offer camera repairs at our Brooklyn store. The item must be dropped off and collected in person as we do not accept shipped items for repair. For more information, please call our Brooklyn store on 1.718.431.7900.

What is your return policy?

Most items can be returned within 30 days for a full refund. Click here to read our full return policy.