{"product_id":"1983-boss-hm-2-heavy-metal-pedal-black-label-japan","title":"1983 Boss HM-2 Heavy Metal Pedal Black Label Made in Japan","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"616\"\u003e1983 Boss HM‑2 Heavy Metal – Black \u0026amp; Orange\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"645\"\u003eThe Altitude Summary\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"685\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eDial in the “buzzsaw” tone that defined an entire genre with this 1983 Made-in-Japan Boss HM‑2 Heavy Metal—likely from March 1983 (serial 340068 inside). It’s in very good condition, with minor scuffs and dings that add character but don’t compromise function. This pedal rocks hard, with all knobs, switch, and jacks fully operational. Housed in the iconic orange chassis and weighing just over 14 oz (≈400 g), it’s pedalboard-friendly and built to withstand years of low-end annihilation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eCult-Toned Destruction with Roots\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"807\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThis is more than a distortion box—it’s a cultural artifact. Designed to emulate Marshall stacks, the HM‑2 went on to define the buzzsaw mid-scooped tone that powered Swedish death metal in the late ’80s and early ’90s. From Entombed’s \"Left Hand Path\" to Dismember and beyond, this pedal is steeped in underground legend.\u003c\/span\u003eJukebox of Raw Aggression\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"881\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eWith four controls—Level, Color Mix Low, Color Mix High, and Distortion—you can sculpt razor-tooth tones or uncork full-throttle annihilation. Every twist brings that iconic razor buzz or a refined guttural chug, all without over-complication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"921\"\u003eBuilt for Battle, Not for Looks\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"961\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThis early MIJ HM‑2 is as reliable as it was when new. The footswitch clicks with authority, the pots have aged gracefully, and the case still stands firm under pedalboard pressure. It’s a survivor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"982\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAuthentic 1983 Boss HM‑2 Heavy Metal, Made in Japan (likely March '83, serial 340068)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eJapanese-era craftsmanship—stopping in 1988 before Taiwan production\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAll-original orange housing and control layout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eControls: Level, Color Mix Low, Color Mix High, Distortion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eWeight: ≈14 oz (≈400 g)\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eVery good condition with minor cosmetic wear, all functions test solid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eLegendary “Swedish buzzsaw” distortion tone in a classic compact design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Boss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50601473114408,"sku":"BOSS-HM2","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/4225\/2328\/files\/Boss_HM2_-Photoroom.jpg?v=1756500053","url":"https:\/\/altitudeguitar.myshopify.com\/products\/1983-boss-hm-2-heavy-metal-pedal-black-label-japan","provider":"Altitude Guitar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}