The Line 6 POD X3 is particularly unique, because it allows you to interface extremely easily with a mixing console or recording interface. Consider that most multi-effects only deliver unbalanced outputs, which are designed to connect to a guitar amp,… Continue Reading
The Boss GT series is a great pedal for live performances, practicing and studio recording. If you haven’t heard of the Boss GT-6, 8, 10 or 100, it’s basically a multi-effects pedal that contains all your gear. From stomp boxes,… Continue Reading
I was recently given this vintage Boss OD-1 pedal by a friend who no longer plays. According to the Boss serial number decoder, the pedal was released in 1978 making it a lot older than me! Notice that it doesn’t contain… Continue Reading
In the video below, Steve Vai gives us a crash course on how to go about configuring your pedal board. He touches on pedal order, combing short and long delays as well as using your effects send and return at… Continue Reading
In case you don’t already know, The NAMM Show is the largest showcase for musical products of any kind. It’s definitely the place to be if you’re a gear head! We’ve rounded off the winter NAMM for 2015, and the… Continue Reading
Back in the 60’s, who would have thought that in the not-too-distant future a heavy tube-based amplifier would be accessible from a microchip? Amp simulation has in recent years become a feasible option even for discerning players. The ability to… Continue Reading
Logical Order of Effects 1. Tuner 2. Wah 3. Acoustic simulator 4. Compressor 5. Overdrive 6. Equalizer 7. Noise suppression 8. Pitch effects (pitch shifters, vibrato etc) 9. Modulation (chorus, flanger etc) 10. Volume 11. Delay 12. Reverb 13. Looping… Continue Reading
