Used sparingly, this pedal can function as an overdrive. Roll on the filter while paring back the distortion and you have a killer overdriven tone that rivals a tube screamer. Dial up the distortion, and you've got capable distortion that set the standard for thrash metal in the 1980s. ...
Just as the Tubescreamer is an excellent boost, it should come as no surprise that a brilliant pedal like the Timmy that's in the Tubescreamer family tree should also prove equally formidable as a boost. The big difference between the two is in voicing - the Timmy has a flatter EQ profi...
When you’re looking for pedals, you’re going to see the terms “true bypass” and “buffered output” thrown around a lot. Thankfully, these terms are actually really simple to define. A true bypass pedal doesn’t impact your signal when it’s turned off. A buffered output pedal boost...
TheFender Pugilistis my favorite distortion pedal from Fender’s new range of beautifully designed pedals. In fact, it is one of the best distortion pedals on the market today (in my opinion). Especially considering its feature set, price-point, build quality, and tone. It is versatile too!
And whether you are the the kind of guitarist to crank the mega distortion and tear through a solo, or if you prefer the slightly overdriven smooth pentatonic solo, you’re going to need a guide to discover the best electric guitar pedal for you.All pedals listed are reviewed with ...
The California-based boutique pedal builder Strymon has built quite a reputation for their quality effects. The BigSky Multidimensional Reverb is one of their most sought-after products. With 12 reverb types, you have a wealth of virtual space options for your guitar signal, while the expanded co...
It has a 12AX7 tube inside of it to give you the “real deal” kind of distortion. This pedal sounds really rich and beefy with a lot of range for you to play with in the mids department. The tonal shaping options can be a bit excessive at first but with this remarkable unit you...
From the subtle to dreamy, this pedal can handle it all. It also sounds pristine through a tube amp and allows you to get all the classic tones that are loved and replicated while also offering you the flexibility to create your own sounds which is an astonishing achievement. Chorus is a...
$249+ | Roger Mayer designed this RAT-inspired pedal in 1985 for metalheads and heavy rockers of the day. Using his experience building guitar gear for the likes of Hendrix, Mayer designed a more modern distortion that could provide feedback at all volume levels, making it a very useful st...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3j4v2n-fQTM More info, Prices and Reviews for the Wampler Sovereign Distortion Pedal 4–Blackstar HT-DIST The HT-DIST pedal’s includes Blackstar’s Patented ISF (Infinite Shape Feature) circuit which allows you to effectively design your own sound with the...