There are many options on the market, but you want to make sure your power supply has enough outputs to power the pedals on your board, and with the correct voltage required for that pedal. It may not always be the most ideal solution, but it’s sometimes necessary to use a Daisy ...
Despite appearing in guitar pedal documentaries and writing for legacy guitar brands, Emily from Get Offset still doesn’t consider herself to be an expert in guitars. “I definitely know a lot—I’m not going to sell myself short on that—but there’s always so much more to learn.” Sh...
We use it to describe a “natural” tone, meaning a relatively flat frequency response. Speakers can have different frequency response depending on materials and construction design, like cone shape, magnet weight and coil size. Also, the aging process of these materials will change a speaker’s...
This is my first Instructables, i will explain you how toturn a little Tube guitar amp into a preamp unit/pedal, with load box; Im french and my English is limited, so if i made some mistakes please forgive me !! :) I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS INSTRUCTABLES IF YOU WANT TO MAKE IT WIT...
Some comps don't have an input level control, so you'd have to use the output volume controls on your instrument, preamp, or another pedal to regulate the level going into the compressor. Finding and setting the correct input level is probably the number one problem that frustrates ...
Guitar preamps that use digital modelling technology have found their way into vast numbers of studios. But do they have a useful place on stage, and what do you need to know if you want to use one live? One of the biggest challenges in live engineering for small venues is managing the...
The iPad uses a common 3.5mm stereo headphone plug . It also can use the 30-pin connector but let’s hold off on that for now, especially in light of the new Lightning connector which has its own issues. Connecting via the 3.5mm plug is the easiest route to go. ...
To use a transformer with no center tap with a tube rectifier you can install the 'bridge half' of a bridge rectifier to provide a current return path. Two 1N4007 diodes running from the tube plate pins to ground will do the trick. Diode polarity is important, install the diodes with ...
If you're just getting started with Surge, check out our guide on how to use this powerful free synth plugin. 6. VCV Rack 2 (Image credit: VCV Rack) Platforms: Mac/PC/Linux | Formats: Standalone | Download It’s debatable whether VCV Rack should be classed as a soft synth or a ...
flushcut dykes and gently crimped off the glob. With it removed, I was able to solder the ground and secondary lead wires without the risk of damaging the pot or having to use too much solder. Using too much solder can lead to a “cold weld” and create a poor connection for the ...