Ring Modulators – we take a detailed look We take a deep dive into the world of ring modulators and how they work. GFXD recently reviewed the Fairfield Circuitry Randy’s Revenge. Until then, we hadn’t spent much time with a ring modulator, and it was fun! So, this is what prompted this article. First things […]
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Best Reverb : Buyers Guide & Comparison
What Is Reverb? Reverb or reverberation is the “overhang” of reflected sound after it has bounced off many surfaces. We have all experienced how singing in the bathroom makes your voice sound bigger and this is because of the multiple reflections from generally hard surfaces. There is less reflection in a softly furnished room. To […]
Big Muff Fuzz Pedals
The iconic Big Muff pedal has an interesting history and many variants available today. About the Big Muff The term “Muff” was first used to describe a specific type of fuzz/distortion effect created by the Electro-Harmonix company in the late 1960s. The origin of the name is somewhat unclear. It is believed to have been […]
Klon Clones And Alternatives
This article takes a look at Klon Clones what pedals might be suitable alternatives to the Klon Centaur, at less scarey prices About The Centaur The Klon Centaur guitar pedal is a highly revered pedal that was designed to give a clean and transparent boost, even at low volumes, but without the mid-range hump in the […]
Sutton Instruments : People Behind The Pedals
Interview with Paul Lowsley In the latest instalment our ‘People Behind The Pedals’ blog series, we chat to Paul at Sutton instruments about this exciting new venture What inspired you to re-launch Sutton Instruments as a pedal manufacturer! In the early eighties we lived in a suburb of Kingston upon Hull Called Sutton. Whilst working at […]
Mantic Conceptual : People Behind The Pedals
People Behind The Pedals Interview with Luis Etscheid In the latest instalment our ‘People Behind The Pedals’ blog series, we chat to Luis at Mantic Conceptual about the early days at Mantic and the new Pendulum How was Mantic Conceptual born – what’s the concept! After years of circuit bending, taking things apart, modding and repairing […]
Black Arts Toneworks : People Behind The Pedals
People Behind The Pedals Interview with Mark Wentz In the latest instalment our ‘People Behind The Pedals’ blog series, we chat to Mark Wentz of Black Arts Toneworks about the inception of the company, the passions behind what drives product development and what is next in store! What was the first pedal you ever built? Tell […]
Cusack Music & Mojo Hand FX : People Behind The Pedals
People Behind The Pedals Interview with Mark Huizenga of Cusack Music & Mojo Hand FX In our ‘People Behind The Pedals’ blog series, we delve a little deeper into the brains behind the businesses, the memories of the manufacturers and the expertise of the effects pedal aficionados! Today we chat to Mark Huizenga who looks […]
Zander Circuitry: People Behind The Pedals
People Behind The Pedals Interview with Alex Millar of Zander Circuitry In our ‘People Behind The Pedals’ blog series, we delve a little deeper into the brains behind the businesses, the memories of the manufacturers and the expertise of the effects pedal aficionados! In the latest instalment, we chat to Alex Millar, founder and namesake […]
Top 5 Cooper FX Generation Loss 2 Alternatives
This article takes a look a what pedals might be suitable Generation Loss 2 alternatives, in the light of recent news from Cooper FX. Cooper FX is closing its doors Tom Majeski recently announced on Instagram (October 21) that Cooper FX would no longer be making pedals, and that Tom himself would be leaving the […]
