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Guitar Pedal Brands UK: The Map
Here at Boost Guitar Pedals, we want to provide a truly useful resource for everyone, so here you'll find our list of all active pedal brands in the UK as of 2025.
Classic Gear: Electro-Harmonix Big Muff
Throughout the history of guitar pedals, there are certain pedals that have stood the test of time and become iconic pieces that most guitar players will own, or have owned, at some stage. One of those iconic pedals is the Electro-Harmonix Big Muff.
What’s the best way to organise a pedalboard for live gigs?
How you build your live pedalboard can change your entire experience onstage in the heat of battle - but consider a well built pedalboard as an extension of your instrument and part of your performance, and you'll be onto a winner!
Classic Gear: Boss DS-1
The Boss DS-1 Distortion has been on the market for almost 50 years and has become a staple on pedalboards around the world. Find out what makes it tick - and why it is so popular.
Classic Gear: Ibanez Tube Screamer
Although various iterations of the Ibanez Tube Screamer exist, there is no mistaking that classic green overdrive pedal that we've seen on countless pedalboards, from pub gigs to arena shows.
Classic Gear: Klon Centaur
This once relatively affordable pedal will now set you back the equivalent cost of a small car. But where did this mystique come from? Is the Klon Centaur the most (over)hyped guitar pedal of all time?
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How To Get A Crushing Doom Metal Tone
Heavy as fuck riffs, trudging tempos and big amps is the recipe for Doom! Read this ultimate guide for all the details.
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Parts Shortages in the Guitar Pedal Industry
Some parts were hard to find even before the chip shortage we're currently experiencing. The supply chain issues are affecting the entire electronics industry, and that includes us guitar pedal builders.
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The Boss Heavy Metal HM-2: New Lease of Life
The fate of the Boss Heavy Metal HM-2 looked certain to fade into history, but remarkably it has gained a cult-like following in recent years...
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How To Start a Guitar Pedal Company
Guest blogger Marc from SoundLad Liverpool reveals what it takes to start a guitar pedal business...
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How Musicians Can Make Money
I've brainstormed the many ways musicians can make money using their talents and a bit of business nous, from livestreaming and recording new music, to offering mixing services and tuition.
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Guitar Pedal Buying Guide: Genre by Genre
Want some advice on picking the right guitar pedals for various genres, including blues, rock and metal? You've come to the right place!
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