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Classic Gear: Boss DS-1

January 28, 2025

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

January 17, 2025

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.

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?

How To Get A Crushing Doom Metal Tone

April 18, 2023

Heavy as fuck riffs, trudging tempos and big amps is the recipe for Doom! Read this ultimate guide for all the details.

Parts Shortages in the Guitar Pedal Industry

August 26, 2022

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.

The Boss Heavy Metal HM-2: New Lease of Life

June 24, 2022

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...

How To Start a Guitar Pedal Company

February 14, 2022

Guest blogger Marc from SoundLad Liverpool reveals what it takes to start a guitar pedal business...

How Musicians Can Make Money

November 17, 2021

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.

Guitar Pedal Buying Guide: Genre by Genre

October 03, 2021

Want some advice on picking the right guitar pedals for various genres, including blues, rock and metal? You've come to the right place!

Guitar Effects Pedal Buying Guide: What Do I Need?

September 25, 2021

My guitar effects pedal buying guide has the lowdown on the main types of guitar pedals you can buy and details what they actually do...

What is a true bypass pedal?

September 02, 2021

Even if you have pedals on your pedalboard turned off, the signal from your guitar has to go through them on its way to the amp. And it's HOW the signal goes through a pedal that determines whether it will degrade before it reaches the end of the route.

What is Pedal Stacking?