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Guitar Effects Pedal Buying Guide: What Do I Need?
Guitar Pedal Buying Guide: Genre by Genre
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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.
A solid little package with attractive features that would be equally welcome along at live shows or at home.
Great stock, some rare finds and fast turnover on order to delivery! I ordered late on a Saturday and it arrived by Tuesday morning
Quick response and shopping. Also great product.
Perfect fit for Keeley Bassist!
Love Boost, Jim's an absolute legend! Your first stop for hard-to-find, off-the-wall esoteric boutique stomps. Got my favourite Treble Booster and Tape Delay pedals from Jim awhile back and they rock. Also the best source for Stringjoy strings! Keep up the great work!
I've used Ernie Ball since 1979, then changed allegiance to D’Addario around 2020, but the journey wasn’t over! Mick Taylor introduced me to Stringjoy strings 2 years ago, and the difference and longevity astounded me. There’s a silky texture under the fingers that is nothing like any string I’ve ever played before. Stringjoy for life now, especially when Jim has such great deals on them!
Fantastic, hard to find treble booster with excellent modern features. Really nice pedal and excellent service from Jim and the team. Thanks!
Straightforward and easy to use. One knob for volume and an extra foot switch for extra gain- perfect.
This is a rich vibe with a great organic feel. Sounds more musical than some competitors as you increase intensity. I have found some other brands can give too much emphasis on a throb effect reducing musicality.
Remember to experiment with the internal trim pot to set you personal preference for the sweep of the intensity pot. Pairs beautifully with a harmonic tremelo or second vibe for even richer affect.
Fantastic from start to finish. Wonderful product.
Fantastic pedal. Great delivery and attention to detail. Can praise enough.
Very good experience - pedal was shipped quickly and packaged extremely well.
Really great boost pedal and will cover more than just metal tones. Very good service from Jim at Boost Pedals, fast shipping and excellent packaging. Very happy!
Just got my hands on the Bleak District Joy, and it truly lives up to the name. This pedal is an absolute joy to play. From the first chord, it unleashes a massive wall of noise that feels huge, rich, and beautifully chaotic in the best possible way.
Absolutely love these Stringjoys! I was an EB and D'Addario guy for years, but once I tried these, I became a full convert. They stay bright and last forever and there's a texture to them that feels just like silk.
Always a pleasure Jim, many thanks 🙏🏻
Specialist guitar pedal retailer offering boutique and hard-to-find effects with exceptional customer service. Fast shipping, competitive pricing, and personalized attention. Jim provides expert advice, quick communication, and careful packaging. Customers pra... Specialist guitar pedal retailer offering boutique and hard-to-find effects with exceptional customer service. Fast shipping, competitive pricing, and personalized attention. Jim provides expert advice, quick communication, and careful packaging. Customers praise the rare finds, great stock turnover, and hand-written notes. Strong reputation for supporting boutique builders.
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