Electric guitars use magnetic pickups to convert string vibrations into an electrical signal, which is then amplified. Unlike acoustic guitars, they rely on amplification for volume and tone shaping, making them highly versatile in genres like rock, blues, jazz, and metal. Electric guitars come in many body styles—solid, semi-hollow, and hollow—and feature different pickup configurations, neck types, and hardware. From smooth clean tones to aggressive distortion, they offer a wide sonic range, making them the backbone of modern guitar music.
Tremolo is a guitar effect that modulates the volume of the guitar signal at a regular rate, creating a pulsating or “shaking” effect. This modulation can vary in intensity and speed, allowing guitarists to achieve a wide range of tremolo sounds, from subtle rhythmic pulsations to more pronounced, choppy effects.
Tremolo pedals typically offer controls for adjusting parameters such as rate (the speed of the tremolo modulation), depth (the intensity of the effect), and waveform shape (such as sine, square, or triangle wave). By adjusting these controls, guitarists can customize the tremolo effect to suit their musical style and preferences.
Tremolo is commonly used in various music genres, including rock, surf, country, and indie, to add texture, movement, and dynamics to guitar tones. It can be used to create rhythmic patterns, add emphasis to specific parts of a song, or create a sense of tension and release.
Popular tremolo pedal models include the Boss TR-2 Tremolo, Strymon Flint Tremolo & Reverb, and Electro-Harmonix Super Pulsar.
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Walrus Audio is a company renowned for its high-quality, artistically designed guitar effects pedals that cater to a wide range of musical styles. Their product lineup includes overdrive, fuzz, distortion, modulation, delay, reverb, and multi-effects pedals. Each pedal is designed with meticulous attention to detail, both in terms of sound and aesthetics, often featuring unique and eye-catching artwork. Walrus Audio pedals are known for their robust construction, intuitive controls, and ability to produce both classic and innovative sounds.
Among the most popular Walrus Audio pedals are the Julia Chorus/Vibrato, the ARP-87 Multi-Function Delay, and the Slo Multi-Texture Reverb. The Julia Chorus/Vibrato is celebrated for its warm, lush tones and the ability to blend between chorus and vibrato effects, making it a favourite among players seeking rich modulation. The ARP-87 Multi-Function Delay stands out due to its versatility, offering a range of delay types and a simple yet powerful interface. The Slo Multi-Texture Reverb has gained a strong following for its ability to create ambient, cinematic reverb sounds with three different reverb algorithms. These pedals have become staples for many guitarists due to their exceptional sound quality, distinctive designs, and the unique sonic landscapes they enable musicians to explore.
£91.57
Controls: Time, Feedback, Mix Modes: Digital, Analog, Reverse Divisions: Quarter, Dotted 8th, 8th
£90.64
Controls: Rate, Depth, Mix Modes: Light, Medium, Heavy Power Requirements: 100mA minimum
£246.78
A five-state fuzz capable of massively thick sounds ready to test the limits of any amp's grill cloth Use the Voltage (lightning bolt) knob to crank up to 18 volts into the pedal's circuit for massive, open fuzz sounds, or choose to starve it down to 3 volts for spatty, gated fuzz Five-position rotary knob offers different clipping configurations E…
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£241.71
Verzerrer Effekte Gitarren We emphasise a balanced combination of careful workmanship and selected materials. OUR GOAL – Your satisfaction is our top priority and takes centre stage.
£223.27
Verzerrer Effekte Gitarren We emphasise a balanced combination of careful workmanship and selected materials. OUR GOAL – Your satisfaction is our top priority and takes centre stage.
