Chorus is a modulation-based guitar effect that creates a rich, shimmering sound by splitting the guitar’s signal into two identical paths, slightly detuning one of them, and then mixing them back together. This process produces a doubling effect that simulates the sound of multiple guitars playing simultaneously, resulting in a lush, chorused tone. Chorus pedals typically offer controls for adjusting parameters such as rate (the speed of the modulation), depth (the intensity of the effect), and mix (the balance between the dry and chorused signals). By adjusting these controls, guitarists can achieve a wide range of chorus effects, from subtle, shimmering textures to lush, swirling tones. Chorus is commonly used in genres such as rock, pop, and jazz to add depth, dimension, and movement to guitar tones, creating a sense of spaciousness and richness. Popular chorus pedal models include the Boss CE-2 Chorus Ensemble, MXR M234 Analog Chorus, and TC Electronic Corona Chorus.
Guitar FX (effects) refer to the wide range of pedals and processors that shape and manipulate a guitar’s signal to create different sounds. From classic distortion and overdrive to reverb, delay, modulation, and pitch-shifting, effects are at the heart of a guitarist’s creative toolkit. Whether analogue or digital, stompbox or multi-effects unit, Guitar FX allow players to express mood, texture, and dynamics in unique ways. Used thoughtfully, they can transform a simple riff into something atmospheric, aggressive, or entirely otherworldly.
A pedal is a compact device that guitarists use to alter their instrument’s sound by shaping effects such as distortion, delay, reverb, and modulation. Typically housed in a rugged enclosure and controlled by footswitches, pedals are designed to be placed on the floor for hands-free operation during playing. They can be analogue or digital, true bypass or buffered, and come in countless varieties to suit different styles and preferences. Pedals are essential tools for creating signature tones and adding colour and texture to a guitarist’s sound.
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Vintage vibrato and chorus combined in one pedal Based on Jim Dunlop Uni-Vibe pedal Simple 3 button operation: Depth, Color, Speed 9V DC supply only, no battery compartment True bypass
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Premium Waza Craft pedal with all-analog audio circuitry Standard mode provides the sound of the original DC-2 Dimension C pedal SDD-320 mode authentically reproduces the vintage Roland SDD-320 Dimension D, a legendary studio rack effect heard on countless hit records Iconic four-button preset interface, updated with reliable electronic switches an…
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Product 1: Authentic and classic three dimensional phase shifting—from rapid rotary speaker to impressive jet plane effects Product 1: Dedicated rate control and separate color switch for fine-tuning of effects speed and tone Product 1: Status led for effect on/off and battery check Product 1: True hard-wire bypass for ultimate signal integrity Pro…
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Lets you create rolling and powerful volume swells Instantly accessible 2-knob interface featuring sensitivity and attack Controls attack time to create almost violin-like guitar lines True bypass for ultimate signal integrity Built-like-a-tank' metal chassis