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.
A preamp (preamplifier) is the first stage in your guitar signal chain that takes the weak signal from your guitar and boosts it to a usable level for shaping tone and driving the power amp.
It’s where much of your tone is formed—controlling gain, EQ, and character. In valve (tube) amps, the preamp stage is what gives you that classic warmth and breakup when pushed. In modern rigs, standalone preamp pedals or rack units can mimic classic amp tones or create entirely new ones. Whether in a studio or live setup, a good preamp is the heart of your sound.
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Analog Preamp, comp and Overdrive bass effect pedal Classic optical compressing sound, 3-band EQ with PRE/POST selection for enhancing and shaping your bass tone High impedance input and XLR balanced output Special Design Buffer Bypass Circuit Keeps the Sound Pristine Working with 9V Center Negative Regular Pedal Power Supply(not included)
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One-Stop Gig Solution for Acoustic Instruments Players with Main Effects needed Analog Preamp with 2-Band EQ recreates a Classic Acoustic Guitar Amplifier, provide a warm, natural sound High Quality Chorus, Delay, Reverb Effects for Different Playing Scenarios Tap Tempo and Tail On/Off function for Delicate Control XLR Output for directly connectin…
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9 Classic Preamp Models ▶Choose from a diverse selection of nine classic preamp models to suit any playing style or genre: Dark DLX Deluxe,Tweed Deluxe, XTC BlueM,Hot Cat 30,Eye Fl-gm-n I,JCM800 UK 800,Powerball II E645/2,Dual Rectifier,SLO100 Lead Overdrive. Rich Parameter Adjustments ▶Fine-tune your sound with precision using the GAIN, LEVEL, and…
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Acoustic instrument preamp with effects 4-band eq with bass, middle, treble, and selectable low cut Dual effects – reverb (2) or delay (2), chorus (2), flanger or tremolo Selectable phase invert for feedback control, Product Dimensions : 24 x 14 x 5 cms Balanced xlr di output with pre/post routing
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【9 Classic Amp Effects】The For M-VAVE MINI-AMP Pre-amp Simulation Effect Pedal offers 9 built-in tone options, showcasing the iconic tones of various classic speakers. Explore a wide range of tonal variations to match different music styles and personal preferences. 【3 Band EQ True Bypass】Equipped with a 3-band EQ control, this mini amp allows easy…
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