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.
Overdrive is a type of guitar effect that simulates the natural distortion that occurs when a tube amplifier is pushed beyond its clean limit. Overdrive pedals achieve this by boosting the input signal of the guitar, causing the amplifier to saturate and produce a warm, saturated, and crunchy sound.
Overdrive pedals are commonly used in various styles of music, including rock, blues, and punk, to add grit, sustain, and harmonic richness to the guitar’s sound. They are versatile tools that can be used to achieve a wide range of tones, from subtle breakup to full-on distortion, depending on the settings and the amplifier being used. Some classic examples of overdrive pedals include the Ibanez Tube Screamer, the Boss OD-1, and the Fulltone OCD, among others
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PRS (Paul Reed Smith) is renowned for its high-end electric guitars and amplifiers, but the company also produces a range of premium guitar effects pedals. PRS pedals are known for their meticulous craftsmanship, robust build quality, and superior tonal characteristics, reflecting the same attention to detail and innovation that the brand brings to its guitars. The company’s effects lineup includes overdrive, distortion, and modulation pedals, designed to enhance and complement the natural sound of PRS guitars.
Among the most popular PRS pedals are the Horsemeat Transparent Overdrive, Wind Through the Trees Dual Analog Flanger, and Mary Cries Optical Compressor. The Horsemeat Transparent Overdrive is praised for its clear, articulate overdrive that preserves the guitar’s natural tone while adding a touch of warmth and grit. The Wind Through the Trees Dual Analog Flanger stands out for its rich, lush flanging effects with two independent flangers that create complex, swirling sounds. The Mary Cries Optical Compressor is favoured for its smooth, transparent compression that enhances sustain and dynamics without colouring the tone. These pedals have gained acclaim for their high-quality sound, innovative features, and the reliable performance that PRS is known for.
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Multi Effects Pedal: LEKATO guitar multi effects pedal offers 9 preset preamps, 8 IR CAB models; delay, reverb, phaser, chorus, distortion and overdrive guitar effects. Supports Third Party IR Files: Cube Baby Guitar Multi Effects supports 8 third-party IR files, you can cover the original IR file by useing the USB cable(included) to import the thi…
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£27.99
JOYO Vintage Overdrive guitar pedal with RC4558 chip is a representation of the classic TS808 tone. Producing warmer overtones at quieter volumes when used as a clean volume boost, and can achieve a harsher distortion as gain is increased. True Bypass provide transparent tone to keep the best tone quality, aluminium-alloy housing classic stoving va…
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Two Classics voiced Pedals in one case Classic Green Overdrive vs British Bluesbreaker Standard 9V DC or internal battery (not included) True bypass circuit
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This guitar effect pedal features round and smooth overdrive tone, excellent dynamic response and open sound. This Dumble clone is a wonderful pedal. It really sounds like the overdrive,This is a pretty amazing wee pedal, it gives beautiful overdrive tones without ever straying into distortion A well constructed low gain budget overdrive pedal. Wha…
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£181.54
All analog circuitry – none of the latency associated with digital technology. Better dynamics, better response, better tone. Compact Footprint Built in noise gate – Fast and responsive to keep everything TIGHT! 3 Way EQ Selection Made in the USA – 5 Year Limited Warranty