Mini refers to compact, portable versions of guitar gear such as pedals, amplifiers, or accessories. Mini pedals and amps are designed to save space on your pedalboard or make practice and travel easier without sacrificing essential features or tone quality. These smaller units are ideal for musicians who need lightweight, convenient equipment for rehearsals, gigs, or home use.
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 volume pedal is a foot-operated device used to control the volume of a guitar or other audio signal. It functions similarly to the volume knob on a guitar but allows for real-time, hands-free adjustment during performance. By rocking the pedal forward or backward with their foot, the guitarist can smoothly increase or decrease the volume level of their instrument. Volume pedals are commonly used in various musical contexts, including live performances and studio recordings, to create dynamic swells, fades, and volume changes. They can also be employed to adjust the balance between different instruments in a band or to control the overall volume of a guitar signal sent to effects pedals or amplifier.
Volume pedals come in passive and active varieties, with active models often providing additional features like adjustable gain and tone shaping. They typically feature a durable construction suitable for use on stage, with a non-slip surface and a smooth-action pedal for precise volume control. Some volume pedals also include a minimum volume knob, allowing the guitarist to set a minimum volume level when the pedal is fully rocked back, which can be useful for maintaining a consistent volume level during performances. Popular volume pedal models include the Ernie Ball VP Jr., Boss FV-500H, and Dunlop DVP4 Volume X.
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DOD, which stands for “David Oreste Di Francesco” and “Overdrive Distortion,” is a sister brand to DigiTech and has a long history of producing analog effects pedals. DOD pedals are celebrated for their simplicity, robust construction, and classic tones that appeal to traditionalists and modern players alike.
Popular DOD pedals include:
- DOD 250 Overdrive Preamp: This pedal is a classic, known for its simple yet effective design that delivers a wide range of overdrive tones, from mild boost to full-on distortion. It’s prized for its transparency and dynamic response.
- Rubberneck Analog Delay: The Rubberneck combines vintage analog delay tones with modern features like tap tempo, modulation, and adjustable feedback, offering a blend of old-school charm and contemporary functionality.
- Phasor 201: The Phasor 201 is celebrated for its warm, vintage phase-shifting effects, providing a smooth, musical modulation that enhances both clean and overdriven tones.
Both DigiTech and DOD have made significant contributions to the world of guitar effects, with their pedals being used by countless musicians across different genres. DigiTech is often preferred for its digital innovation and versatility, while DOD is cherished for its analog warmth and straightforward design.
£104.00
Gear Drive for reliable performance 3-position multi resistance for wide range of compatibility Linear 25kΩ/10kΩ potentiometer Ultra Compact size has same footprint as most pedals
£43.99
2-in-1 Guitar Pedal – Our vowel pedal combines the wah wah pedal and active volume pedal, providing you with great convenience during performance. Classic Wah Sound – Based on the original wah pedal, the guitar pedal can be described as a reincarnation of the classic wah pedal. Our classic Wah inspired sound, with its deep filter resonance and gent…
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£89.00
Based on original DOD 250 circuit design with updated components and functionality True Bypass and new crisp blue LED status indicator Lighter aluminum chassis Modern 9V DC power supply input New yellow metallic flake paint with flat black bottom
£135.00
Circuit Design by Black Arts Toneworks Independent Distortion, Depth and Level Controls Versatile 3-Band Parametric EQ True bypass, 9V Power Supply jack Crisp blue status LED, Aluminum chassis
