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
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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MXR, short for “Mixing,” is a well-respected manufacturer of guitar pedals and audio effects units known for their reliability, innovation, and iconic sound. Established in the 1970s, MXR has been a staple in the pedalboard setups of countless musicians across various genres, from rock and blues to metal and beyond. Renowned for classics like the Phase 90, Dyna Comp compressor, and Carbon Copy delay, MXR pedals offer a wide range of effects to help guitarists shape and enhance their tone. With a commitment to quality construction and timeless designs, MXR continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in effects pedals, providing musicians with the tools they need to unleash their creativity and express their unique sonic identities.
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MOSFET technology recreates classic tube preamp gain structures Dynamic, touch responsive boost with natural compression Highly tweakable 3-band EQ Boost mode for cleaner notes and rich sustain OD mode for smooth, mellow overdrive
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Footswitch toggles effect on/bypass (red led indicates on) Gain knob adjusts total output volume when micro amp is engaged Perfect for switching between guitars with unmatched output Adds a preset amount of gain with a single control.adds a preset amount of gain with a single control. Made in benicia, californa
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Flexible design Robust High Quality Size:
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A collaboration between MXR and Analog Man Adds warmth and grit while allowing the sound and feel of your high-end gear to shine Thru-hole components personally tested by Analog Mike Boost/OD/Distortion switch allows you to set the overall attitude of the pedal’s output Allows all of your signal chain’s nuances to come through, from strings to amp …
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MXR and Custom Audio Electronics founder Bob Bradshaw join forces to bring you a dynamic new line of pedals The Boost/Overdrive and Boost pedals are the first offerings in the series produced by MXR, featuring the unique sonic stamp of legendary designer Bob Bradshaw Since 1980, CAE's innovative pedal designs were made in limited quantities only fo…
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