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.
Electric guitars use magnetic pickups to convert string vibrations into an electrical signal, which is then amplified. Unlike acoustic guitars, they rely on amplification for volume and tone shaping, making them highly versatile in genres like rock, blues, jazz, and metal. Electric guitars come in many body styles—solid, semi-hollow, and hollow—and feature different pickup configurations, neck types, and hardware. From smooth clean tones to aggressive distortion, they offer a wide sonic range, making them the backbone of modern guitar music.
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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SubZero is the in-house brand of UK retailer Gear4music, offering a range of affordable musical instruments and accessories. Their product lineup includes electric guitars, basses, amplifiers, pedals, and accessories, catering primarily to beginners and budget-conscious musicians.
£39.99
Lush, dreamy chorus pedal perfect for thickening your sound Responsive controls deliver versatile performance Instantly achieve great tones thanks to its intuitive three knob layout True bypass design guarantees optimum signal integrity Please Note – This pedal does not come with a power supply
£61.94
Chorus pedal from the Danish company STOY Bucket Brigade chip Extremely dynamic Soft click footswitch Requires DC9V/20mA power supply – not included
£18.53
Sound Enhanced: This electric guitar effects pedal allows you to customize and shape your guitar's tone, adding depth and dimension to your playing. Versatile Effects: You can enjoy a wide range of effects with this guitar pedal, enhancing your guitar playing experience and allowing for innovative sound exploration. Compact And Portable: This guita…
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