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.
A special usually refers to a model or edition that stands out from standard versions due to unique features, limited production, or custom touches. This could include upgraded hardware, exclusive finishes, distinctive woods, or artist signature details. Specials often offer enhanced playability, tone, or aesthetics, making them prized by collectors and players alike. Whether it’s a “Standard,” “Custom,” or “Special Edition,” these guitars bring something extra to the table—whether that’s rarity, style, or performance.
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Gives your signal extra grit and boost without drastically altering your tone and retains all of the natural nuances and character of your amplifier. Two distinct clipping modes that are both exceptionally responsive to playing dynamics: Germanium and Silicon Germanium mode delivers a softer, more rounded response with tamed highs and lower output….
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Controls Boost: Sets the level of the output boost. Volume: Sets the output level. Tone: Brighter clockwise, warmer counter clockwise. Gain A: Sets the gain for the Channel A (lower gain) Gain B: Sets the gain for Channel B (higher gain) Foot Switches Activate: True bypass switch Gain B: Activates Gain Channel B Boost: Activates the output level bo…
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Overdrive effect pedal Weight: 264 g Limited to 2000 pieces worldwide With the compression switch, the character of the distortion can be adjusted Minus (-): more open with more high mids and bite lus (+): crisp and compressed with a little less bite and flatter middle area Silent relay-based switching with Flexi-Switch technology Regulator for gai…
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Features our popular Hoof and Tone Reaper fuzz pedals in one handy enclosure with the added bonus of an old school analog octave up Originally released as a special limited run item back in 2010, demand was so high that we decided to reintroduce it back into our line Capable of creating everything from subtle octave-up overtones through crushing oc…
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Fuzz / overdrive effect pedal Red Brown Limited Edition Developed with Lee Kiernan from the band IDLES Dynamic and destructive pulse width modulated fuzz Dimensions (L x W x H): 125 x 67 x 57 mm Hand-made in the USA