WEM CCB-1 Copicat Boost and preamp pedal – £165 New

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Guitar FX

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.

pedal

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.

Preamp

A preamp (preamplifier) is the first stage in your guitar signal chain that takes the weak signal from your guitar and boosts it to a usable level for shaping tone and driving the power amp.

It’s where much of your tone is formed—controlling gain, EQ, and character. In valve (tube) amps, the preamp stage is what gives you that classic warmth and breakup when pushed. In modern rigs, standalone preamp pedals or rack units can mimic classic amp tones or create entirely new ones. Whether in a studio or live setup, a good preamp is the heart of your sound.

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SONICAKE Bass Pedal Overdrive Analog Preamp Compression Effects Pedal and 3-Band EQ via Pre/Post Selection with XLR Output B Factory

£53.99

Analog Preamp, comp and Overdrive bass effect pedal Classic optical compressing sound, 3-band EQ with PRE/POST selection for enhancing and shaping your bass tone High impedance input and XLR balanced output Special Design Buffer Bypass Circuit Keeps the Sound Pristine Working with 9V Center Negative Regular Pedal Power Supply(not included)

Behringer COMPRESSOR/SUSTAINER CS400 Ultimate Dynamics Effects Pedal, Green

£24.90

Smooth, Consistent Tone: Compress dynamic range by softening peaks and boosting quieter signals, ensuring every note maintains steady, velvety sustain Precise Control: Dial in the perfect compression with dedicated Attack, Sustain, Level, and Tone controls to shape your sound with unmatched precision Balanced Performance: Level instrument volume ac… read more

Behringer ULTRA OCTAVER UO300 3-Mode Octaver Effects Pedal, Pack of 1

£24.36 £22.92

Create a monster sound by adding two additional tones using your guitar—one and two octaves below the original tone . Dedicated volume controls for all three tones for awesome sound shaping . Flexible three- mode range switch allows ultimate bass performance. Blue status led for effect on/off and battery check . First-class electronic on/off switch… read more

Behringer OD300 2-Mode Overdrive/Distortion Effects Pedal Purple

£24.36 £22.50

Versatile Overdrive/Distortion Blend: Seamlessly shift from warm, classic overdrive to edgy, modern distortion—or mix them to create your signature tone using the intuitive blend dial Precision Tone Shaping: Dial in your perfect sound with dedicated Level, Tone, and Drive controls that let you tailor everything from subtle grit to full-on crunch In… read more

Behringer ULTRA CHORUS UC200 Ultimate Stereo Chorus Effects Pedal, Yellow

£24.36 £22.30

Rich Stereo Effect: Enhance your guitar’s tone with the ULTRA CHORUS UC200, delivering a thick, vibrant sound and rich stereo effects for an extraordinary musical experience Ultimate Sound Shaping: Customize your tone with dedicated Depth, Rate, and Level controls, allowing precise adjustments to create your perfect chorus effect Fatten Up Your Sou… read more