I have been seeing effects from Kernom pop up here and there across the socials for a while now, and was super excited when I finally got a chance to talk to Jeremy and David about us collaborating on some demos. The first of their pedals we’re looking at today is the ELIPSE Multi Modulation Playground, an expressive multi-effect that brings you all the genre modes you need and love, along with some modern functionality and some...
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Releasing a new pedal seems like a lot of fun…but what about releasing TWO pedals on the same day?? Doubling the fun today, the folks at Donner have teamed up with guitarist Ruben Wan to bring to the world the Umbria Distortion and the Celestia Chorus, out now!! These two pedals have simple controls, along with big, bold sounds, to easily transform your less-than-stellar rig into a true powerhouse of tone. We’ve got 2x the...
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Although it’s been a minute since the Verbera Convolution Reverb came out, I was still waiting in anticipation for the next release in the NeonGlow Series of pedals from our friends at Hotone. Thankfully, that wait ends TODAY, as we help welcome into the mainstream the Freqlux Tri-Pitch Engine!! Now, “What is a tri-pitch engine?” is the question you may be asking at this very moment, and I’m here to show you...
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I first got my hands on an effects unit from ezhi&aka about 6 years ago (the magnificent Moomindrone T Drone Delay), and is the years since, have had the pleasure of checking out their Polarized Flutter Lofi Tapestop and Polarized Flutter + Echo pedals, and they’re all nothing short of brilliant. Today’s unit from them, the Double Tape T Broken Tape Deck Emulator, might just be the best one yet. Aside from being the...
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Over the last year, I’ve had the extreme pleasure of demoing a new lineup of mini pedals from Nobels, thanks to our friends over at Osiamo Music Gear. Following in the footsteps of the DEL-mini Digital Delay, ODR-mini2 Natural Overdrive and CHO-mini Stereo Chorus, today’s MOD-mini Tremolo Phase U-Vibe Modulation brings huge sound to the table, in a small, compact package. Grab those headphones, and let’s dive right...
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I loved the Infinity Verb Endless Soundscape from Death By Audio that was a limited release a couple weeks ago, so I was stoked when they contacted me about checking out a couple more pedals from the new Destroyer Series. Today, I’m excited to help welcome the Dream Station Stereo Reverb Delay, Moonbeam Stereo Multi-Stage Phaser and Thee Treble Overload Treble Booster into the world. These three effects look and sound as amazing...
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We’re continuing to look at more wonderful effects pedals from our friends at Keeley Electronics today, bringing you a unit that brings the very first amp effects into the modern era. The Zoma Stereo Reverb and Tremolo mixes the ultimate reverb experience with rich, modulated textures, for a wonderfully warm and inviting sound. With a gorgeous stereo field on tap, and a wide range of tones to explore, this silver beauty brings...
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There’s just something so fun and enjoyable about multi-effects units, and we’ve got another great one for you all today. The Spurr Audio PMF-8824 Personal Multi-FX Modulator combines multiple modulation effects into one glorious, vintage-looking and -sounding pedal that pushes the boundaries of effect experimentation. Taking your sound to otherworldly sonic levels, this space-age piece of gear will open up your musical...
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When a new pedal from Death By Audio shows up on the doorstep, you know you’re in for a real sonic treat – there’s just no way around it. Today, we’re looking at a special, limited edition collaboration they did with Levitation, an effect that bends space and time, and your brain, and your amp, and you eardrums…you get the idea. Grab your favorite flashlight and prepare to get lost for hours upon...
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I love a good multi-effects unit, but many times they’re too big for a neat and tidy pedalboard. Today’s pedal throws all those rules out the window, providing more options than you’ll know what to do with in a package that’s about as small as it can be. The Valeton GP-5 Multi-FX Processor & IR Loader gives you advanced signal routing, a ton of effects, impulse response and much, much. more… Shop...
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We’ve got a special pedal for you all today, kiddos – a rare, sought-after dirty beast that pushes the sonic envelope in more ways than you can count. The Chase Bliss Dirt Bird Overdrive Distortion is a limited edition run of pedals that only resulted in 250 being made, worldwide, hence the rarity and intrigue. While this one is based on another now-discontinued Chase Bliss unit, it has a mind of its own, and will truly...
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The 3 Series from JHS Pedals is a fantastic and affordable way to get into this crazy effects world we all live in, and I’m excited to check out another one of them today. The Harmonic Trem gives you a simple, 3-knob and one switch control layout, which lets you easily conjure up gorgeous tones in mere seconds…literally. Harkening back to some of the most coveted vintage sounds out there, this clean white beauty looks and...
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Sometimes, when you just see a pedal, before having heard it or knowing 1 single thing about what it does, you know you need to check it out ASAP. That was the case with today’s pedal, the NoiseKICK FX Diabeetus Tremolo Fuzz, a bold-looking and sounding effects unit that pays homage to a classic actor, while giving you some incredible sounds to play with. With just a couple of knobs, buttons and switches, there’s a lot...
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Who doesn’t love a great-sounding portable/practice amp, especially one with built-in FX, a tuner, Bluetooth connectivity and more? Well, if you do, you’re gonna love today’s piece of gear, the Katana-Mini X 10W Battery Powered Guitar Amp from our friends at BOSS. This little guy packs a LOT into a small package, changing the way you might think about small amplifiers, and perhaps changing the way you write and...
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After checking out their Pet Yeti Distortion Fuzz pedal, I couldn’t wait to see what was next from the folks at Cosmodio Instruments. Well, the day has finally arrived – help us as we welcome into the world the Gravity Well Analog Wavefolder, Tremolo & Sonic Refractor!! Taking modulation and flipping it around, stretching its boundaries and destroying preconceived notions along the way, this options-laden machine will...
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We’re back with another wild, amazing, unconventional effects machine from the crew at Old Blood Noise Endeavors today! Although it has been discontinued, the Mondegreen Modulated Delay is still readily available on the used market, and it is one of the crazier, more inspiring delays I’ve played in quite a while. Feeding delay into modulation, the crazy possibilities of a pedal like this are basically limitless…if...
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We’re back today with the latest incarnation of the amazing Ampero Series of multi-effects units from our friends at Hotone. This latest one, the Ampero II CDCM HD Gen 2 Amp Modeler / Effects Processor, brings familiar layouts, options and connectivity together with some new innovations, upgrades and sonic improvements. If you can’t already tell from the photos, this is a complex machine, with lots to discover…but...
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The NUX family of effects have been a staple here at Pedal of the Day for many years now, and today’s might be the biggest, baddest unit we’ve come across yet. The NME-5 TRIDENT Multi Effects Guitar Processor and Amp Modeler gives you a ton of audio and routing options, making it the perfect piece of gear for practice, small gigs, stadium shows and even to take along on any flight around the world. They’ve really...
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I love Tremolo. Whether it’s from an amp or a pedal, it adds a layer to music that just hits right. Today’s pedal takes everything you thought you knew about tremolo and ramps it up 1000x, in all the best ways. The Diffractor Soundings Arboretum Stereo Tremolo has lots of knobs, makes lots of noises and sounds amazing in stereo – let’s check it out!! The Arboretum Tremolo is designed to be a truly versatile...
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The folks at Stone Deaf have never shied away from intriguing, boundary-busting effects creations, and today might be their most ambitious yet. The Rise & Shine Fuzz Octave Tremolo not only combines those three effects into one box, it changes the way you will forever hear them moving forward (in the best of ways). Big tones, bold sonic creations, unusual pairings – this pedal has go it all… Elevate your musical...
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The folks at Line 6 are no strangers to crafting gorgeous effects, especially when it comes to multi-effects units. Today, we’re going to find out what’s going on with their latest release, the HX ONE, a compact but extremely powerful stereo effect processor that fits right in with any setup or rig. Grab your headphones and put on those reading glasses – we’ve got a lot to get into with this wonderful...
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Throughout the years, I’ve been fortunate to get my hands on nearly every pedal that Chase Bliss has put out, except one…until today. Much like its rare and elusive namesake, the Condor HiFi Analog Tone Bird has eluded our grasp, but the long wait has finally come to and end. Building on the original version released in 2018, this updated unit has some new features, new design aspects and the “must-have” sound...
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The Ampero line of multi effects processors and modelers has always been a joy to review and demo, and we’re stoked to be back at it again today. The latest creation from our friends at Hotone comes in the form of the Ampero II Stage Amp Modeler / Effects Processor, the newest in this series, and I’m pretty sure the most powerful yet. It’s a true wonder how they pack all of the amps, cabs, effects, routing, parameter...
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We’re taking a glance at our second effects unit from ALABS Audio today, and are really excited about all that this brand is capable of. The Orbital Pitch Shifter is a stereo digital pedal, offering 9 high-quality modulation effects. These include vibe, chorus, multi-chorus, phaser, filter, rotary, flanger, tremolo, and ring. Lots to get into here, let’s jump right in and see what this green gem is all about… Grab a...
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We’re stoked to bring you the ENTIRE lineup of pedals from Rockready Mini Pedals over the coming weeks, and we’re starting things off with two of our favorite effects today! The VT-1 Vintage Trem and AE-1 Analog Echo are small, yes, but they pack a big punch with their sonic output. With simple controls and mini enclosures, these pedals fit onto any pedalboard, and into ANY budget… The VT-1 Vintage Trem captures the...
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A couple years ago, one of our favorite pedals ever came into the shop: the Geckoplex EP-5 Tape Delay from Gecko Pedals. It’s been a long wait, but well worth it, as we bring you their newest release, the O-Face Modulated Overdrive! This is an effects unit unlike any we’ve ever seen, so let’s dive right in and see what all the knobs and buttons and stuff can do… In short, the O-Face is like having four pedals...
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In collaboration with our friends at Sweetwater, we’re proud to bring you the Analog Dual Mode Tremolo from Supro! This sea blue gem accurately recreates the iconic modulation effects found in iconic amplifiers of the 1960s. With both Amplitude and Harmonic modes, this all-analog tremolo allows players to switch between swampy tremolo sounds and psychedelic modulating tones. Let’s dive in and see what sonic treasures...
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We continue today on our journey as we review some new pedals from Caline today, bringing some classic tones to the forefront. The G-007 Redbelly Tremolo and G-009 Chamecho Delay bring more modulation and delicious echoes to the table, allowing you to create both modern and vintage sounds with ease. Let’s get right to it, shall we? The G-007 Red Belly Tremolo goes from subtle spaghetti western ‘throb’ to a full-on helicopter...
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We continue today on our journey as we review some new pedals from Caline today, bringing some classic tones to the forefront. The CP-505 Wave Machine conjures up vintage chorus tones, while the CP-506 Multimod gives you access to 7 different modulation modes to explore. All things modulation today, kids, lots to dive into, so let’s go… Based on a classic 1970’s analogue circuit, the CP-505 Wave Machine provides lush, rich...
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Every version of the Ampero family of Amp Modelers and Effects Processors from our friends at Hotone Audio has come our way, and we’re exctied as always to bring you the latest version today. The Ampero MINI takes everything you know and love about these units and squishes them into a small, compact enclosure, perfect for any pedalboard or tabletop rig. And since there’s no compromise in sound quality or endless IRs,...
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The moniker Gamechanger Audio has always suited the company responsible for today’s pedal, and we’re excited to bring another review and demo of their gear to you all. The BIGSBY Pedal Polyphonic Pitch Shifter is a revolutionary polyphonic pitch shifter pedal created in cooperation with Fender Musical Instruments Co. that reproduces the string bending and vibrato effects produced by the BIGSBY Tremolo arm and other...
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Today’s pedal is not one that your casual musician will get, or like, or want to have anything to do with, and that makes it all the more rad. The mad scientists at Industrialectric have been conjuring up crazy experimental gear for years, and the 567-M Modulation Machine keeps that streak alive and well. Lots of knob-twisting, ear-piercing and general sonic confusion give you a slight idea about what this pedal is capable...
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Each and every pedal we’ve come across from ZVEX Effects has been unique and different from what we’ve all come to expect from pedals, and today’s continues down that path with extra gusto. The Sonar Vexter Tremolo takes modulation to the next level, providing a slew of features, both present AND hidden, for you to explore. Get ready for a wild ride here, folks, ’cause this ain’t your grandaddy’s...
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Mixing different kinds of effects together usually pays off pretty damn well, and today’s pedal keeps that fine tradition going strong. The Humanoid Pedals Psychosis Tremolo Overdrive combines two of our favorites into one wild enclosure, complete with nutty graphics and thick, heavy driven and modulated sounds. This isn’t a light one, folks, so buckle up and let’s see what its all about… The Psychosis is the...
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If you haven’t heard about the fantastic gear coming from Heather Brown Electronicals, you must have been living under a musical rock. The Blessed Mother Overdrive burst on the scene a couple years ago, and was followed by the also-successful Sensation Fuzzdrive – two awesome circuits from an awesome builder. Today, we’ve got the latest effect in this lineup, the Spirit In The Sky Tremolo Fuzz, which mixes 2...
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Where do we even start with a rare, out-of-production and highly sought-after pedal like this? The Goatkeeper 3 GK3 Tap Tremolo Sequencer has become a pedal of mystery and intrigue, not to mention hard to find and pretty expensive, too. Described as an analog tremolo sequencer, this big white whale is so much more, a giant tone machine just itching to be experimented with, and thanks to the genius minds at Lightfoot Labs, one that we...
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(This article comes from our friends at GuitarTricks.com – check out their site for tons of guitar-related tips and tricks!!) I Have Too Many Pedals, How To Pare Down By Shawn Leonhardt for Guitar Tricks and 30 Day Singer, the original platform for online guitar lessons. There comes a point where every guitar player realizes they have too many effects pedals! It’s true, it happens, but you don’t need to get rid of any, you just...
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When a huge company like StewMac contacts you and asks if you’d like to demo some gear from them, there’s only one answer: an emphatic YES, PLEASE. Today, we’re going to check out a pedal, yes, but some other guitar-related gear as well, all of which is available on the StewMac website, and all of which can help you greatly improve your tone and unleash your creativity. Lots to get into, let’s do it!! First up,...
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A good multi-effects unit is always fun to take a look at, and when it’s focused on modulation, delay and reverb, it makes it that much better. The PLETHORA X3 TonePrint Pedalboard from TC Electronic takes its origin from the larger PLETHORA X5, slimming it down for an easier fit on your board, while still giving you the quality effects you need. We love the versatility in this unit, and can’t wait to dig in with you all...
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We’ve had a blast checking out the lineup of pedals from the newly-revamped Maestro brand, and have a BIG surprise for you all today. They’ve just released FIVE new units, and we have got them all in one place for you. Today, we’re looking at the Orbit Phaser, Mariner Tremolo, Titan Boost, Arcas Compressor Sustainer and Agena Envelope Filter – 5 effects building on the first 5 pedals they initially released...
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In all the years we’ve been demoing and reviewing effects units from our friends over at Strymon, we never delved into their beloved Flint – a crime, to be sure, but one that has been remedied today. The newer Flint Tremolo & Reverb V2 brings all the sonic glory of the original into focus, along with a slew of new upgrades and controls, for one of the most versatile, well-rounded pedals we’ve ever seen. Two...
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The fine folks over at Eventide have been big supporters of Pedal of the Day for years now – we’ve reviewed just about every one of their modern pedals, and have been lucky enough to be included in their last several new release days as well. Today, we’re doing it once again, and with possibly their biggest, most grandiose effects unit to date. The H90 Harmonizer® takes everything that we all love about the...
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Last year, we were able to demo FOUR new pedals from Dreadbox, a synth-heavy company we had first worked with back in 2016, that had released a new lineup of effects. The Kinematic, Lethargy, Komorebi and Darkness were all unique and amazing-sounding, so we couldn’t wait to see what they had in store next. Today, we get to explore 2 more new creations from Dreadbox – the Treminator Smashing Tremolo and the Raindrops Stereo...
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A couple months back, we had the distinct pleasure of reviewing and demoing 3 brand new amplifier pedals from our friends at Universal Audio: Dream ’65, Ruby ’63 and Woodrow ’55, all of which were wicked spectacular. Today, we get to revisit more UA gear, this time in the form of three effects: Astra Modulation Machine, Starlight Echo Station and Golden Reverberator. We’ve had our eyes on these for a while, as...
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Pedal of the Day has been fortunate to help with the promotion of each and every iteration of the wonderful Ampero series of multi-effects units from our friends at Hotone Audio, and we’ve got the newest one for you today. Following in the footsteps of the original Ampero, Ampero One and Ampero II, the Ampero Silver Edition Amp Modeler / Effects Processor somehow builds on the previous models’ functionality, options and...
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There are some pedal companies whose work you can instantly tell is theirs with just a simple glance, and our friends at Dophix fall squarely into that category. The no-nonsense silver enclosures, simple graphics and generally scaled-down control sections not only make for an easily recognizable brand, but also some downright impressive effect pedal creations. Today, we’re looking at a pedal of theirs with a lot of options and a...
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Our friends over at Poison Noises are releasing new versions of their entire lineup of effects pedals, and have asked us to help showcase these overhauled creations. We’re looking at 2 pedals a week for the next couple months, continuing today with the Tractor Beam Optical Tremolo V2. Are you prepared to transport yourself to the dreamy world of tremolo…well, are you?? The Tractor Beam is a versatile and expansive optical...
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When you can fit three classic effects into one less-than-normal sized enclosure, you’re doing something right. That’s exactly what has happened with today’s pedal, the Mojo Hand FX RVT Reverb Vibrato Tremolo. Using vintage 60’s amplifiers to help voice this DSP-based powerhouse, this pedal has got all your vintage tonal needs covered… The Mojo Hand FX RVT was created to offer three popular on-board...
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(This article comes from our friends at GuitarTricks.com – check out their site for tons of guitar-related tips and tricks!!) How To Get The Most Out Of Your Pedals By Steven Kendzorski for Guitar Tricks and 30 Day Singer, the original platform for online guitar lessons. I have GAS, and it’s bad. GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) is a common ailment among new guitar players, triggered by tone-envy, causing them to spend every...
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For their ridiculously low price points, it’s hard to beat the lineup of effects pedals from Flamma Innovation. We’ve covered nearly every one in their lineup so far, and are excited to help introduce their newest offerings, with the FC16 Optical Tremolo being today’s focus. This fire engine red machine has an easy-to-use control set and a small footprint, to easily slide into any rig, big or small. The FC16 Optical Tremolo...
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