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Guitar Cable Showdown – 9 Cables – $30-$50

July 16, 2010 · Comments Off

This month we are taking a look at 9 different guitar cables from 8 different manufacturers, The following companies accepted the challenge: We first started out by testing all the cables to make sure that they were wired properly for proper grounding and continuity. We would like to thank our good friends at Morley Pedals for providing us with their Ebtech Swizz Army Cable Tester. All 9 Cables passed both the Continuity and Shield Test. Each cable was connected to 3 different setups to simulate a variety of practical playing environments. We used the following... [Read the full story]

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Introduction to Guitar Effects Pedals

July 11, 2010 · Leave a Comment

There is nothing more exciting than mastering the skills to play your first song on the guitar. Now your ready to move on and learn a song by one of your favorite artists. You wonder how they create their signature sound, they use guitar effects pedals. In this article we will give you an introduction to some of the types of popular guitar effects pedals on the market and give you a sample of the sounds that you can create while using them. Distortion and Overdrive Effects Overdrive Pedals boost the guitar signal to the amplifier creating unique sounds. This is a T-Rex ToneBug Overdrive, an example... [Read the full story]

Interviews

An Interview with Tony Farinella of Evidence Audio

July 23, 2010 · Comments Off

We would like to thank Tony for his time chatting with us and we hope our readers enjoy the wealth of information that he has to share. RDGN: How long have you been playing guitar? TF: Off (mostly) and on for nearly 30 years. Started with lessons when I hit 12 or 13 years old. Parted ways for other hobbies as playing guitar was just enough work for me to avoid becoming compulsive about it. I never found or made lots of personal time for it outside of scheduled lessons. Those lessons were great however. I’d cross paths with a guitar every couple of years and know just enough, or have just... [Read the full story]

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DVK Technologies Aussie Stomp Boxes Invade America!

March 17, 2011 · Comments Off

DVK Technologies Aussie Stomp Boxes Invade America! February 22, 2011, Santa Barbara, CA: Guitar FX pedal manufacturer DVK Technologies is now shipping the first four models in its new series of dual-function stomp boxes. Founded by Australian design engineer extraordinaire Craig Paine and pedal demo guru Brett Kingman (a.k.a. burgerman666 of the eponymous 3,000,000+ views YouTube channel), DVK Technologies specializes in pairing effects that guitarists often use in tandem. Stomp box combinations include fuzz and vibe (a la Hendrix at Woodstock), overdrive and vibe (an SRV or... [Read the full story]

Product Showcase

Pedaltrain JR-SC Guitar Effects Pedalboard

March 16, 2011 · Leave a Comment

PEDALTRAIN is the premier innovation in guitar effects pedalboards. Our award winning and patented design has been road tested, approved, and is currently in use by many of today’s top guitarists. Professional tour grade pedalboards and cases at prices everyone can afford. Pedaltrain Jr A compact pedalboard frame, perfect for players who want to keep their setup small and simple, or for the quick weekend jam where you need to take along a few of your “must have” tones. Includes a durable padded gig bag made of cordura nylon, with adjustable shoulder strap and gusseted exterior... [Read the full story]

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Pedaltrain JR-SC Guitar Effects Pedalboard

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Korg Pitchblack Guitar Pedal Tuner

Description: Korg Pitchblack – The Precise and Functional Chromatic Pedal Tuner! The music makers at Korg have set a new standard in pedal tuner capabilities. Announcing the Korg Pitchblack – the chromatic pedal tuner dedicated to precision and functionality. Features: * 100% True Bypass output...

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Cool Gear: Gator Cases – G-Bone Pedalboard

Description: Bone Pedal Board; w/ Carry Bag & Power Supply. The Power Supply is a 9V 1700mA power Supply. Features: Molded PE Pedal Board & Carry Case * USA-Made rigid polyethylene pedal board * Can accommodate up to 5 stomp boxes * 9v daisy chain power supply * Hook and loop angled surface...

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DiMarzio® Guitar & Instrument Cable Review

DiMarzio® Guitar & Instrument Cables are unsurpassed for connecting guitars, basses and keyboards to amps. Exceptionally crisp, clear, quiet and durable, they outperform cables costing much more. They’ve been called “the new industry standard,” and have successfully passed Guitar Player magazine’s...

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