Pedal Partners: Combining a Synth Pedal with Other Effects
A synth pedal can transform a guitar signal into another instrument entirely. Explore the versatility of this powerful tool.
Joe Branton
Joe is the host of the Guitar Nerds podcast, one of the longest-running guitar podcasts in the world, with an episode every week for over ten years.
Joe Branton
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Pedal Partners: Combining a Slicer with Other Effects
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Pedal Partners: Combining Vibrato with Other Effects
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Five Creative Ways to Use a Vibrato Pedal for Guitar
Vibrato pedals can sound both subtle and extreme, authentic and outlandish. Find out how to use this singular effect.
Pedal Partners: Combining Compression with Other Effects
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Pedal Partners: Combining Tremolo with Other Effects
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Pedal Partners: Combining EQ with Other Effects
As simple as an EQ pedal may initially appear, it’s a must-have for any pedalboard, large or small. Learn to use this essential effect.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Flanger Pedal for Guitar
Flanger is one of the three core modulation effects, alongside chorus and phaser. Discover how to maximize this powerful sonic tool.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Phaser Pedal for Guitar
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The EQ pedal is an essential tool for guitarists. Learn how dialing in EQ can fine-tune a guitar sound and make it sparkle.
Five Creative Ways to Use a Tremolo Pedal for Guitar
Tremolo is a simple, tasteful tool to add depth, character, and charm to any chord progression. Learn to utilize this remarkable effect.
Pedal Partners: Combining Phaser with Other Effects
Phaser is a naturally versatile modulation effect. From overdrive to reverb, it can enhance, expand, and excite a guitar tone.
Creative Ways to Use a Noise Suppressor Pedal for Guitar
A noise suppressor can be one of the most helpful tone-shaping tools on a pedalboard. Learn to use these pedals in unique ways.
Pedal Partners: Combining Octave with Other Effects
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Pedal Partners: Combining Flanger with Other Effects
Flanger has been a swirling presence in music throughout the decades. Learn to combine it with other effects for incredible results.
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An octave pedal can be one of the most creative tools in your sonic arsenal. Explore the myriad possibilities of this remarkable effect.
Pedal Partners: Combining Fuzz with Other Effects
Fuzz can be one of the most exciting pedals on a guitarist’s board. Here are some powerful recipes for combining it with other effects.