
Guitar tech Gavin Maxwell shares pro pedalboard tips and unique insights into the signature sounds of Mogwai and IDLES.


Behind the Board: Dave Lee with John Frusciante of the Red Hot Chili Peppers
Top-tier guitar tech Dave Lee shares behind-the-scenes insights from his time working with John Frusciante of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
EXPLORE LOOPING AND WIRELESS

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, the Katana-Mini X empowers you to get creative and play anywhere, anytime.

A wireless expression pedal opens up worlds of creativity. Learn how the EV-1-WL can expand your sound by controlling effects parameters.

Explore the essential acoustic guitar effects, learn how to use them, and discover the best order for your unique signal chain.


The Ultimate Guide to Guitar Effects Pedal Order and Signal Chain
There's an art to assembling a pedalboard. Learn how perfecting a signal chain will reward you with the tone you've been seeking.

Inside the BOSS FZ-1W Fuzz
The FZ-1W Fuzz is a totally new pedal with a fresh take on the sound of ’60s units—reimagined for modern players. Learn how it came to be.

Guitar Pedals Go Country
Country music uses pedals differently than other genres. Explore the style’s effects history and learn to use stompboxes to get that twang.

Express Yourself: Expanding Creativity with the EV-1-WL
A wireless expression pedal opens up worlds of creativity. Learn how the EV-1-WL can expand your sound by controlling effects parameters.

Looping Positions: Ariana Grande and the BOSS RC-505
Find out how global superstar Ariana Grande uses the BOSS RC-505 in her new Vevo video series and learn about her looping history.

John Browne on the BOSS HM-2W: Monumental Distortion
John Browne of prog heavyweights Monuments gets down and dirty with the HM-2W, putting it through three heads and reporting on his findings.

What is the Waza Craft Pedal Line?
Each Waza Craft pedal is a complete redesign of the classic circuits by BOSS. Find out exactly what makes them so unique.

HM-2: The Sound of Swedish Death Metal and Beyond
Get the full story of the HM-2, the genre-defining pedal at the dark heart of Swedish death metal, now immortalized in Waza Craft form.

Ola Englund on the HM-2W: Swedish Chainsaw Tone Returns
A true authority on heavy metal, few guitarists are better equipped than Ola Englund to explore the distorted depths of the Waza Craft HM-2W.

Gain Appreciation: Analyzing the BOSS HM-2W
Colin Scott of CSGuitars spent quality time with the BOSS HM-2W, returning with a deep-dive technical exploration of the Waza Craft pedal.

What’s the Difference Between a DS-1, SD-1, and BD-2?
Discover the differences between these three pedals. Explore how they sound, how they’re used, and which one might work for you.
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Inside the BOSS FZ-1W Fuzz
The FZ-1W Fuzz is a totally new pedal with a fresh take on the sound of ’60s units—reimagined for modern players. Learn how it came to be.

Guitar Pedals Go Country
Country music uses pedals differently than other genres. Explore the style’s effects history and learn to use stompboxes to get that twang.

Express Yourself: Expanding Creativity with the EV-1-WL
A wireless expression pedal opens up worlds of creativity. Learn how the EV-1-WL can expand your sound by controlling effects parameters.

Looping Positions: Ariana Grande and the BOSS RC-505
Find out how global superstar Ariana Grande uses the BOSS RC-505 in her new Vevo video series and learn about her looping history.

John Browne on the BOSS HM-2W: Monumental Distortion
John Browne of prog heavyweights Monuments gets down and dirty with the HM-2W, putting it through three heads and reporting on his findings.

What is the Waza Craft Pedal Line?
Each Waza Craft pedal is a complete redesign of the classic circuits by BOSS. Find out exactly what makes them so unique.

HM-2: The Sound of Swedish Death Metal and Beyond
Get the full story of the HM-2, the genre-defining pedal at the dark heart of Swedish death metal, now immortalized in Waza Craft form.

Ola Englund on the HM-2W: Swedish Chainsaw Tone Returns
A true authority on heavy metal, few guitarists are better equipped than Ola Englund to explore the distorted depths of the Waza Craft HM-2W.

Gain Appreciation: Analyzing the BOSS HM-2W
Colin Scott of CSGuitars spent quality time with the BOSS HM-2W, returning with a deep-dive technical exploration of the Waza Craft pedal.

What’s the Difference Between a DS-1, SD-1, and BD-2?
Discover the differences between these three pedals. Explore how they sound, how they’re used, and which one might work for you.
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EXPLORE AMPS

Explore the essential acoustic guitar effects, learn how to use them, and discover the best order for your unique signal chain.

Learn the basic steps to get your Katana set up and sounding its best. Plus, explore its controls and features.

The Katana-100 MkII can take even advanced players to the next level. Here’s a rundown of seven reasons to make it your next amp.