Listening to us explain the difference between a chorus and a vibrato may well be very informative but hearing great examples of the effects is also a fantastic way to understand why players love them so much. So in this list, we bring you 8(ish) songs that gave us G.A.S (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) Come as …
We try to be unbiased on all approaches to life however, that’s truly difficult to do when people ask, are guitars still cool!? Since the number of new guitars being sold today is higher than ever before and the second-hand sales of the guitar gear are through the roof, we would say that guitars are …
It can be confusing to new and experienced guitarists alike, as to why there are so many different types of delay, so first let’s look at what delay is. Delay is an effect that repeats the notes you play, depending on how you set a delay it will repeat your notes from as little as …
To answer the question how do I use drive pedals lets first ask what is a drive pedal!? A drive pedal, be it overdrive, fuzz, distortion etc will help yo to achieve a more aggressive broken up tone which can sound anything from a slight amount of grit only when hitting your strings harder all …
The discussion around how to transport guitar pedals has a very interesting place, right at the heart of Analog Alien. Over the years the solutions have changed dramatically as originally guitarists would simply put pedals in their gig bags along with a couple of cables and some 9v batteries. It’s not unusual (ok Tom sit …
We often see people asking how to daisy chain guitar pedals and despite our first reaction being unless there is absolutely no other option then DON’T there are some very good guidelines to follow. Firstly it’s worth clarifying what “Daisy Chaining ” is, just like the common mains electricity wall plug extensions which share the …
Something almost every pedal user has asked themselves is “Do I know how to modify guitar pedals” and the answer is … yes you just don’t know it yet. Some mods are as simple as cutting one leg of a specific component or changing the size of the knobs for better control. We wanted to …
The question of what guitar pedals do I need is answered relatively, if you’re an acoustic player who only plays by the open bonfires when camping then none my friend, if you wish to become the next operatic synth rock bands lead guitarist then probably all of them. For this reason we’re breaking this down …
Questions often seen from new effect pedals users and even some more experienced musicians is centred around how to arrange their guitar pedals and although there is no steadfast rule there are indeed some pointers and guidelines which will firstly produce great result but secondly and more importantly, give you a great jumping off point …
Perhaps the best way to answer the question “what are guitar pedals” would be to look at playing music like making a meal. When we first learn to cook we start with something basic, something that experts can use to make their fame fortunes like a jam tart or like Bob Dylan and his acoustic …
Synthesizers are really amazing instruments. Just about anything is possible with them. Years ago you would pay a high price for a synth like the OB-8. Today synths come in all sizes and features and most of them are very affordable. So what can you do to improve the sound and versatility of an instrument that is as versatile as a synthesizer? How about adding guitar effects pedals into the mix?
It’s getting harder and harder to be creative in the music world today. Let’s face it….Rock and Pop music are well over 50 years old and they have been through generations of changes. But all is not lost and there’s still some room to experiment and to let your creativity and imagination run wild. One such area of exploration is the human voice.
A while back we posted a blog that covered the topic of using guitar pedals to record vocals. It was so well received that we thought we’d revisit it – only this time, we’re going to take a look at how you can use guitar pedals for vocals in a live situation.
Whether you’re playing rock, blues, or metal, stacking overdrive pedals is an easy way to amp up your dirty tones. Stacking pedals creates a dynamic, harmonically rich sound that you can tweak in so many ways — and by using different pedals in your stacks, you can create practically limitless sounds. However, before you start …
So, you’ve been playing the electric guitar for a while now and you have decided that you’d like to purchase some guitar pedals.
But you’re new to guitar pedals and you have no experience using them. You’re not sure what guitar pedals to start with or how to connect them together. Adding a few guitar pedals to your signal chain can be both a fun and creative experience. So let’s take a look at some of the best guitar pedals for beginners.
Have you ever given any thought to using guitar pedals for vocals? Although guitar pedals were not designed or intended for vocals, times have changed and technology has opened up some new and amazing doors for us. Just imagine the interesting and creative effects you could give your vocals if you sang through a vintage …
There are so many guitar pedals on the market these days. They come in all shapes and sizes. Some focus on doing one thing while others are designed to do several things. So how do you use them? What approach should you take? While we can talk about this subject all day, if you’re new …
Yes, Yes, and Yes! Although guitar pedals were not intended to be used with keyboards, incorporating a guitar pedal into the signal chain of your keyboard can open up a wide range of sonic and tonal possibilities.
What guitar pedals should I get? That question is one of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to guitar pedals – that it actually might surprise you. There are so many pedals on the market today, that it can get very confusing when it comes to picking out the ones that are right …
Well, we have a new member in the Analog Alien Galaxy – ZZ Top guitarist, Mr. Billy F. Gibbons! Billy heard about our pedals and personally invited us down to his show at the Iridium in Times Square, NYC. We got to hang out with him after the show and man that was some experience. …
Introducing the Analog Alien EPI (Effects Pedal Interface) These days, many artists/musicians have a desire to use guitar pedals in ways that they were not designed or intended to be used – especially when it comes to recording. How great would it be if you could send your vocals, drums, keyboards, etc… through an effects …
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