Sponsor: Analog Alien
Contest Type: This is a skill-based contest. Winning is based on performance and judging criteria, not chance.
Entry Period: The contest begins on February 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM (EST) and ends on Feb 25, 2026 at 11:59 PM (EST).
Eligibility: Open to individuals who are 18 years of age or older and who currently own at least one Analog Alien guitar effects pedal. Employees, contractors, affiliates, and immediate family members of Analog Alien are not eligible.
How to Enter:
To enter, participants must:
- Follow Analog Alien on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
- Like and share the official contest post.
- Submit a video (60 seconds or less) demoing an Analog Alien pedal via the official submission form.
How it Works
Step 1: Follow & Share
Follow Analog Alien on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Like and share the official Tone Hero Contest post.
Step 2: Record Your Demo
Record a video (60 seconds or less) demoing your favorite riff or song using your Analog Alien pedal.
Step 3: Submit Your Entry
Complete the submission form to upload your video.
That’s it — you’re officially entered.
THE PRIZE
ONE WINNER WILL RECEIVE:
Any one Analog Alien pedal of their choice
The winner will also be:
Featured on the Analog Alien website
Highlighted across Analog Alien social media
Inducted into the official Tone Hero Hall of Fame
Submit a video that meets the following requirements:
Maximum length: 60 seconds
Must clearly feature an Analog Alien pedal
Must include your playing (no backing tracks only)
Must be original content recorded by you
Vertical or horizontal video accepted
Clear audio and lighting strongly recommended
Pro Tip:
Great sound quality and clear visuals will significantly improve your chances of winning.
JUDGING CRITERIA
Entries will be judged by the Analog Alien team based on:
Sound Quality – How great does the tone sound?
Player Ability – Musical skill and execution
Video Quality – Lighting, framing, clarity
Riff / Song Choice – Creativity and impact
Each category is scored and combined to determine the winner.
Frequently Asked Questions
This contest is open to current Analog Alien pedal owners only.
You must be 18 years or older to participate.
The winner is chosen by the Analog Alien team based on the official judging criteria.
No. Each participant may submit one entry only.
Yes. Following Analog Alien and sharing the contest post is required to qualify.
Any genre, any style — as long as your Analog Alien pedal is clearly featured.
The winner will be announced after the submission period ends and judging is completed, on or before 3/06/26.
The winner will be contacted by email.
THE FINE PRINT
Limit one entry per person.
Video Requirements: Videos must be original, no longer than 60 seconds, clearly feature an Analog Alien pedal, and include the entrant’s own performance. Inappropriate or infringing content will be disqualified.
Judging Criteria: Entries will be judged based on sound quality, player ability, video quality, and riff or song choice.
Prize: One winner will receive one Analog Alien guitar effects pedal of their choice. Prize is non-transferable and has no cash value.
Winner Selection: The winner will be selected after the entry period ends and notified via email. If the winner does not respond within 72 hours, an alternate winner may be selected.
Content Rights: By entering, participants grant Analog Alien a royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide license to use submitted content for marketing and promotional purposes.
Disqualification: Analog Alien reserves the right to disqualify any entry that does not meet eligibility requirements or violates these rules.
General Conditions: Analog Alien reserves the right to modify, suspend, or cancel the contest if necessary. All decisions are final.
PRIVACY POLICY
Analog Alien Tone Hero Contest
Information Collected: Analog Alien may collect name, email address, social media handles, location, submitted video content, and proof of pedal ownership.
Use of Information: Information is used to administer the contest, verify eligibility, contact participants and winners, feature content, and improve marketing efforts.
Content Usage: Submitted content may be used on the Analog Alien website, social media, email campaigns, paid advertising, and promotional materials.
Data Protection: Analog Alien does not sell or rent personal information. All data is used internally and stored securely.
Removal Requests: Participants may request the removal of personal data by contacting Analog Alien support. Removal of personal data does not revoke content usage rights already granted.
Consent: By submitting an entry, participants agree to this Privacy Policy and the use of their information as described above.
