{"id":65688,"date":"2020-10-01T17:50:55","date_gmt":"2020-10-01T21:50:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/?p=65688"},"modified":"2020-10-01T17:50:55","modified_gmt":"2020-10-01T21:50:55","slug":"guitar-pedal-buying-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/guitar-pedal-buying-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Guitar Pedal Buying Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When you plug your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/l\/Musical-Instruments\/Guitars\/Electric-Guitars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">electric guitar<\/a> directly into an amp for the first time and start playing, you may think to yourself, \u201cWhere is the crunchy rock-styled distortion? The shimmering reverb?\u201d To get the most out of your electric guitar, you\u2019ll need to invest in separate guitar pedals that shape your sound. Here are a few things to keep in mind when getting started on building your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/l\/Musical-Instruments\/Effects\/Effects-Pedals?sel=Compatibility_Guitar-Pedal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pedal<\/a> collection.<\/p>\n<h2>What are the guitar pedals?<\/h2>\n<p>Guitarists have been altering their sounds since the invention of the electric guitar. They\u2019ve poked holes in speakers, invented magnetic tape echo machines, and used spring-filled reverb tanks.<\/p>\n<p>Starting in the mid-1960s, different transistor circuits became available that allowed guitarists to alter their sounds with \u201cstompbox\u201d guitar pedals. These small units sat on the floor between the guitar and the amp, providing on-demand effects by way of foot-operated buttons. By the late 1970s, digital microchips started finding their way into stompboxes, providing even more diverse sounds at a lower cost.<\/p>\n<p>Most effects pedals have the same basic features as they did 50 years ago: on\/off switches, input and output jacks for instrument cables, and battery terminals or AC\/DC adapter jacks. They also usually feature knobs that control the volume of the signal, strength of the effect, and Hi\/Mid\/Lo tone controls.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_65694\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-65694\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-65694\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guitar-pedal-buying-guide-closeup.jpg\" alt=\"guitar pedal buying guide\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guitar-pedal-buying-guide-closeup.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guitar-pedal-buying-guide-closeup-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guitar-pedal-buying-guide-closeup-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-65694\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@shlagance?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Shlag<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Common effects pedals<\/h2>\n<p><em>Distortion<\/em>: Also called \u201coverdrive\u201d or \u201cfuzz\u201d guitar pedals depending on the level of their distortion, this effect adds that crunchy edge that defines hard rock and metal genres. Although many amps feature distortion on their own, some guitarists own several different distortion pedals.<\/p>\n<p><em>Reverb<\/em>: This is a great way to thicken up an undistorted sound. It adds echoing reverberations like you\u2019d hear in a large cavern or concert hall, instantly giving your sound a sort of \u201csurf\u201d vibe.<\/p>\n<p><em>Delay<\/em>: Often confused with reverb, delay pedals copy each note you play and then repeat it as it gradually fades away like a well-defined echo.<\/p>\n<p><em>Chorus<\/em>: This effect replicates your sound so it sounds like multiple guitars are playing the same note, some slightly out of tune, and often fading out with wavering vibratos.<\/p>\n<p><em>Wah<\/em>&#8211;<em>wah<\/em>: Listen to the opening of Jimi Hendrix\u2019s \u201cVoodoo Child\u201d for a great example of this onomatopoeia of an effect. You simply rock your foot back and forth on the wah pedal, changing the tone from bass to treble.<\/p>\n<p><em>Looper<\/em>: These effects pedals don\u2019t change your sound, but they\u2019re still a great addition to your lineup. Looper pedals simply record a brief phrase of your playing and then play it back on endless repeat. Great for solo players.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to all these single effects, there are digital multi-effects units available as well, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/lihxstomp.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Line 6 HX STOMP<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/zozg5n.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Zoom\u2019s G5n<\/a>. There are also some other types to consider, including the phaser and flanger pedals.<\/p>\n<h2>Which guitar pedals should I buy first?<\/h2>\n<p>Pedal choice is a highly subjective topic, depending on what styles of music you play, and what types of guitars and amps you use. Almost all rock players start with distortion\/overdrive pedals like an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/ibts808hw.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ibanez Tube Screamer<\/a> or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/bsjb2.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BOSS Angry Driver<\/a>, a reverb pedal, and a delay like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/fe234535000.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fender Mirror Image<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_65692\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-65692\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-65692\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guitar-pedal-buying-guide-stage.jpg\" alt=\"guitar pedal buying guide\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guitar-pedal-buying-guide-stage.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guitar-pedal-buying-guide-stage-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/guitar-pedal-buying-guide-stage-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-65692\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@frankielopez?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Frankie Lopez<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>How much do effects pedals cost?<\/h2>\n<p>Effects pedals can range anywhere from $50 into the thousands for rare\/vintage models. If you want to sample different effects without breaking the bank, brands like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/l\/Musical-Instruments\/Behringer~Effects\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Behringer<\/a> feature a full line of affordable effects pedals. And if you really like a particular effect, you can always upgrade to a pricier make or model.<\/p>\n<h2>Guitar pedal features to keep in mind<\/h2>\n<p>Although stacking up all the effects is tons of fun, there are a few things to remember. The more pedals you have, the more likely you are to have an instrument cable short out and ruin your whole chain, so pay extra careful attention to the amount you have connected. Also, once you\u2019ve lined up more than around six pedals, you may notice some deterioration of sound quality. Most guitar players with multiple pedals arrange them on a specific pedalboard such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/gcgptblpwr.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this one from Gator Cases<\/a>, and power their pedals with a noise-reducing isolated power supply box.<\/p>\n<p>Looking for a new pedal to add to your growing collection? Check out these must-haves:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-65691\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ibts808.jpg\" alt=\"Ibanez TS808 Original Vintage Tube Screamer Pedal\" width=\"491\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ibts808.jpg 491w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ibts808-184x300.jpg 184w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ibts808-31x50.jpg 31w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 491px) 100vw, 491px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/ibts808.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ibanez TS808 Original Vintage Tube Screamer Pedal<\/a>&nbsp;(<span class=\"dynamic-data\" data-type=\"price\" data-sku=\"IBTS808\"><\/span>)<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"tn-read-more\" href=\"http:\/\/www.adorama.com\/ibts808.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Known as the \u201cHoly Grail of Tube screamers,\u201d this Ibanez pedal deserves a spot in your rotation.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-65697\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/besf300.jpg\" alt=\"Behringer Super Fuzz SF300 3-Mode Distortion Effects Pedal\" width=\"478\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/besf300.jpg 478w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/besf300-179x300.jpg 179w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/besf300-30x50.jpg 30w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 478px) 100vw, 478px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/besf300.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Behringer Super Fuzz SF300 3-Mode Distortion Effects Pedal<\/a>&nbsp;(<span class=\"dynamic-data\" data-type=\"price\" data-sku=\"BESF300\"><\/span>)<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"tn-read-more\" href=\"http:\/\/www.adorama.com\/besf300.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Enjoy killer fuzz effects without breaking the bank when you pick up this Behringer model.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-65690\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/tce996012005.jpg\" alt=\"TC Electronic VoiceTone H1 Harmony Creation Floor Pedal\" width=\"800\" height=\"669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/tce996012005.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/tce996012005-300x251.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/tce996012005-50x42.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/tce996012005.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TC Electronic VoiceTone H1 Harmony Creation Floor Pedal<\/a> (<span class=\"dynamic-data\" data-type=\"price\" data-sku=\"TCE996012005\"><\/span>)<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"tn-read-more\" href=\"http:\/\/www.adorama.com\/tce996012005.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p>An easy-to-use, affordable vocal harmony processor that provides the natural sounds you want.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-65696\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/bsps6.jpg\" alt=\"Boss Harmonist\" width=\"664\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/bsps6.jpg 664w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/bsps6-249x300.jpg 249w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/bsps6-42x50.jpg 42w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 664px) 100vw, 664px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/bsps6.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Boss Harmonist<\/a>&nbsp;(<span class=\"dynamic-data\" data-type=\"price\" data-sku=\"BSPS6\"><\/span>)<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"tn-read-more\" href=\"http:\/\/www.adorama.com\/bsps6.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This stompbox delivers four effect modes (Harmony, Pitch Shifter, Detune, and S-BEND) in a single, intuitive pedal.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-65695\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/fe234533000.jpg\" alt=\"Fender Santa Ana Overdrive Pedal\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/fe234533000.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/fe234533000-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/fe234533000-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/fe234533000-256x256.jpg 256w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/fe234533000-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/fe234533000.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fender Santa Ana Overdrive Pedal<\/a> (<span class=\"dynamic-data\" data-type=\"price\" data-sku=\"FE234533000\"><\/span>)<\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"tn-read-more\" href=\"http:\/\/www.adorama.com\/fe234533000.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buy Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Whether you want thin or thick overdrive sounds, this is a versatile, expert-crafted pedal from Fender.<\/p>\n<p><em>Feature photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@kellysikkema?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Kelly Sikkema<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you plug your electric guitar directly into an amp for the first time and start playing, you may think to yourself, \u201cWhere is the crunchy rock-styled distortion? The shimmering reverb?\u201d To get the most out of your electric guitar, you\u2019ll need to invest in separate guitar pedals that shape your sound. 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