Effects
Here you will find useful information that covers a brief history, popular settings, and notable players of popular effects pedals.
A/DA Flanger
The A/DA Flanger, introduced in January 1978 by Analog/Digital Associates (A/DA), is a groundbreaking flanger pedal that set a new standard for modulation effec…
Ampeg Liquifier Analog Chorus
The Ampeg Liquifier Analog Chorus, released in the late 2010s, is a versatile and lush chorus pedal designed for bassists but equally effective for guitar and o…
Ampeg Opto Comp
The Ampeg Opto Comp is an analog optical compressor pedal designed to deliver smooth, vintage-style compression for bass players and other musicians. Released i…
Ampeg Scrambler
The Ampeg Scrambler is a fuzz/octave distortion pedal originally introduced in 1969, marking Ampeg's entry into the effects pedal market. Distinct from other fu…
Analogman King of Tone
The Analogman King of Tone (KoT) is a dual overdrive pedal that has gained legendary status since its introduction in the early 2000s. Designed by Mike Piera (A…
Analogman Prince of Tone
The Analogman Prince of Tone (POT) is a single-channel overdrive pedal introduced as a more accessible alternative to the highly sought-after King of Tone (KoT)…
Arbiter Cry Baby
The Arbiter Cry Baby wah pedal, introduced in the late 1960s, is a lesser-known but significant variation of the iconic Cry Baby wah. Produced by Dallas Arbiter…
Arbiter Fuzz Face
The Arbiter Fuzz Face is one of the most iconic guitar effects pedals, known for its distinctive circular design and its role in shaping the sound of classic ro…
Arion SCH-Z Stereo Chorus
The Arion SCH-Z Stereo Chorus, introduced as the successor to the SCH-1 in the 1990s, is a highly regarded chorus pedal known for its lush, warm tones and affor…
Ashly CLX-52
The Ashly CLX-52 is a dual-channel compressor/limiter introduced by Ashly Audio, designed for professional audio applications. Known for its "infinite soft-knee…
Binson Echorec
The Binson Echorec, introduced in the 1950s by Italian engineer Dr. Bonfiglio Bini and his company Binson HiFi, is a legendary analog delay unit that revolution…
Boss AC-2 Acoustic Simulator
The Boss AC-2 Acoustic Simulator, released in 1997, was designed to transform the sound of an electric guitar into that of an acoustic guitar. As one of the fir…
Boss BD-2 Blues Driver
The Boss BD-2 Blues Driver, introduced in 1995, is a highly regarded overdrive pedal known for its tube amp-like dynamics and warm, expressive tone. Designed to…
Boss CE-1 Chorus Ensemble
The Boss CE-1 Chorus Ensemble, released in June 1976, was the first-ever chorus pedal and a groundbreaking innovation in effects pedal history. Derived from the…
Boss CE-2 Chorus
The Boss CE-2 Chorus, released in 1979, is a legendary analog chorus pedal that built on the success of the larger Boss CE-1. Designed to deliver lush, modulate…
Boss CS-1 Compression Sustainer
The Boss CS-1 Compression Sustainer, released in 1978, was Boss's first compact compressor pedal and a pioneer in their now-famous line of effects. Produced unt…
Boss DD-3 Digital Delay
The Boss DD-3 Digital Delay, introduced in 1986, is one of the most enduring and iconic delay pedals in music history. It was developed as a cost-effective succ…
Boss DM-2 Analog Delay
The Boss DM-2 Analog Delay, introduced in 1981, is a legendary compact pedal that revolutionized delay effects with its warm, bucket-brigade device (BBD) circui…
Boss DS-1 Distortion
The Boss DS-1 Distortion, introduced in 1978, is one of the most iconic and widely used distortion pedals in history. Designed by Boss engineers as their first…
Boss FZ-2 Hyper Fuzz
The Boss FZ-2 Hyper Fuzz, released in 1993, is a cult-classic fuzz pedal inspired by the Univox Super-Fuzz from the late 1960s. It features three modes: Fuzz I,…
Boss GE-7 Equalizer
The Boss GE-7 Equalizer is a seven-band graphic EQ pedal that can correct problem frequencies, reshape another pedal or amplifier, and provide a focused level b…
Boss HM-2 Heavy Metal Distortion
The Boss HM-2 Heavy Metal Distortion, introduced in 1983 and discontinued in 1991, is a legendary pedal known for its aggressive "chainsaw" tone. Originally des…
Boss MT-2 Metal Zone
The Boss MT-2 Metal Zone, introduced in 1991, is one of the most iconic and divisive distortion pedals in music history. Designed to cater to the burgeoning dea…
Boss OC-2 Octaver
The Boss OC-2 Octaver, introduced in 1982, is a legendary analog octave pedal that became a staple for guitarists and bassists alike. It was the first compact p…
Boss PN-2 Tremolo/Pan
The Boss PN-2 Tremolo/Pan pedal, produced from 1990 to 1995, is a stereo tremolo and panning effect that has since become a cult classic. It was the first and o…
Boss RV-6 Reverb
The Boss RV-6 Reverb, introduced in 2015, is a compact and versatile pedal that combines studio-quality reverb algorithms with user-friendly controls. Designed…
Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive
The Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive, introduced in 1981, is one of the most enduring and widely used overdrive pedals in history. Building on the success of the OD-1…
Boss VB-2 Vibrato
The Boss VB-2 Vibrato, released in 1982, is a legendary pitch modulation pedal that was ahead of its time. Designed to create rich, analog vibrato effects, the…
Carvin VLD1 Legacy Drive
The Carvin VLD1 Legacy Drive, introduced in 2017, is a tube-driven preamp pedal designed to replicate the iconic tones of Steve Vai's Carvin Legacy amplifiers.…
Chandler Tube Driver
The Chandler Tube Driver, originally designed by B.K. Butler in 1975, is a legendary tube-based overdrive pedal celebrated for its warm, amp-like tones. Initial…
Colorsound Overdriver
The Colorsound Overdriver, introduced in 1971 by Sola Sound, is a legendary overdrive and boost pedal that evolved from the earlier Colorsound Power Boost. Desi…
Colorsound Wah-Fuzz
The Colorsound Wah-Fuzz, introduced in the early 1970s by Sola Sound under the Colorsound brand, is a vintage multi-effect pedal that combines a wah-wah filter…
Dallas Rangemaster Treble Booster
The Dallas Rangemaster Treble Booster, introduced in 1965 by Dallas Musical Ltd. in London, is one of the most iconic guitar effects units in history. Designed…
Darkglass Electronics Microtubes B7K Ultra
The Darkglass Electronics Microtubes B7K Ultra, introduced in 2016, is an advanced bass preamp and overdrive pedal designed as an upgrade to the original B7K. C…
DigiTech Whammy
The DigiTech Whammy, first released in 1989, is one of the most iconic and innovative pitch-shifting pedals in music history. It was the first mass-market digit…
DOD OD-250
The DOD Overdrive Preamp 250, first introduced in 1974, is a legendary overdrive pedal that helped define the early era of guitar effects. Designed by David Ore…
Dunlop Cry Baby 105Q Bass Wah
The Dunlop Cry Baby 105Q Bass Wah, introduced in 1999, is the first wah pedal designed specifically for bass players. Unlike traditional wah pedals, which often…
Dunlop Cry Baby Fasel Model 310
The Dunlop Cry Baby Fasel Model 310, introduced in the early 1970s, is a vintage wah pedal renowned for its use of the red Fasel inductor, which gave it a warm,…
Dunlop Cry Baby Super Wah
The Dunlop Cry Baby Super Wah, also known as the Mister Crybaby Super Volume (EW-95V), is a unique variation of the Cry Baby wah pedal that combines traditional…
EarthQuaker Devices Life
The EarthQuaker Devices Sunn Life Pedal, first introduced in 2019, is a collaborative effort between EarthQuaker Devices and experimental drone metal band Sunn.…
EarthQuaker Devices Plumes
The EarthQuaker Devices Plumes, introduced in 2019, is a modern take on the classic Tube Screamer circuit, designed to provide enhanced clarity, versatility, an…
Electro-Harmonix BASS9 Bass Machine
The Electro-Harmonix BASS9 Bass Machine, introduced in 2019, is a polyphonic pedal designed to transform a guitar signal into nine distinct bass emulations with…
Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi
The Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi, first introduced in 1969, is one of the most iconic fuzz and distortion pedals in music history. Designed by Mike Matthews and…
Electro-Harmonix Deluxe Electric Mistress
The Electro-Harmonix Deluxe Electric Mistress (often abbreviated as Deluxe EM) is a classic analog flanger pedal introduced in 1978. Designed by Howard Davis as…
Electro-Harmonix Deluxe Memory Man
The Electro-Harmonix Deluxe Memory Man, introduced in 1980, is one of the most iconic analog delay pedals in music history. Building on the success of the origi…
Electro-Harmonix Small Clone
The Electro-Harmonix Small Clone, introduced in 1979, is a legendary analog chorus pedal celebrated for its lush, warm tones and simple design. Built with a buc…
Electro-Harmonix Small Stone
The Electro-Harmonix Small Stone, introduced in 1974, is a legendary analog phaser pedal that has become a classic for its lush, swirling modulation effects. De…
Euthymia ICBM
The Euthymia ICBM is a boutique fuzz/distortion pedal introduced in 2005 by Erik Miller of Euthymia Electronics. It is a faithful recreation of the Electro-Harm…
Eventide H3000 Ultra-Harmonizer
The Eventide H3000 Ultra-Harmonizer, released in 1987, is one of the most iconic digital multi-effects processors in music history. It was a groundbreaking adva…
Fender Vibratone
The Fender Vibratone, produced from 1967 to 1972, is a rotary speaker cabinet designed to emulate the swirling, Doppler-based effects of a Leslie speaker in a m…
Fulltone OCD
The Fulltone OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Drive), introduced in 2004, is one of the most iconic boutique overdrive pedals, celebrated for its ability to emulate th…
Hermida Zendrive
The Hermida Audio Zendrive, introduced in 2004 by Alfonso Hermida, is one of the most revered boutique overdrive pedals, known for its smooth, touch-sensitive t…
Horizon Devices Precision Drive
The Horizon Devices Precision Drive, introduced in 2016, is a modern overdrive pedal designed specifically for tight, articulate metal tones. Developed by Misha…
Ibanez FP-777 Flying Pan
The Ibanez FP-777 Flying Pan, produced from 1976 to 1978 and reissued in 2007, is a rare and innovative analog phaser/panner pedal that has achieved cult status…
Ibanez TS808 Tube Screamer
The Ibanez TS808 Tube Screamer, released in 1979, is one of the most iconic overdrive pedals in guitar history. Designed by Susumu Tamura and manufactured by Ma…
Jordan Boss Tone
The Jordan Boss Tone is a compact and innovative fuzz pedal introduced in 1967 by Jordan Electronics. It was part of the Jordan Junior line, which also included…
Keeley Compressor Plus
The Keeley Compressor Plus is a compact compressor, sustainer, and clean boost that adds Blend and Tone controls to Keeley's established compressor design, maki…
Klon Centaur
The Klon Centaur, introduced in 1994 by Bill Finnegan, is one of the most influential and sought-after guitar pedals in history. Designed over four years with a…
Korg A3
The Korg A3, released in the late 1980s, is a rack-mounted digital multi-effects processor that became a cult classic for its rich, era-defining tones and versa…
Korg X-911 Guitar Synth
The Korg X-911 Guitar Synth, released in 1980, is a unique monophonic synthesizer designed to work directly with a standard guitar signal, eliminating the need…
Benadrian Kowloon Walled Bunny (KWB) Distortion
The Benadrian Kowloon Walled Bunny (KWB) Distortion is a boutique pedal designed by Ben Adrian in collaboration with Scott Evans of the band Kowloon Walled City…
Leslie 122
The Leslie 122 rotary speaker, introduced in 1948, is one of the most iconic models in the Leslie speaker lineup, renowned for its warm, swirling sound. Designe…
Leslie 145
The Leslie 145, introduced in the 1960s, is one of the most iconic rotary speaker cabinets in music history. Designed as a smaller, more portable version of the…
Lightfoot Labs Goatkeeper
The Lightfoot Labs Goatkeeper, first introduced in the early 2000s, is a highly innovative tremolo pedal that combines an analog signal path with digital contro…
Maestro Bass Brassmaster
The Maestro Bass Brassmaster (BB-1), released in 1972, is a legendary bass fuzz pedal that combined a unique octave-up fuzz circuit with the ability to blend th…
Maestro Boomerang Wah
The Maestro Boomerang Wah, introduced in 1967, is a vintage pedal that combined wah and volume functions, making it one of the earliest multi-functional effects…
Maestro Echoplex EP-1
The Maestro Echoplex EP-1, introduced in 1959, is widely regarded as the first tape delay unit to set the standard for the effect in the 1960s. Designed by Mike…
Maestro Echoplex EP-3
The Maestro Echoplex EP-3, introduced in 1970, is one of the most iconic tape delay units in music history. It was the first solid-state version of the Echoplex…
Maestro Fuzz Tone
The Maestro Fuzz-Tone, first introduced in 1962 by Gibson's Maestro brand, is widely regarded as the first commercially available fuzz pedal, revolutionizing th…
MAXON SD9 Sonic Distortion
The Maxon SD9 Sonic Distortion, released in 1983 as part of Maxon's 9-Series pedals, is a high-gain distortion pedal known for its aggressive tone and versatili…
Moog Moogerfooger MF-105 MuRF
The Moog Moogerfooger MF-105 MuRF (Multiple Resonance Filter Array), introduced in 2004, is a groundbreaking effects processor that combines elements of a graph…
Musitronics Mu-Tron III
The Musitronics Mu-Tron III, introduced in 1972, is a legendary envelope filter widely regarded as the first of its kind and a cornerstone of funk and experimen…
Musitronics Mu-Tron Bi-Phase
The Musitronics Mu-Tron Bi-Phase, released in 1974, is one of the most sophisticated and iconic analog phaser pedals ever created. Designed by Aaron Newman and…
MXR 10-Band Graphic EQ
The MXR 10-Band Graphic EQ, first introduced in the late 1970s and continually refined over the decades, is a versatile equalizer pedal designed for precise ton…
MXR 117 Flanger
The MXR 117 Flanger, first released in 1978, is a classic modulation pedal known for its rich, dynamic flanging effects. Designed with a high-headroom analog ci…
MXR Carbon Copy Analog Delay
The MXR Carbon Copy Analog Delay, introduced in 2008, is one of the most popular and enduring delay pedals in modern music. Known for its warm, bucket-brigade a…
MXR Dyna Comp
The MXR Dyna Comp, introduced in 1972, is one of the most iconic compression pedals in music history. Designed by MXR Innovations, it was part of the company's…
MXR Phase 90
The MXR Phase 90, introduced in 1974, is one of the most iconic phaser pedals in music history. Developed by MXR co-founders Keith Barr and Terry Sherwood, it w…
Nobels ODR-1
The Nobels ODR-1 Natural Overdrive, introduced in 1992, is a German-designed overdrive pedal celebrated for its transparent and amp-like tone. Created by Bernha…
Noble Bass Preamp DI
The Noble Bass Preamp DI, handmade by Jack Roan in California, has become one of the most revered tools for bass players since its introduction in the early 201…
Paul Cochrane Timmy Overdrive
The Paul Cochrane Timmy Overdrive, introduced in 2004, is a highly influential boutique overdrive pedal designed to provide transparent, low-compression overdri…
Pro Co Rat
The Pro Co Rat, introduced in 1979, is one of the most iconic distortion pedals in guitar history. Designed by Scott Burnham and Steve Kiraly in Pro Co's Kalama…
RMC Real McCoy 1
The RMC Real McCoy 1 (RMC1), released in 1998, is a hand-built wah pedal designed by Geoffrey Teese, founder of Real McCoy Custom. It was created in response to…
Roland Dimension D
The Roland Dimension D (SDD-320), released in 1979, is a legendary rack-mounted stereo chorus unit renowned for its subtle yet highly effective spatial and ster…
Roland GR-700 Guitar Synth
The Roland GR-700 Guitar Synth, released in 1984, was a groundbreaking analog guitar synthesizer that expanded the capabilities of guitarists by blending tradit…
Roland Jet Phaser AP-7
The Roland Jet Phaser AP-7, introduced in 1975, is a legendary effects pedal that combines a high-gain fuzz circuit with an eight-stage phaser, creating a uniqu…
Roland RE-101 Space Echo
The Roland RE-101 Space Echo, released in 1974, is a classic tape delay unit that helped establish Roland's reputation for innovative effects. Designed as a mor…
Roland RE-201 Space Echo
The Roland RE-201 Space Echo, introduced in 1974, is one of the most iconic tape delay units ever created. Designed by Roland Corporation under the leadership o…
Shin-ei Uni-Vibe
The Shin-ei Uni-Vibe, introduced in 1968, is one of the most iconic and influential guitar effects pedals ever created. Designed by Fumio Mieda and initially re…
Song Bird/Dytronics Tri-Stereo Chorus
The Song Bird/Dytronics Tri-Stereo Chorus, originally introduced in the early 1980s, is a legendary rack-mounted analog chorus unit renowned for its lush, three…
Strymon BigSky
The Strymon BigSky is a programmable stereo reverb pedal whose twelve algorithms, deep editing, and performance-ready preset system helped define the sound and…
Strymon TimeLine
The Strymon TimeLine is a programmable stereo delay pedal with twelve delay machines, extensive MIDI control, and enough range to cover clean digital repeats, t…
Subdecay Harmonic Antagonizer
The Subdecay Harmonic Antagonizer is a unique fuzz and oscillator pedal that blends traditional fuzz tones with chaotic, glitchy oscillations. Released in the m…
TC Electronic 2290 Dynamic Digital Delay
The TC Electronic 2290 Dynamic Digital Delay, released in 1986, is one of the most iconic rack-mounted delay units in music history. Designed to deliver pristin…
TC Electronic Ditto Looper
The TC Electronic Ditto Looper is a compact one-switch looper that became popular by reducing looping to its essential commands: record, play, overdub, undo, st…
Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI
The Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI, introduced in 1992, is a revolutionary bass preamp and DI box that has become a staple for bassists worldwide. Designed by A…
Teletronix LA-2A
The Teletronix LA-2A, introduced in 1962 by Jim Lawrence, is one of the most iconic and enduring audio compressors in history. Originally designed to automate v…
Tycobrahe Octavia
The Tycobrahe Octavia is a legendary octave fuzz pedal that emerged in the 1970s, closely tied to the work of Jimi Hendrix and his sound technician, Roger Mayer…
Vox Tone Bender
The Vox Tone Bender, introduced in the mid-1960s, is a landmark fuzz pedal that played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of rock music. It was developed as pa…
Vox V846 Wah-Wah
The Vox V846 Wah-Wah pedal, introduced in 1967, is one of the most iconic wah pedals in music history. It succeeded the Clyde McCoy Wah and became a refined ver…
Vox V847 Wah-Wah
The Vox V847 Wah-Wah pedal, introduced in 1994, is a modern iteration of Vox's legendary wah pedal lineage, which began with the Clyde McCoy and V846 models in…
Way Huge Red Llama
The Way Huge Red Llama Overdrive, introduced in 1992 by Jeorge Tripps, was one of the first boutique overdrive pedals and remains a celebrated classic. Inspired…
Wounded Paw Battering Ram
The Wounded Paw Battering Ram is a versatile overdrive and fuzz pedal designed for use with guitar, bass, or other instruments. First introduced by Wounded Paw…
Xotic EP Booster
The Xotic EP Booster is a compact and highly versatile boost pedal inspired by the preamp circuit of the legendary Maestro Echoplex EP-3, a tape delay unit famo…
Xotic SP Compressor
The Xotic SP Compressor, released in the 2010s, is a compact and versatile compression pedal that has become a favorite among guitarists and bassists for its hi…
Z.Vex Fuzz Factory
The Z.Vex Fuzz Factory, introduced in the mid-1990s, is a groundbreaking fuzz pedal designed by Zachary Vex of Z.Vex Effects. It quickly became a cornerstone of…