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Soldered vs Solderless patch cables - Which is better?
September 7, 2021 Benjamin Shaw

Soldered vs Solderless patch cables - Which is better?

This post explores the topic of Soldered vs Solderless patch leads for pedalboard building. We detail different types of solderless patch cables, how they compare to soldered patch cable, and three different scenarios explaining which cable is preferred depending on how you use your pedalboard.
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  • Lofi Pedals and Electro Nostalgia: Why Do We Love It So?
    March 9, 2022 Benjamin Shaw

    Lofi Pedals and Electro Nostalgia: Why Do We Love It So?

    ...How is it, that something, which in the moment was a nuisance and source of frustration, now is loaded with reverie and fondness when we recall it.  There has been a growing trend over the last decade, and that trend is the sound of nostalgic media.  Think worn out, malfunctioning, old timey, audio equipment of yesteryear, fraught with vinyl warble, tape crinkle, hiss and white noise... it's a lo-fi revolution.

     

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  • Are We Living In The Golden Age OF Pedals?
    September 7, 2021 Benjamin Shaw

    Are We Living In The Golden Age OF Pedals?

    Has the best overdrive been made?  Will a new octave fuzz be released soon that will eclipse all others?  Has the crafting of digital reverb algorithms reached the apex?  Will another 60’s spec Strat or Offset homage be built and steal our hearts?  Have amp & cab sims really caught up with the real thing?  Are we living in The Golden Age OF Pedals?
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  • Soldered vs Solderless patch cables - Which is better?
    September 7, 2021 Benjamin Shaw

    Soldered vs Solderless patch cables - Which is better?

    This post explores the topic of Soldered vs Solderless patch leads for pedalboard building. We detail different types of solderless patch cables, how they compare to soldered patch cable, and three different scenarios explaining which cable is preferred depending on how you use your pedalboard.
    Read now
  • Pedal Empire's "Pedals Of The Year" for 2020!! - Pedal Empire
    January 20, 2021 Matt Harris

    Pedal Empire's "Pedals Of The Year" for 2020!!

    Here are our favourite releases for 2020! There were so many great pedals but the ones we chose really stood out both in innovation and sound with really great ideas and amazing sounds and creativity. We loved making these videos...

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  • 2016 THE YEAR OF THE DELAY - SERIES INTRODUCTION - Pedal Empire
    May 25, 2016 Ben Shaw

    2016 THE YEAR OF THE DELAY - SERIES INTRODUCTION

    Introduction to a series exploring the plethora of delays announced this year, understanding the mechanics behind the classic devices these are based on and diving headfirst into the groundbreaking features onboard the pedals 2016 has to offer.

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  • EARTHQUAKER DEVICES – BIT COMMANDER - Pedal Empire
    April 20, 2016 Mitchell Van Homrigh

    EARTHQUAKER DEVICES – BIT COMMANDER

    This jam - packed analog, monophonic guitar synthesizer will get you groovin’ no matter what your style is..

    The Bit Commander does not see any of the shortcomings of synth pedals; it’s tracking is extremely fast and receptive. This allows the player to continue their single note runs and all of your soloing skills. It has the added features of an octave up fuzz and a square wave distortion...

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