How to Properly Order your Effects Pedals
Written by admin on March 3, 2009 – 6:43 pm -When you begin using multiple effects pedals in a series like, distortion pedals, chorus effects and phase effects, it is important to follow a few simple guidelines when determining what order these pedals should be placed in. Improperly ordering your effects chain or pedal board can result in poor tones and unwanted noise. Remember, these pedals are actually altering the signal of your guitar, so when placed in a chain, an effects pedal could be processing a signal that has already been altered many times. This is what makes the order of them so vital to your sound. 1st Positions – Chromatic Tuner / EQ I always recommend placing a chromatic tuner (if you have one) , first in your chain. This ensures that the pedal is getting the... more
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