Zoom G3 – The Digital Interface We could discuss the cost of many pedals vs. the equivalent packed into the Zoom G3, but it seems commonplace now. At one time, manufacturers would jam as many sounds as they could think of into a new multi effects pedal, but half of them (or more), would be [...]
Things are changing fast in the world of the multi effects pedal!! The latest addition to the great Digitech multi effects series now includes the Digitech iPB-10 integrated with the ipad. When I first saw this pedal, I have to admit I was a bit blown away. We’ve all seen the iRig, and all the great [...]
Line 6 Pod HD - High Definition Sound In the same desktop multi effects pedal family as the Pod X3, Pod 2.0 and Pocket Pod, the Line 6 Pod HD brings the sound to the next level. As Line 6 says, the HD line of effects contain 10 times the amp DNA of their predecessors. With [...]
The Rocktron Utopia G300 is the largest, and most feature packed multi effects pedal in the Utopia family (G-100, G200 and G-300). This multi effects pedal features 64 factory presets, 64 user presets with 4 useable channels for creating your own sound. The addition of a 4 band EQ allows you lots of versatility to [...]
Zoom is one of the first multi effects pedal manufacturers to begin producing signature multi effects. The signature series includes pedals by George Lynch, Richie Kotzen, Michael Amott, Kiko Loureiro, and John 5. Also, coming in April/May (according to Zoom) is the Dave Mustaine Signature Multi Effects Pedal.
November 15th, 2011 
steveg We could discuss the cost of many pedals vs. the equivalent packed into the Zoom G3, but it seems commonplace now. At one time, manufacturers would jam as many sounds as they could think of into a new multi effects pedal, but half of them (or more), would be crap, and you would never use them again.
July 23rd, 2011 steveg Things are changing fast in the world of the multi effects pedal!! The latest addition to the great Digitech multi effects series now includes the Digitech iPB-10
When I first saw this pedal, I have to admit I was a bit blown away. We’ve all seen the iRig
June 8th, 2011 steveg In the same desktop multi effects pedal family as the Pod X3, Pod 2.0 and Pocket Pod, the Line 6 Pod HD
brings the sound to the next level. As Line 6 says, the HD line of effects contain 10 times the amp DNA of their predecessors.
With 22 HD amp models and 100 plus M Class effects, for a small chasis that you can fit in your carry-on, the Line 6 Pod HD gives alot of bang for the buck. These are basically the same sounds you get with the Floor Pod Plus and Pod X3 Pro, so for that alone its a good deal. Read more »
May 22nd, 2011 steveg As one of the leaders in phrasing, or looping pedals, Digitech’s answer to the compact looper market is the JamMan Solo Looper.
Despite its small size, the Solo loop pedal can store up to 35 minutes of CD quality loops, which is more than enough for most guitarists who are looking for a loop pedal for home use. With the addition of an optional SDHC card, you can expand the memory of this unit to up to 16 hours of recording time! Read more »
March 14th, 2011 steveg The Rocktron Utopia G300 is the largest, and most feature packed multi effects pedal in the Utopia family (G-100, G200 and G-300).
This multi effects pedal features 64 factory presets, 64 user presets with 4 useable channels for creating your own sound. The addition of a 4 band EQ allows you lots of versatility to massage those tones. Read more »
March 11th, 2011 steveg Zoom is one of the first multi effects pedal manufacturers to begin producing signature multi effects. The signature series includes pedals by George Lynch, Richie Kotzen, Michael Amott, Kiko Loureiro, and John 5. Also, coming in April/May (according to Zoom) is the Dave Mustaine Signature Multi Effects Pedal. Read more »
March 3rd, 2011 steveg The Boss eBand JS-8 isn’t your standard “Multi Effects Pedal”, but very cool regardless. This is an idea that show’s Boss is really thinking about everyone, from the bedroom guitarist to the stage-hardened pro.
Some of the greatest features of this unit that set it apart from others are its ability to load music files and change the tempo and pitch to help learn new riffs and tunes, record your own tunes with a function to separate vocals from the guitar, and built in backing tracks.
March 1st, 2011 steveg The Digitech RP1000 multi effects pedal is packed with over 160 effects and 200 presets providing you with an amazing set of tones. With an integrated effects switching system, no longer will you have to do the pedal tap dance—just select your preset and your tone is engaged, just the way you like it.
The Digitech RP1000 features a built-in phrase looper with 20 seconds of recording time. Its most original function is the ability to route external effects pedals through it using the stompbox loop. This is great if you just cant live without your Tube Screamer, or RAT
Have you ever notice that some effects sound far better (or worse) after being positioned before or after the pre-amp? Digitech obviously noticed this too when they built the RP1000 and created the capability to split the amps preamp and power stages, allowing you to place effects before or after the preamp – wherever they sound best. Read more »
February 28th, 2011 steveg Like they always say, you get what you pay for. Except with a multi effects pedal, you get more.
Just saying “multi effects pedal” a few years ago would have got you thrown out of most bands, but oh, how times have changed. My first guitar multi effects pedal was the Zoom 505. Honestly, it was a piece of hissing, digital crap, but it made me realize the potential that lay there within its cheap, semi-transparent blue housing. Read more »
February 28th, 2011 steveg The Line 6 Pod HD500 represents a huge leap forward for amp modeling. It is the sole multi effects pedal that boasts 16 brand-new, state-of-the-art Line 6 HD amp styles, 100 contemporary and vintage-styled M-class effects, and a comprehensive digital and analog I/O.
The latest interface created for the Line 6 Pod HD500 is a guitar player’s dream come true. The display shows a series of easily identifiable icons laid out in a signal path just like a real-world amp and effects rig. Spin a knob and choose an amp model, which loads together with the relevant speakers and cab. Don’t like them? Rotate the knob and test all of them until you discover the one you like. Add your effects at any place in the signal path—before or after. Don’t like it there? Hit the “Move” button and place it somewhere else, as you would in reality.
