Tone & TechniqueArt Of Noise / Journal
Field notes from the workshop.
Practical notes on pedalboards, signal chains, stage rigs and the details that make guitar gear work better in the real world.
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Workshop NewsIntroducing The “StageMaster Bundle”
A closer look at the StageMaster Bundle: a pedalboard-and-case package designed for faster setup, safer transport and a cleaner stage rig.
Tone & TechniqueWah-Wah Pedal: How It Works, History & Playing Techniques
How does a wah-wah pedal work, and where should it go? Explore its 1960s origins, before/after distortion placement and 5 playing techniques.
Tone & TechniqueHow to Build a Killer Pedalboard Signal Chain for a Hard Rock Sound
Build a hard-rock signal chain in eight steps, from tuner and wah through drive, EQ, noise control and ambience, with practical pedal-order…
Pedalboard GuidesPedalboard Setup Guide for Live Performances
A practical live-performance pedalboard checklist covering layout, power, signal flow, cable management and the small setup decisions that prevent problems on stage.
Pedalboard GuidesHow to Choose the Right Pedalboard Layout for Your Setup
Flat, angled or cased? This guide breaks down footprint, ergonomics, power-supply placement, switching access and transport needs so you can choose the…
Pedalboard Guides