Friday, December 30, 2011

Boss ME-70 Guitar Multi-Effects Pedal

Boss ME-70 Guitar Multi-Effects Pedal Review



Boss ME-70 Guitar Multi-Effects Pedal Feature

  • Effect Types - Compressor, T Wah Up, T Wah Down, Slow Gear, Defretter, Solo, Boost, Natural Distortion, Blues Overdrive, Fuzz.
  • Dedicated knobs for each parameter for fast, friendly operation
  • New COSM Preamp section derived from GT-10 and Legend series
  • EZ TONE for quick, easy editing
  • Four footswitches and Expression pedal
It's one thing to have a sprawling pedalboard with every effect pedal you'd ever need, but if one pedal can give you awesome, versatile tone and portability, look no further than the Boss ME-70. Consolidating over 40 great Boss effects into a single floor-based multi-effects unit, the ME-70 pedal has no confusing menus or displays to sift through—it was designed to be just as easy as a collection of stompboxes. Organized into logical groups, these Boss effects are dialed in with dedicated front-panel knobs. All these guitar effects are housed in Boss's distinctive rock-solid, all-metal chassis, and it runs on either AC power or batteries for maximum portability.The EffectsThe Boss ME-70 has 8 different effects groups, and all of them can be used independently or simultaneously. Once you dial up your effect type and customize it on the front panel, you can even save your settings for each effect type.Manual and MemoryThe Boss ME-70 pedal has 2 operating modes: Manual and Memory. In Manual mode the effects function like a floor full of stompboxes, all adjustable on-the-fly. Its 4 dedicated footswitches allow you to turn the essential effects groups on and off. Once you've got your sound perfect, Memory mode lets you save the setup as a patch for later use. You can save up to 36, and the ME-70 comes with 36 presets to get you started. In Memory mode, the 4 main footswitches let you switch patches and banks with ease.


Thursday, December 29, 2011

Digitech XDD DigiDelay Guitar Pedal

Digitech XDD DigiDelay Guitar Pedal Review



Digitech XDD DigiDelay Guitar Pedal Feature

  • Up to 4 seconds of delay
  • 7 different delay types plus Tap Temp
  • Stereo outputs with switchable CIT(TM) Cabinet Modeling
DigiTech 3 - Function Foot Switch


Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Digitech XTF Turbo Flange 7-mode Flanger Guitar Pedal

Digitech XTF Turbo Flange 7-mode Flanger Guitar Pedal Review



Digitech XTF Turbo Flange 7-mode Flanger Guitar Pedal Feature

  • 7 Different flange types
  • Triggering and step capability
  • Stereo outputs with switchable CIT(TM) Cabinet Modeling
Turbo Flange® Stereo Flanger The Turbo Flange™ delivers 7 operational modes, instead of the typical one mode only that you find in some other pedals. These operational modes are easily selectable using the mode control allowing you to choose from a selection of awesome voicing sounds, triggering feature, and useful step functions. Now you are no longer limited to a one-trick pedal. You can dial in the exact phaser or flanger sound you want! The Turbo Flange™ has Speed, Depth, Regen, and Mode controls. Outputs for both pedals include Out 1 (Mono) and Out 2 for stereo operation.


Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Digitech RP155 Guitar Modeling Processor Bundle with 4 Free Cables

Digitech RP155 Guitar Modeling Processor Bundle with 4 Free Cables Review



Digitech RP155 Guitar Modeling Processor Bundle with 4 Free Cables Feature

  • 2 FREE Strukture 6" Patch Cables
  • 2 FREE Strukture 18.6' Instrument Cables
  • 20 Second looper
  • 83 Amps, cabinets, stompboxes and effects
  • 23 Amp/Acoustic Types
The RP155 guitar multi-effect processor gives you 83 amps, cabinets, stompboxes, and effects allowing you to get virtually any sound you want, just like the pros. With USB streaming audio, the RP155 allows you to easily record directly to your computer's DAW with sounds so good people will think that your song was recorded in a major studio. No compromises.


Monday, December 26, 2011

Digitech XHR Hot Rod Rock Distortion Guitar Pedal

Digitech XHR Hot Rod Rock Distortion Guitar Pedal Review



Digitech XHR Hot Rod Rock Distortion Guitar Pedal Feature

  • Rock Distortion morphing
  • Spectral-contouring EQ
  • Normal and CIT(TM) Cabinet Modeling outputs
X-Series® Hot Rod™ Rock Distortion Each distortion stompbox features a huge range of different distortion types that can be morphed into different combinations as you rotate our exclusive Distortion Morph knob. Warp from your favorite stack sound to modern hard rock and everything in between. This gives you a near unlimited supply of combinations. Now, you are no longer stuck with only one distortion type in a pedal. But that’s not all. There are two outputs, one for normal signal out, and one that features advanced cabinet modeling for live and recording direct-to-board applications. And instead of the standard stompbox tone controls, we’ve even incorporated our innovative spectral-contouring EQ, which delivers a far greater tone range than other distortion stompboxes.


Saturday, December 24, 2011

Digitech XBS Bass Multi-Band Compressor Pedal

Digitech XBS Bass Multi-Band Compressor Pedal Review



Digitech XBS Bass Multi-Band Compressor Pedal Feature

  • Level - controls the overall compression level
  • Crossover - selects the frequency at which the signal crosses over from the low band to the high band control. The frequency range runs from 100Hz to 3kHz
  • Low Band - adjusts the amount of low frequency compression plus the output level
  • Dual Outputs. the Amp output is for connecting directly to a bass amplifier. The Mixer output, with CIT(TM) bass cabinet emulation technology, is for connecting directly to a mixing board or headphone preamp
  • The frequency range runs from 100Hz to 3kHz
  • Dual Outputs. the Amp output is for connecting directly to a bass amplifier.
  • Crossover - selects the frequency at which the signal crosses over from the low band to the high band control.
  • The Mixer output, with CIT bass cabinet emulation technology, is for connecting directly to a mixing board or headphone preamp
The Bass Squeeze™ is the result of collaboration between DigiTech® and dbx® to create the world’s finest bass compression pedal. Utilizing award- winning dbx® OverEasy™ technology, the Bass Squeeze™ delivers dual-band compression, creating the most transparent bass compressor found in any stompbox.


Thursday, December 22, 2011

DigiTech RP500 Integrated-Effects Switching System

DigiTech RP500 Integrated-Effects Switching System Review



DigiTech RP500 Integrated-Effects Switching System Feature

  • Effect switching system offers control of individual effect on/off
  • Defeat internal amps with the touch of a single button
  • Over 126 Amps, Cabinets, Stompboxes and Effects
  • 9 Heavy-duty metal switches
  • Built-in Expression pedal
The RP500 guitar multi-effect processor gives you the ability to control program changes, complete signal chains and allows you to turn all amplifier and cabinet sounds off in the exclusive Pedalboard mode. When in Pedalboard mode the RP500 acts like 5 separate stompboxes and effects. Save each combo in a preset for a uniquely switchable pedal setup not found anywhere else but pro rigs.The RP500s stage control allows you to quickly and easily change your tone mid-song and eliminates the tap dance of individual effects while retaining the ability to individual switch on/off the effects. The RP500 is built like a tank from a cast metal chassis to the 9 vacuum-style switches. A large 10 character LED display makes for easy stage use topped by an built-in expression pedal to control wahs, volume, Whammy and other parameters. Your sound is king, the control of your sound is imperative. The RP500 gives you the control to express yourself the way you want No longer will the lack of control stand in the way of your expression.


Wednesday, December 21, 2011

DigiTech RP50 Digital Amp Modeling Effect Unit

DigiTech RP50 Digital Amp Modeling Effect Unit Review



DigiTech RP50 Digital Amp Modeling Effect Unit Feature

  • Realistic amp and cabinet models
  • 11 amp models
  • Cab and acoustic modeling
  • Studio-quality effects
  • Built-in tuner features an arc array of 13 LEDs
The RP50 delivers award-winning amp, cabinet and pick-up modeling, as well as an arsenal of studio-quality effects in compact pedal. It uses DigiTech's AudioDNA DSP chip to ensure that both modeling and effects are world-class, plus 24-bit A/D/A conversion so that no frequency response is lost between inputs and outputs. The RP50 includes a drum machine with 30 patterns and an easy-to-use 13-LED array tuner. Includes power supply. Highlights 20 effects - Use up to 8 effects at a time Effects include: Programmable EQ; Delay (mono and ping pong); Auto Wah; Chorus; Compressor; Flanger; Phaser; Tremolo; Vibrato; Rotary Speaker; Pitch Shift; Whammy; Auto Ya? 11 Classic Amp Models Cabinet, acoustic guitar and pickup models 40 factory and 40 user presets Expression pedal input Stereo output doubles as a headphone jack Chromatic tuner with user friendly LED array


Tuesday, December 20, 2011

DigiTech GSP1101 Guitar Preamp/Processor

DigiTech GSP1101 Guitar Preamp/Processor Review



DigiTech GSP1101 Guitar Preamp/Processor Feature

  • Professional Amp Loop uses the tone of external amp
  • Over 120 Amps, Cabinets, Stompboxes and Effects
  • Intuitive user interface with dedicated amp controls and LCD display
  • Professional balanced XLR outputs
Professionals Asked We Listened "I have absolutely never been this happy about my guitar tone. The GSP1101 possesses all of the great Clean and Overdrive amp tones that I have always wanted for the stage and in the studio. Extremely versatile, yet very easy to quickly find your way around to design all of your dream presets. The results speak very clear with the GSP1101 pre amp and i have a strong feeling that a lot of players will soon agree!" Glen Drover - Megadeth The GSP1101 is the new paradigm in preamp/processors. We looked at the needs of the professional guitarists who already get their core tone with their amps, guitars, and fingers. The pros wanted to do everything from just adding a few effects to their existing tone to creating entirely new sounds with a single rack-mount preamp/processor. One concern they had in common; “Don’t take over my rig like other preamps do.” This required a whole new approach in design. The GSP1101 answers the professional guitarist’s call for “tone preservation” by incorporating the flexibility to be easily integrated into any rig and configured to work the way you want it. DigiTech’s unique Setup Wizard guides you through the steps to optimize the GSP1101 to fit your needs. The GSP1101 not only preserves your tone, but it gives you access to a vast array of over 120 different models, from stompbox overdrives, preamps, and amps, to studio quality effects including luscious Lexicon® reverbs and unique products like DigiTech’s Whammy®. So many sounds, so little time… Don’t sell yourself short or compromise your tone. You’ve got your sound; now get more out of your rig with the GSP1101.


Monday, December 19, 2011

DigiTech RP1000  Integrated-Effects Switching System

DigiTech RP1000  Integrated-Effects Switching System Review



DigiTech RP1000  Integrated-Effects Switching System Feature

  • Controllable amp and stompbox loops use external gear
  • Defeat internal amps with the touch of a single button
  • Over 160 Amps, Cabinets, Stompboxes and Effects
  • 14 Heavy-duty metal switches
  • Built-in Expression pedal
Your sound is king. The control of your sound is imperative. The RP1000 gives you added control to express yourself the way you want – No longer will the lack of control stand in the way of your expression Your rig. The RP1000 integrates into your amp and with your stompboxes, not the other way around. Featuring exclusive Stompbox and Amp loops, the RP1000 doesn’t get in the way of your tone and switches external stompboxes in and out of the signal path like large pro rigs. 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. Your Amp. In conjunction with the external Amp Loop, the RP1000 also features an Amp/Cabinet bypass switch that allows you to turn off the RP1000’s internal amplifiers and cabinets so your amp’s tone stands alone. Simplicity of a Stompbox. Popular on the RP500, the RP1000 also features the Pedalboard option that turns footswitches 6 through 10 into stompbox style effect on/off controls. 100 Different Pedalboards. When the Amp/Cabinet Bypass is used in conjunction with the Pedalboard mode, the RP1000 turns into 100 different pedalboards. You get instant access to both preset changes and stompbox on/off control, truly the best of both worlds. Phrase Looper. The RP1000’s built-in Phrase Looper lets you create on the fly performance loops for practicing, composing, and performing. With 20 seconds of record time and controls for Stop, Play, and Overdub, you can layer different guitar parts and tones seamlessly into cool song ideas or one-man jams. The RP1000 is built like a tank from a cast metal chassis to the 14 heavy-duty switches. A large 10 character LED display makes for easy stage use topped by an built-in expression pedal to control wahs, volume, Whammy™ and other parameters. No matter how you get your tone, the RP1000 works with your gear and gives you the control you need when playing live.


Sunday, December 18, 2011

Digitech XHP Hyper Phase 7-mode Phaser Guitar Pedal

Digitech XHP Hyper Phase 7-mode Phaser Guitar Pedal Review



Digitech XHP Hyper Phase 7-mode Phaser Guitar Pedal Feature

  • 7 different phase types
  • Triggering and step capability
  • Stereo outputs with switchable CIT(TM) Cabinet Modeling
X-Series® Hyper Phase™ Stereo Phaser The Hyper Phase™ delivers 7 operational modes, instead of the typical one mode only that you find in some other pedals. These operational modes are easily selectable using the mode control allowing you to choose from a selection of awesome voicing sounds, triggering feature, and useful step functions. Now you are no longer limited to a one-trick pedal. You can dial in the exact phaser or flanger sound you want! The Hyper Phase™ has Speed, Depth, Regen, and Mode controls. Outputs for both pedals include Out 1 (Mono) and Out 2 for stereo operation.


Saturday, December 17, 2011

Digitech BP90 Bass Mulit Effects Bundle with 4 Free Cables!

Digitech BP90 Bass Mulit Effects Bundle with 4 Free Cables! Review



Digitech BP90 Bass Mulit Effects Bundle with 4 Free Cables! Feature

  • 2 FREE Strukture 6" Patch Cables
  • 2 FREE Strukture 18.6' Instrument Cables
DigiTech® invented multi-effects in 1988 with the DSP-128 and has been the leader ever since. The BP90 is DigiTech's newest induction in our leading line of bass multi-effects. The BP90 features 27 effects, 11 amps, 5 cabinets, and 5 stompboxes. Placing any tone right at your feet, the BP90 features 100 presets locations (50 user and 50 factory).


Thursday, December 15, 2011

Digitech Vocalist Live 3 Vocal Harmony Processor with 4 Free Cables and Power Supply!

Digitech Vocalist Live 3 Vocal Harmony Processor with 4 Free Cables and Power Supply! Review



Digitech Vocalist Live 3 Vocal Harmony Processor with 4 Free Cables and Power Supply! Feature

  • 2 FREE Strukture 20' XLR Mic Cables
  • 2 FREE Strukture 18.6' Instrument Cables
  • 2 voices of fully automatic harmony-just play naturally on your guitar and musIQ technology will ensure that the harmony voices are always musically correct
  • Gender controls for each harmony voice allow you to alter the character of the harmony voices
  • Humanize control to adjust the style of the harmony voices from loose to tight

Let the Digitech Vocalist Live 3 triple your voice with warm, natural sounding harmonies to really connect with an audience and capture their attention. The Live 3 vocal harmony processor automatically follows your vocals and chord progression using patented musIQ technology no matter what you play. Just step on the footswitch while you're playing to fill the room with pitch-perfect backup vocals. This Digitech effect pedal can even have the harmonies sound male or female, and increase their human factor for an organic, realistic sound.

The Digitech Vocalist Live 3 vocal pedal also keeps your song right on target with built-in pitch correction and a variety of useful and intuitive effects like warmth, compression, a noise gate, and a 2-band EQ. Add in reverb, delay, and a built-in tuner, and singers have an indispensable tool that will have you turning heads and inspiring applause like never before.

musIQ is a revolutionary technology that eliminates the need program a song's key or changes to create accurate harmonies. musIQ analyzes your lead vocals as well as the chords and notes played on a guitar in real-time to automatically generate perfect vocal harmonies. Simply plug into the Live 5, play your guitar and sing. The musIQ technology will ensure the harmonies are always right on.


Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Zoom G3 Guitar Multi Effects Pedal and USB Interface

Zoom G3 Guitar Multi Effects Pedal and USB Interface Review



Zoom G3 Guitar Multi Effects Pedal and USB Interface Feature

  • Three large LCD displays and footswitches
  • Amp or stomp box effects can be used in any combination
  • Authentic amp modeling simulates amps, cabinets and mics separately
  • Over 100 built-in DSP effects
  • Create and store up to 100 original tones
The Zoom G3 Guitar Multi Effects Pedal and USB Interface unites the ease of a stompbox pedalboard with the power of a multi effects pedal plus a USB audio interface. The G3 gives complete control over individual effects and amp modeling for modifying your tones on the fly while performing. An onboard drum machine and looper make the G3 an incredible option for guitarists of every level. Most of the G3's comprehensive features stem from its three large LCD displays and corresponding footswitches. Together they form a graphical interface that allows you to utilize and manipulate up to three amp or stomp box effects in any combination at any time. Or use the G3's super-real amplifier modeling and over 100 built-in DSP effects to craft your own sounds. The pedal can store up to 100 original tones without a hitch. Each of the G3's footswitches offer additional functionality when held down. The first engages the Patch function to select your desired modeling units. With the second, activate the Tuner for smooth, real-time response with precise guitar tuning accuracy. The third footswitch provides you with Looper capabilities, including 40 seconds of phrase recording and overdubbing. In addition, the G3 offers an integrated drum machine that turns practice into a jam. The G3 is also a USB audio interface for DAW recording on your computer. The pedal is bundled with Zoom's Edit and Share software so you can easily create new patches and also comes with Steinberg's Sequal LE DAW for all your recording needs. Players will get over 6 hours of operation using four AA batteries, as well as USB bus and AC power. Broaden the dimensions of your performance with the G3 Guitar Effects and Amp Simulator Pedal.


Monday, December 12, 2011

ME25 Multi Effect Pedal

ME25 Multi Effect Pedal Review



ME25 Multi Effect Pedal Feature

  • New super easy operating system Three pedals plus EXP pedal: Memory Up, Down, SoloThree knobs for real time control and editing."Sound Library" organized by type: Clean, Crunch, Rhythm, etc. Ten variations within each typeSeven effects groups: Comp/FX, OD/DS, Preamp, Modulation, Delay, Reverb, Pedal FXPowerful COSM amp models and effects onboard, from classic to contemporarySuper simple user-friendly interfaceSound Library provides extensive collection of ready-to-use tones; simply choose a cate
The affordable new ME-25 is packed with powerful BOSS features to make you sound like a pro, yet its as fun and easy to use as a stompbox. The built-in SOUND LIBRARY gives you instant access to dozens of classic and modern effects. Simply choose a category, select a variation, and play. Customize your sound with simple twists of the Drive, Tone, and Volume knobs. With COSM amp models onboard, plus Super Stack and Phrase Loop, the ME-25 is a dream processor for upstart guitarists who want great sound and ease of use.Powerful COSM amp models onboard, from classic to contemporarySuper simple user-friendly interfaceSOUND LIBRARY provides extensive collection of ready-to-use tones; simply choose a category and select a variationSounds can be instantly edited with the Drive, Tone, and Level knobs and Expression pedalSUPER STACK adds immensely heavy low-end and punchPhrase Loop function with 38 seconds of recording timeFunctions as a USB audio interfaceBuilt-in AUX input for jamming along with external music devices (MP3/CD players, etc.)Runs on six AA batteries or AC adaptorIncludes Cakewalk SONAR 8.5 LE software and dozens of audio loops, rhythms and songs for jamming or practicingFree downloadable Librarian softwareInstant AccessThe sleek, black and white design of the ME-25 makes each button, knob, and pedal easy to see and access. Three footswitches, an Expression pedal, four knobs, nine backlit buttons, and enlarged LED panel provide an uncluttered control panel thats great for any environment even on dark stages.COSM ModelingIts price might imply entry level but the COSM-driven ME-25 is nothing but first class. Exquisite amp models derived from the deluxe ME-70 cover a wide stylistic landscape, from classic to contemporary. The new ULTRA METAL offers screaming hi-gain distortion for all kinds of metal music. Included in the tone palette is SUPER STACK, which, with one press of the dedicated button, makes a small practice amp sound like a monster stack.Customiza...


Sunday, December 11, 2011

DigiTech RP100A Multi Effect Pedal

DigiTech RP100A Multi Effect Pedal Review



DigiTech RP100A Multi Effect Pedal Feature

  • 11 effects at once including: Pickup, Amplifier, and Cabinet/Mic Modeling, Compressor, Wah, and a vast palette of studio
  • quality effects including: Chorus; Flanger; Phaser; Tremolo; Panner; Vibrato; Envelope; Rotary; Auto Ya
The RP100A is the most advanced modeling guitar processor of its kind. DigiTech's proprietary Audio DNA DSP Technology packs the RP100A with more features than have ever been realized in a guitar processor. Features you have come to expect from DigiTech like 11 effects at once including: Pickup, Amplifier, and Cabinet/Mic Modeling, Compressor, Wah, and a vast palette of studio quality effects including: Chorus; Flanger; Phaser; Tremolo; Panner; Vibrato; Envelope; Rotary; Auto Ya?; Whammy?; Pitch; Detune; Ping Pong Analog Delays, and a multitude of Reverbs. Plus 40 artist presets that let you to sound like the pros you love. No wading through menus or cryptic displays while editing presets. With the simple knob and matrix interface, getting great sounds is as easy as twisting a knob! The exclusive Drum Machine will get your timing chops in tip top shape. And if you need expressive control of your sound, just plug in an optional expression pedal and you'll be Wahing and Whammying in a flash.   40 new Artist Presets (120 Total) 11 effects at once 24-bit analog-digital converters Drum Machine Chromatic Tuner Stereo output Alpha-Numeric Display Rugged Metal Chassis Includes power supply Effects Include :   Wah Pickup Modeling Compression Amp Modeling Cabinet Modeling Mic Placement 3-band EQ Noise Gate Auto Swell Chorus Flanger Phaser Tremol Panner Vibrato Rotary Speaker A...


Saturday, December 10, 2011

Digitech XMS Main Squeeze Compressor/Sustainer Guitar Pedal

Digitech XMS Main Squeeze Compressor/Sustainer Guitar Pedal Review



Digitech XMS Main Squeeze Compressor/Sustainer Guitar Pedal Feature

  • dbx® compression technology
  • EQ optimization control
  • Normal and CIT(TM) Cabinet Modeling outputs
  • DBX compression technology
  • Normal and CIT Cabinet Modeling outputs
  • Controls feature Level, Attack, EQ, and Sustain
  • Outputs feature Amp Out, Mixer Out
X-Series® Main Squeeze™ Compressor/Sustainer The Main Squeeze™ compressor/ sustainer pedal avoids those choppy compression release and sustain problems found on other pedals. It does this by incorporating studio-quality dbx® OverEasy™ compression technology that provides near-transparent compression, and delivers long, real-sounding sustain for your guitar. And you no longer have to grit your teeth hoping a ragged release doesn’t suddenly chop up the tail of a sustained note, or have to endure a compression that makes notes sound thin and lifeless. You even get an EQ control so you can perfectly tune your compressed sound, which is especially useful for guitar. Controls feature Level, Attack, EQ, and Sustain. Outputs feature Amp Out, Mixer Out.