Neural is going to bring its first Quad Cortex-compatible plugin out soon with Archetype: Plini X
The news is a huge plus for the amp and effects modeller – but there's a catch… for now
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Latest FX pedals news
The new Pigtronix Cosmosis ambient reverb pedal has an intriguing Morphing feature
2023 has been a strong year for ambient reverb pedals, and Pigtronix has developed something to stand out from the pack
7 effects pedals that synth players need to try
These are the must-have pedals for tone-shaping and sound design in the synthesis realm
The designer behind the Line 6 Helix reveals the one thing you might not be doing 'right' with your guitar amp modeller
Eric Klein on why what you plug into is so critical to your tone… and how you perceive it
Wampler brings back its Fender-inspired Tweed ’57 and Black ’65 amp-in-a-box drive pedals – for a limited time only
Available direct from Wampler while stocks last, these compact pedals offer two classic flavours of US amp tones
Electro Harmonix unveils the 9 mini Pico effects pedals for its NYC DSP Series – with reworked old favourites and new designs
"It’s the most anticipated and ambitious one I’ve ever undertaken since first opening shop in 1968”
What could the new Headrush Core offer that the multi-effects pedal competition doesn't?
Guitarist/vocalists: you're going to be especially interested in this one
Keeley Electronics launches the Noble Screamer Overdrive and Boost, a four-in-one pedal that offers ODR-1 and TS flavours and lets you mix and match
Maximum flexibility, minimum footprint on the pedalboard, the Noble Screamer is a compact all-analogue stompbox that presents classic drive sounds in a fresh new context
Crazy Tube Circuits wants to take you back to the '80s again with its new Sidekick Jr modulation, delay and reverb combo pedal
Is this new more compact version of the Sidekick a three-way tone ticket to paradise?
Latest FX pedals tuition
Meet 4 unsung hero effects pedals and learn the great ways to use them
Give these effects a chance on your pedalboard and they might be game-changers for your tones
3 top guitar pedal makers on the secrets of truly great gain tone
We asked the experts to share their guitar tone tips - and some common pitfalls to avoid
How to maximise tone and reduce noise on your guitar rig with gain staging
The first step in structuring the correct gain levels from guitar to amplifier
Latest FX pedals reviews
IK Multimedia ToneX Pedal review
- £355
- €399
- $399
The software titan targets live players with a stompbox version of its ToneX capture technology
Warm Audio ODD Box V1 Hard-Clipping Overdrive Pedal review
- £111
- €129
- $119
The Texan company pays tribute to one of the most legendary overdrives ever made
Arturia Rev LX-24 review
- £99
- €99
- $99
The French brand adds a digital classic to its reverb line. We flex the Lex
Universal Audio UAFX Max Preamp & Dual Compressor pedal review review
- £325
- €379
- $349
Taking compression options to the max
Universal Audio UAFX Galaxy '74 Tape Echo & Reverb pedal review
- £325
- €379
- $349
Space-time continuum
Universal Audio UAFX Del-Verb Ambience Companion delay and reverb pedal review
- £325
- €379
- $349
The best of both worlds?
Gurus Echosex 3º Steve Lukather Delay review
- £389
- €449
- $429
The legendary Toto guitarist releases his own signature delay inspired by the legendary Binson Echorec
Harley Benton Double Vision Chorus and Tremolo review
- £70
This dual-function modulation pedal is one bird with two tones
Techivation T-Clarity review
- $29
Offering a different solution to straight-up EQ, maybe this new plugin can help resolve your mid range issues
