MusicRadar Verdict
A classic pedal that's too easily dismissed.
Pros
- +
Limitless phase options in the palm of your... erm... mouth.
Cons
- -
Can only be used through a PA.
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A talkbox might seem like a needless extravagance to you. An over-priced relic of days gone by that will make your guitar sound like its stuck down a drain.
Well, yeah, it's expensive, but like the MXR Variphase variable phaser, it's the sort of luxury item that's well worth shopping around for.
This is a truly inimitable effect. Just consider classic tracks like Kickstart My Heart, Sweet Emotion or Living On A Prayer - the Talk Box was conversant with all of them.
Sadly, you'll need to play through a PA to use it, but if you do, you'll find an excuse to make the most of it whenever you can.
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