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Everything you need to know about fuzz, overdrive, distortion and boost pedals
By Dave Hunter published
From subtle tube saturation to unapologetic sonic mayhem, here’s how boosters, fuzzes, overdrives and distortions create their signature guitar sounds

Best looper pedals 2026: my top guitar loop stations for practice and live performance
By Matt McCracken last updated
Check out the top looper pedal choices, including the Boss RC-5, TC Electronic Ditto 2, and the Boss RC-600

Best multi-effects pedals 2026: do-it-all multi-FX for all styles and budgets
By Matt McCracken last updated
Expand your guitar-playing horizons with these multi-fx options from Line 6, Kemper, Neural DSP and more

The mystery fuzz pedal that Jake E. Lee got from Paul Gilbert
By Phil Weller published
The unbranded pedal is strange and unpredictable, and Lee likes it that way

I’ve tracked down 9 professional-grade pedalboard essentials in the Amazon Big Spring Sale that will turn any messy bedroom 'board into a gig-ready rig from just $4.49
By Matt McCracken published
The Amazon Spring Sale just gave guitarists the perfect opportunity to upgrade their pedalboards for less

Signal Chains: A Guide to Guitar Pedal Order
By Alex Lynham last updated
Get your guitar pedals in line with our expert tips

Best pedalboard power supplies 2026: quiet and efficient power for your pedals
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
Say goodbye to unwanted hiss and ground loop hum as we hand-pick the best guitar pedal power supplies for every budget

Best pedalboards 2026: budget-spanning 'boards to help you organize your effects
By Ross Holder last updated
Level up your rig and get the most out of your pedals with ‘boards from the likes of Pedaltrain, Boss, Temple Audio, Friedman, and more
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