7 questions to Timothy Lamb (Dirtywave)

When I met Tim at SUPERBOOTH in Berlin in May 2022, I was still on the waiting list for the Dirtywave M8 tracker and was extremely excited about what to expect in September.
What I got it then, earlier than expected, it just blew my mind and it’s unbelievable how quickly the hours pass when you hold this little marvel in your hands.
The Dirtywave M8 Tracker has long since ceased to be an insider tip, even if it is only produced and offered in small batches. Continue reading “7 questions to Timothy Lamb (Dirtywave)”

Arturia MicroFreak with delay effect pedals

In this video I want to show you how to combine a synthesizer like the Arturia MicroFreak with delay effect pedals for guitars as a little suggestion for sound experiments. This synthesis opens up completely new worlds of sound and can definitely expand the sonical horizon. Have fun trying.

 

Arturia MicroFreak with reverb pedals for guitars

In this second part of my two-part series, I would like to show you how you can combine a synthesizer like the Arturia MicroFreak with reverb effect pedals for guitars as a small suggestion for sound experiments. As already shown in the first part about the combination with delay pedals, this relationship can also open up completely new worlds of sound. Have fun trying.

Roland SP-404MKII with guitar – hands-on workshop

During the breaks in playing, a slight hiss can be heard. This is because I used the compressor of the Roland SP-404MKII, switched off the noise gate to avoid choppy guitar tones and missed to turn up the master volume a bit. With the correct settings, you can reduce the hissing in the periods you are not playing/ recording, which of course can no longer be heard in the finished song. Since I first have to get used to this super extensive device, I’ve already made this mistake for you so that you don’t have to make it yourself 😉

JHS Pedals Packrat – All Sounds

This is a demo of all 9 sounds of the JHS Pedals Packrat accompanied by the comparison of the JHS sound with a original Proco Rat (1986).

Click here for an interview with Josh Scott, the super nice guy behind this pedal.

Meris LVX Modular Delay System – Filter Sounds

It took me a little while to get into the Meris LVX. This modular delay system offers almost unlimited possibilities. In this video, I’ve played around with a few filter options.

Keeley Compressor Plus

If there’s one thing Keeley Electronics is famous for, it’s compressor pedals. I tested the Keeley Compressor Plus and here’s what I came up with.

Demo Video: Eventide H90 Harmonizer vs. Strymon Volante

This is a comparison of two absolutely amazing pedals: The space head algorithm of the Eventide H90 Harmonizer compared to the Strymon Volante.
Both pedals can create multihead delays, have modulation and are perfect for gritty tape sounds.

0:37 darker delay with modulation
1:22 more gain, low cut
2:04 really dark delay
2:57 two tape heads activated
3:56 gritty delay

Eventide H90 Harmonizer

In this video I have checked out the 10 new algorithms of the marvellous Eventide H90 Harmonizer.

All I can say, is that I am speechless! This multi effect pedal blows my mind!

 

NUX NDD-7 Tape Echo Delay

This is a demo of the NUX NDD-7 Tape Echo. Find out more about this compact emulation of the Roland RE-201 Space Echo. The built-in looper offers so many options that you will have to get this digital delay anyway.

1. Tape head 3 – long delay with reverb and wow & flutter Continue reading “NUX NDD-7 Tape Echo Delay”

Review: Donner Wave delay

Wave DelayThe Donner Wave is a digital delay pedal with a delay time from 20 up to 620ms.
It comes in a very compact green aluminium die-cast housing.
Despite its size, the delay provides a nice weight, thus it remains stable on the pedalboard.
The rubber coating on the bottom additionally strengthens this quality. Continue reading “Review: Donner Wave delay”

Donner WAVE delay

This is a demo of the Donner WAVE delay pedal. Check out the sound of this great tiny.

gear: Fender Telecaster, DelayDude Custom Amp, 12“ Celestion Greenback Speaker, Shure SM 57, SM Pro Audio TB 202 Tube Pre-Amp, Cubase.

Review: Donner ONE looper

Donner ONE LooperThe Donner ONE looper comes around in a very robust white aluminum enclosure which is extremely compact. Nevertheless, it provides enough weight for a stable standing on the pedalboard. The rubber coating on the bottom additionally ensures that the ONE will remain on its place. Continue reading “Review: Donner ONE looper”