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Custom Design Ethos 60’s Harmonic Bias Trem

Designed by Vermont-based CustomTone LLC, the line of Ethos pedals is renowned for its high-end amp-in-a-box designs, particularly their ultra-authentic Dumble-style overdrive and clean tones, some of which currently sell for close to $1000 in the used market. Now, the company is set to release its latest creation: the Ethos…Click on the title for more

Custom Design Ethos 60’s Harmonic Bias Trem

Jam Octaurus Fuzz

Born in (or at least near) the ancient Athenian caves where trapped men saw shadows hinting at greater truths, the Jam Octaurus is an octave-up fuzz pedal designed for versatility and creative exploration across diverse musical genres and applications. Its circuit emphasizes clarity with an apparent octave that remains distinct…Click on the title for more

Jam Octaurus Fuzz

Keeley OAXA Phaser

For players chasing lush, multidimensional movement, the Keeley OAXA Phaser delivers far more than a classic sweep. This isn't just a phaser; it's a dual-engine modulation powerhouse that creates rich, swirling textures by running two independent phasers simultaneously, each with its own LFO for impossibly deep, chorusing-like layers. At its heart,…Click on the title for more

Keeley OAXA Phaser

New Pedal: Nobels MOD-Mini Stereo Multi-Modulation

Proving big tones come in small packages, the Nobels MOD-mini is a stunningly versatile stereo (via TRS jack) modulation pedal. This compact unit packs a powerful sonic punch with three expertly crafted effects: pulsating Tremolo, funky Phaser, and swirly U-Vibe. But the features go far beyond its trio of classic…Click on the title for more

New Pedal: Nobels MOD-Mini Stereo Multi-Modulation

Keeley Manis Overdrive (Klon Evolution)

The Keeley Manis Overdrive is a modern evolution of the Klon-style circuit, with its softer, tube-like response with reduced high-end harshness. Featuring the classic 3-knob controls of the original (Tone, Drive, Level) the Manis offers more tonal options through a combination of switchable germanium diodes (for a sound closer to…Click on the title for more

Keeley Manis Overdrive (Klon Evolution)

Win 2 Stereo Old Blood Noise Reverbs!

Calling all ambient architects and sonic explorers!Click on the title for more

Win 2 Stereo Old Blood Noise Reverbs!

Old Blood Noise Bathing Liminal Delay

The Old Blood Noise Bathing Liminal Delay from is not just another delay pedal—it’s a sonic exploration tool that defies traditional categorization. Combining delay, phaser, and reverb-like textures, it creates an immersive, ever-shifting soundscape that exists in a liminal space—somewhere between familiar effects and something entirely new. The term "liminal"…Click on the title for more

Old Blood Noise Bathing Liminal Delay

New Pedal: Electro-Harmonix Pico Swello

The Electro-Harmonix Pico Swello brings one of the most musical features of the classic POG2 - its polyphonic attack envelope - into a mini, standalone pedal. Unlike standard volume swells that affect the entire signal, the Swello applies an independent attack envelope to each individual note within a chord, creating…Click on the title for more

New Pedal: Electro-Harmonix Pico Swello

BOSS Poly Shifter XS-1

The BOSS Poly Shifter represents a significant leap in polyphonic pitch-shifting technology, offering glitch-free, ultra-fast tracking across a wide range of up to ±7 semitones or ±3 octaves. Powered by advanced proprietary algorithms and 24-bit Adaptive Focus conversion, the XS-1 maintains the natural character and attack of your instrument while…Click on the title for more

BOSS Poly Shifter XS-1

Electro-Harmonics Bender Royale Fuzz

The Electro-Harmonics Bender Royale is an advanced version of the classic three-transistor germanium fuzz circuit, inspired by the famous MkIII Tone Bender design. This modern fuzz pedal combines vintage authenticity with contemporary features, offering the sought-after germanium fuzz sound that influenced numerous iconic recordings. The Bender Royale features go beyond…Click on the title for more

Electro-Harmonics Bender Royale Fuzz

New Pedal: Silktone Expander Preamp Fuzz

The Silktone Expander reimagines the classic dirt pedal as a dynamic tone-enhancing engine. Far from a one-trick distortion, it functions as an "always-on" harmonic foundation, thickening your core sound with rich texture and amp-like responsiveness before you even engage a drive channel. Its sophisticated circuit is a nod to vintage…Click on the title for more

New Pedal: Silktone Expander Preamp Fuzz

Fish Circuit Echo Limiteur

Hand-made in Montreal (the lovely city we call home), the Fish Circuits Echo Limiteur is a distinctive hybrid delay that merges analog warmth (via an MN3005 chip) with digital extension (PT2399) for delay times up to 1750ms. Its defining feature is a dynamic limiter circuit, offering unprecedented control over feedback…Click on the title for more

Fish Circuit Echo Limiteur