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Glou Glou Pralines Filter/Modulation Synth Pedal

We covered French manufacturer Glou Glou in the past for their truly remarkable Rendez Vous pedal, and therefore we are eager to see what kind of sonic magic their new device Pralines can deliver. With its name and color inspired by a classic dessert from southern France, this effect consists…... Click for more

Glou Glou Pralines Filter/Modulation Synth Pedal

Caroline Guitar Co. Hawaiian Pizza

Caroline Guitars just unveiled a new pedal called Hawaiian Pizza - we guess they aren't targeting guitarists with fresh Italian roots with it, since the Hawaiian variety is considered nothing short of heresy among the "fathers" of pizza. It doesn't really matter though because the first run of this Drive/Fuzz is…... Click for more

Caroline Guitar Co. Hawaiian Pizza

Vertical Hybrid Fuzz Factory

A vertical version of the ZVex Hybrid Fuzz Factory (with Silicon and Germanium diodes). This limited edition pedal utilizes a NOS 1960s 2N404 germanium transistor and modern PNP silicon transistor which, when combined, provide a more aggressive tone than our standard Fuzz Factory model. Packed with knobs that let you control…... Click for more

Vertical Hybrid Fuzz Factory

Mythos Pedals Golden Fleece Overdrive/Fuzz

Based on a much-talked-about pedal used by Wilco’s Nels Cline, the Mythos Pedals Golden Fleece features an incredibly simple circuit that skirts the line between overdrive and fuzz. The latest version is now in a smaller enclosure, but all the original tone is there, with more clarity, responsiveness and lower…... Click for more

Mythos Pedals Golden Fleece Overdrive/Fuzz

Electro-Harmonix unveils Sovtek Deluxe Big Muff, Flatiron Fuzz, and Nano Battalion.

Just when we were about to wind down for the upcoming weekend, our pristine email inbox lit up with a new press release from Electro-Harmonix, from the city that never sleeps nor takes shorter days on Friday (that is, NY, NY!). As if that wasn't enough, the message promoted the…... Click for more

Electro-Harmonix unveils Sovtek Deluxe Big Muff, Flatiron Fuzz, and Nano Battalion.

JHS Mini Foot Fuzz V2

JHS just released the version 2 of their Mini Foot Fuzz, check out the demo by GearManDude! Although small, this pedal covers a lot of ground, thanks to the new +/- toggle switch: In the – mode, the toggle gives you a low-gain mode where you get vintage broken-speaker type…... Click for more

JHS Mini Foot Fuzz V2

Q&A with Nanolog Audio about Carbon Clipping

In recent years, a few companies have been working on new ways to create distortion (for musical purposes). Senior PhD researcher from the Canadian National Institute for Nanotechnology Adam Bergren has been on the forefront of this effort, collaborating in 2016 with Dr. Scientist to create the first guitar pedal…... Click for more

Q&A with Nanolog Audio about Carbon Clipping

Nanolog Audio Orbital Fuzz

Nanolog Audio is a Canadian company dedicated to exploring the new technology of carbon-driven clipping - read more about it in our profile. Carbon clipping - produced by the company's own Nanolog Device circuits - delivers a more dynamic, less squashed distortion than your regular silicon or germanium diodes. The…... Click for more

Nanolog Audio Orbital Fuzz

Dwarfcraft Devices Witch Shifter Pitch Shifter/Echo/Fuzz

The folks at Dwarfcraft Devices have been on fire lately, releasing a pedal after another. Their Witch Shifter is an Octave Up/Down effect with built-in Fuzz and an under-the-hood Echo. But of course, like in all devices built by this manufacturer, there's a lot more to it: The Bend knob creates a detuned…... Click for more

Dwarfcraft Devices Witch Shifter Pitch Shifter/Echo/Fuzz

Yellowcake Pedals Furry & Fried

Yellowcake Pedals unveiled a bright red stompbox that combines two of their fuzz, the Furry Burrito and the Fried Gold Fuzz, appropriately called Furry & Fried! It also feature a blue lit Starve button that creates wonderful sputtering tones. Check out the videos below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxub7ODsnPE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uV5Y6zE5U4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXs3L_tPjQI FURRY BURRITO A…... Click for more

Yellowcake Pedals Furry & Fried

Alexander Pedals Defender Stargate Drive

Alexander Pedals has been on a roll lately, with their new pedal line called "Neo Series" - which, now that we think about it, features graphic art and a moniker that may reference one of the most beloved sci-fi movie heroes. As a matter of fact, the pedals in this…... Click for more

Alexander Pedals Defender Stargate Drive

EQD Black Ash Endangered Fuzz

EarthQuaker Devices just came out with a new fuzz pedal called Black Ash. Presented with an "endangered fuzz" tag, this stompbox is an evolution of the legendary, vintage, and extremely rare three knob Tone Bender, and built with high quality components hand selected by owner/designer Jamie-Stillman, which allow this design…... Click for more

EQD Black Ash Endangered Fuzz