Thursday, October 27, 2011

Carl Martin Rock Drive Overdrive Guitar Effects Pedal Attack Mid Control Edge Treble Control

Carl Martin Rock Drive Overdrive Guitar Effects Pedal Attack Mid Control Edge Treble Control Review



Carl Martin Rock Drive Overdrive Guitar Effects Pedal Attack Mid Control Edge Treble Control Feature

  • 9V-battery-powered pedal.
  • Individual playing dynamics without altering the basic tone of the guitar.
  • Attack mid and Edge treble controls.
  • Distortion style without compromising sonic quality.
  • True bypass.
The CARL MARTIN Rock Drive is a 9V-battery-powered pedal designed to emulate the sound of a hard driven tube amp, responsive to individual playing dynamics without altering the basic tone of the guitar. The Attack mid and Edge treble controls give access to a variety of flavours within this type of distortion style, without compromising sonic quality. The CARL MARTIN Rock Drive is capable of emulating tones from a smoking Twin to a beefed up JCM 800, without low-string mush or raspy highs. The CARL MARTIN Rock Drive is true bypass and features an AC adapter jack.


Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Carl Martin Classic Chorus Effects Pedal

Carl Martin Classic Chorus Effects Pedal Review



Carl Martin Classic Chorus Effects Pedal Feature

  • Chorus and Vibrato effects No compander circuitry Warm, full vintage tone Bypass switch Controls: Speed, depth, level Rate knob blends chorus and vibrato Diecast housing Retro purple color Power: 9V battery or regulated power supply
The Classic Chorus by Carl Martin, is not just another chorus pedal.  Yes it can be powered by either a 9V battery or a regulated 9V power supply; yes it has the solid diecast housing with the cool off-white chicken-head knobs and the cool CM graphics; yes it has that great CM quality bypass switching, and the LED’s to indicate operation; and yes when you plug into this pedal, you will get a chorus effect…..but….there is so much more!  Carl spent a year researching and developing  this pedal for the vintage guitar nut in all of us. Plug into the Classic Chorus, step on the Bypass switch to turn the effect on, adjust the speed and depth knobs to obtain your favorite chorus effect and then bring up the level to show off just how good you sound.  You will be amazed at how this pedal takes you back to the ‘day’ with it’s full, round, vintage chorus sound.  Now hang on to your hat and step on the Vibrato switch.  By adjusting the Rate knob clockwise you change your sound from Chorus to Vibrato with the full Vibrato effect achieved with the Rate and Depth knobs turned completely clockwise. (The Speed Depth and Level knobs are universal for both Chorus and Vibrato.)   You will notice a distinct drop in your highs, but Carl says this is intentional….it will keep your sound warmer and rounder, plus, when you use this effect with Distortion/Overdrives it won’t fizz out or die, you will just get that massive overdriven chorus/vibrato effect that you always dreamed of.


Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Carl Martin TremOvibe Dual Tremolo and Vibrato Pedal Independent Depth and Speed Control

Carl Martin TremOvibe Dual Tremolo and Vibrato Pedal Independent Depth and Speed Control Review



Carl Martin TremOvibe Dual Tremolo and Vibrato Pedal Independent Depth and Speed Control Feature

  • Analog two in one effect pedal.
  • Excellent choice for Guitar, Bass, Keyboard or any other electronic instrument.
  • Highest sonic clarity, maximum dynamic range and noise free performance.
  • Built in regulated power supply.
The Carl Martin TremOvibe is an analog two in one effect pedal consisting of a tremolo and a real vibrato, both with independent sets of speed and depth controls. The tremolo effect works like a change in volume. The vibrato, which works as a change in tone pitch modulation, is carefully designed to imitate the sound of a real tube vibrato. Featuring two switches, The on switch allows you to engage or bypass the unit. The select switch allows you to switch between Tremolo and Vibrato. The Carl Martin TremOvibe is an excellent choice for Guitar, Bass, Keyboard, or any other electronic instrument, that requires the highest sonic clarity, maximum dynamic range and noise free performance. The unit has a built in regulated power supply which enables us to design circuitry of the highest quality with maximum headroom.


Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Carl Martin Heavy Drive Distortion Guitar Effects Pedal Attack Mid Control Edge Treble Control

Carl Martin Heavy Drive Distortion Guitar Effects Pedal Attack Mid Control Edge Treble Control Review



Carl Martin Heavy Drive Distortion Guitar Effects Pedal Attack Mid Control Edge Treble Control Feature

  • 9V-battery-powered pedal.
  • High gain tube amp used by heavy rock musicians.
  • Attack mid and Edge treble controls.
  • True bypass.
  • AC adapter jack.
The Carl Martin Heavy Drive is a 9V-battery-powered pedal designed to emulate the sound of a high gain tube amp used by heavy rock musicians. It offers loads of gain, but responds to the guitarists touch without altering the basic tone of the guitar. The Attack mid and Edge treble controls give access to a variety of flavours within this type of distortion style, without compromising sonic quality. The Carl Martin Heavy Drive has enough gain on tap to lead you to Rectifier tone territory without low-string mush or raspy highs. The Carl Martin Heavy Drive is true bypass and features an AC adapter jack.


Monday, October 17, 2011

Carl Martin Echotone Echo and Delay Effects Pedal

Carl Martin Echotone Echo and Delay Effects Pedal Review



Carl Martin Echotone Echo and Delay Effects Pedal Feature

  • Input Output Trail switch Echo dial Feedback dial Tone dial Time dial Echo footswitch Select footswitch Tempo footswitch
The Carl Martin Echotone! 1200 milliseconds of vintage echo, foot-switchable Tap or Manual time settings, insert loop and switchable trail function at bypass. Imagine switching from a Manual time setting to a Tap time setting right at your feet, so you can play with your favourite slap-back echo on rhythm to a Tap (tempo) set echo for that massive lead or solo! Combine this with flavouring your echo by installing a chorus, flange or even distortion pedal in the insert loop, and the switchable trail function at bypass, and you have what our test players are calling ‘the best echo they have ever heard’! As with all the Danish built Carl Martin effects, the Echotone comes in our low-profile housing, coated in our new stunning off-white colour, with the built-in 12v (+-) regulated power supply.


Saturday, October 15, 2011

Electro Harmonix FOOTC-FOR-2880 2880 Foot Controller Bundle

Electro Harmonix FOOTC-FOR-2880 2880 Foot Controller Bundle Review



Electro Harmonix FOOTC-FOR-2880 2880 Foot Controller Bundle Feature

  • Recieves power from the 2880
  • Select a new track or a new loop without missing a beat
  • 6 Footswitch functions: record, play, new loop, reverse, octave and track select.
Step on it! In the studio or in performance, the 2880 Foot Controller makes everything about the 2880 Super Multi-Track Looper easier and faster.

This Set Includes

* Electro Harmonix FOOTC-FOR-2880 2880 Foot Controller

* Two Hot Wires PC306B 6 Inch Right Angle Pedal Coupler 58764

* Six foot Instrument Cable

* Fender Classic Pick 351 Medium Shell 12 Pack


Friday, October 14, 2011

Electro Harmonix MTOY Memory Toy Analog Echo/Chorus Bundle

Electro Harmonix MTOY Memory Toy Analog Echo/Chorus Bundle Review



Electro Harmonix MTOY Memory Toy Analog Echo/Chorus Bundle Feature

  • Feedback Control
  • BLEND Control-Mix from 100% dry when set counter-clockwise
  • DELAY Control-The range of delay time is from 30ms to 550ms
  • MOD Switch
The Electro-Harmonix Memory Toy effects pedal presents a pure analog delay for musicians who covet thick sound from a thin wallet. EH melds heritage with select components to present the musician with up to 550ms of delay. Not a toy but a professional tool that bathes your axe with organic depth and dimension. The selectable chorus is a lush bonus.

The Memory Toy can be used in combination with other effects processors. Experiment with any combination to develop your own unique sound. The footswitch toggles between effect and true bypass modes.

This Set Includes

* Electro Harmonix MTOY Memory Toy Analog Echo/Chorus

* Two Hot Wires PC306B 6 Inch Right Angle Pedal Coupler 58764

* Six foot Instrument Cable

* Fender Classic Pick 351 Medium Shell 12 Pack


Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Carl Martin 3 Band Parametric Pre-Amp Effects Pedal

Carl Martin 3 Band Parametric Pre-Amp Effects Pedal Review



Carl Martin 3 Band Parametric Pre-Amp Effects Pedal Feature

  • Power: 100 or 115 or 230 VAC 50-60Hz
  • Power Consumption: 2.4 Watts
  • S/N ratio: 80dB
  • Frequency response: 1Hz-200kHz
  • Balanced Output: +18dB 200 Ohm
Carl Martin 3 Band Parametric Pre-Amp has been specially developed for musicians who play ACOUSTIC GUITAR, VIOLIN, ACCORDION, DOUBLE BASS, etc. These musicians often use combo amps and do not find the use of 19 inch rack equipment very practical. Experience has shown us that these instruments often require a high quality EQ and balanced line driver. Carl Martin have integrated those features into a handy stomp box format. For maximum flexibility, Carl Martin found it necessary to create a high quality 3 band semi-parametric EQ. Carl Martin 3 Band Parametric Pre-Amp works equally well for tweaking the sound of electric guitars, basses and other electronic instruments as well as for direct studio recordings. The 3 Band Parametric Pre-Amp has a built in regulated (+-12V) power supply which enables Carl Martin to design circuitry of the highest quality with maximum headroom.


Sunday, October 9, 2011

Carl Martin Vintage Series BLUERANGER Blue Ranger Guitar Distortion Effect Pedal

Carl Martin Vintage Series BLUERANGER Blue Ranger Guitar Distortion Effect Pedal Review



Carl Martin Vintage Series BLUERANGER Blue Ranger Guitar Distortion Effect Pedal Feature

  • Heavy Duty Diecast Housing
  • 9V Battery & DC Input
  • Heavy Duty Bypass Switch
Carl Martin Texas Blues Inspired Overdrive


Saturday, October 8, 2011

Electro Harmonix Germanium OD Overdrive Bundle

Electro Harmonix Germanium OD Overdrive Bundle Review



Electro Harmonix Germanium OD Overdrive Bundle Feature

  • True bypass.
  • Volts knob for reducing battery voltage.
  • Countless germanium variations at the touch of a knob.
  • Bias knob for putting your sound right at the edge of break up.
Classic '60s Germanium transistor overdrive and more. In addition to a Gain control, the Electro-Harmonix Germanium OD allows the user to control Bias for attack and the circuit Volts for that sweet spot found when a battery's voltage dips. Dial up that slightly torn speaker sound OR dial in total Germanium "Satisfaction."

This Set Includes

* Electro Harmonix GERMANIUM-OD Germanium OD Overdrive

* On Stage Hot Wires 6 Inch Right Angle Pedal Coupler

* On Stage Hot Wires Instrument Cable 6Ft.

* Two Fender Classic Pick 351 Medium Shell


Friday, October 7, 2011

Plexitone Drive / Distortion Pedal

Plexitone Drive / Distortion Pedal Review



Plexitone Drive / Distortion Pedal Feature

  • Cream City Music Testing Bullet Point
Plexitone Drive / Distortion Pedal


Thursday, October 6, 2011

Electro Harmonix Mic Pre Tube Microphone Preamp Bundle

Electro Harmonix Mic Pre Tube Microphone Preamp Bundle Review



Total tube performance. The 12AY7 Mic Preamp is all about dynamics with warm tone and true accuracy. Using a 200V power supply, the 12AY7 Mic Pre has a wide dynamic range and up to 50 dB of gain to boost your microphone level up to line level. Balanced XLR I/O allow it to interface into any pro recording setup while a 1/4" TRS balanced buffer out can be a splitter or aux send for monitoring. Also included are switches for phase reverse, 48-volt phantom power and low frequency filtering. To top it off, a +4 dBu LED indicator is included to help you optimize your levels. An FET current balancing circuit eliminates noise and hum allowing the tubes to amplify your microphone in a noise free environment with all the warmth and color tubes can deliver.

This Set Includes

* Electro Harmonix Mic Pre Tube Microphone Preamp

* Two Hot Wires PC306B 6 Inch Right Angle Pedal Coupler 58764

* Six foot Instrument Cable

* Fender Classic Pick 351 Medium Shell 12 Pack


Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Carl Martin DeLayla XL

Carl Martin DeLayla XL Review



The Carl Martin DeLayla XL Delay Pedal was designed and developed to have the same sonic quality as the original DeLayla and adds a second delay head for the ultimate in vintage slapback echo. The response of the second head can be fine-tuned, is controllable by footswitch, and can be blended with the first head. The Carl Martin DeLayla delivers warm, smooth delay and echo reminiscent of vintage tape units, but with modern features. The Delayla XL has a tap tempo and a built-in power supply. Carl Martin DeLayla XL Delay Guitar Effects Pedal Features: Delay plus slapback 2 delay heads Tap tempo Integrated power supply


Monday, October 3, 2011

Electro Harmonix Deluxe Reverb PSU Included Bundle

Electro Harmonix Deluxe Reverb PSU Included Bundle Review



Electro Harmonix Deluxe Reverb PSU Included Bundle Feature

  • Hold tap tempo for infinite reverb
  • Damping/Tone control available for each reverb mode
  • 8 programmable reverb styles with the ability to load and save
  • Grail Spring, Accu Spring, Hall, Room, Plate, Reverse, Grail Flerb, Echo
Enter the Cathedral and surround your music with the aria of divine presence. True stereo reverbs reveal your inspirations while programmability recalls your spirit of creation. The Cathedral is the performer's mantra creating the perfect space for your instrument or voice while offering an elegance that takes your music to a higher ground.

This Set Includes

* Electro Harmonix Stereo Electric Mistress Flanger/Chorus

* Two Hot Wires PC306B 6 Inch Right Angle Pedal Coupler 58764

* Six foot Instrument Cable

* Fender Classic Pick 351 Medium Shell 12 Pack


Saturday, October 1, 2011

Carl Martin DC Drive

Carl Martin DC Drive Review



The Carl Martin DC Drive pedal has a few tricks up its sleeve. Besides the typical Level, Tone, and Drive knobs that control the signal volume, the tone, and the amount of overdrive, Carl has smartly added a clean boost after the drive section, and a Regular/Fat switch. In Regular mode, the drive is crisp and clear, suitable for anything that calls for old-school drive—switch over to Fat and the drive gets thicker with a lot more gain, bringing out a more modern sound. The result is a multi-use guitar pedal that allows you to have a variety of rhythm and solo volumes at your feet. The Bypass footswitch engages or bypasses the DC Drive pedal—turning it on or off. The red LED lights when the pedal is engaged. When the red LED is on, the Drive knob regulates the amount of gain (overdrive) you want to use—from almost clean turned full left, to high gain turned full right.The Tone knob sets the voicing or color of the overdrive, from dark at full left turn to crystal bright at full right turn.The Level knob simply sets the overall level or volume of the effect. When the red LED is on, choose the amount of Drive you prefer, color it with the Tone knob and then set the Level knob to equal your clean volume, or set the Level slightly higher than your clean signal. Check your settings by turning the pedal on and off with the Bypass switch to compare and fine tune.The Martin DC Drive also offers 2 pre-set voicings, which selectable via the toggle switch located between the Tone and Level knobs. The Regular (REG) setting is more neutral and flat, creating more of a generic overdrive. The Fat (FAT) setting is as it suggests—fatter and beefier, giving your overdrive a shot of steroids. Both of these voicings share the Drive, Tone and Level controls.The Carl Martin DC Drive is also a 2-in-1 pedal. Along with the Drive settings, there is another switch and knob on the left side of this pedal that will add another dimension to your sound....