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The Critical Mind Is an A**hole
State of the Stomp

The Critical Mind Is an A**hole

Your music is worth releasing. Really. Do it now!

Find Your Guitar’s BFF
State of the Stomp

Find Your Guitar’s BFF

Whether it's 6-strings or drum machines—or any instrument—finding a perfect pedal partner can create a signature sound all your own.

Guitar pedal projects
Pro-Advice

Why Inspiration Is Like Lightning … or Beans

Pedals can help you improvise throughout the whole creative process. Just plug in, turn on, and don't make a plan.

Don’t Shy Away from “Hard Mode”
Effects

Don’t Shy Away from “Hard Mode”

Plug-and-play pedals are fun, but mastering a complex effects box can open the door to brave new worlds of sound. Try it!

The Problem with Gear Reviews
All Reviews

The Problem with Gear Reviews

Why you oughta be skeptical when reading or watching critiques of pedals.

Close Your Wallet and Open Your Mind
Gigging Advice

Close Your Wallet and Open Your Mind

That epic new sound you’re seeking might already be on your pedalboard.

Don’t Tell Me How to Music
Effects

Don’t Tell Me How to Music

Why you should give yourself permission to not care … or to care deeply about what nobody else cares about.