Spend less but still get great results.
Mate, we're in the middle of a pandemic that's turning into a global financial crisis, it's okay if you don't buy pedals that cost the same as weekly rent (or more!). Here's a list of five affordable pedals that you need in order to build an awesome pedal board.
Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal
It's the OG for a reason. Fat distortion on tap that will push you amp into sustain-city. Your leads and solos will sound like banshees wailing. 10/10 faces will melt.
Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive Pedal
Didn't I just say that? Nah this is the less insane pedal that still packs a punch and it fantastic for those low to medium gain scenarios such as rhythm guitar.
NUX Analog Chorus
The eighties aren't dead, they've just been remixed and repurposed. Get the perfect warbly tones for pop and lofi hip hop.
TC Electronic Flashback Delay
The most expensive on the list but also the most versatile delay pedal out there. Stereo input and output and the ability to load your own unique delay algorithm? Yassssss.
Donner Vintaverb Reverb
Look, it's not going to win prizes for originality, but this pedal has more reverb settings than you'll ever need. Plus it has a sustain toggle for adding a bit of ambient to your sound. And stereo inputs and outputs! Unheard of at this price point.
If you bought every pedal on this list, you'd end up with a board that has the flexibility to work in almost every musical genre. All for under $600 AUD, which is totally affordable if you buy one every couple of months.
Need a lower price point than the pedals mentioned? Check out the video that we pinched off Sarah E Howson's awesome YouTube channel; she's talking about budget pedals and how they work together.
Video by Sarah E Howson
What's the cheapest pedal on your board? Comment below!
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Cover and story images by Sarah E Howson
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