MXR CSP026 ’74 Reissue Vs. Vintage MXR Phase 90 Comparison

 

The MXR Phase 90 is a classic.  From Funk to Punk, Country to Psychedelic, Floyd to Zeppelin, this pedal has earned it’s merit on quite a few classic recordings.  But with a standard version already offered by Dunlop for a quite a bit less coin, does the CSP0026  earn it’s merit in the marketplace? Continue reading “MXR CSP026 ’74 Reissue Vs. Vintage MXR Phase 90 Comparison”

Diamond BASS Compressor on Guitar

The original Diamond Compressor is already considered a modern classic.  Both Hi-Fi and full of Character, it can add a bit of that studio sound to your live rig.  It offers this amazing balance in a sturdy build and the bass version follows this tradition.  It is this balance that seems to add a sort of ol’ school vibe when used with Guitar. Warm and clear, like David Gilmour’s use of a modified BASS Preamp into a HiWatt…This gets the coveted “5S” Award.

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How to set up a SoloDallas STORM (Settings)

The SoloDallas Storm seems to be generating a LOT of interest these days.  More and more it seems to find itself on a lot of gear hound’s must try lists.  It can be used as a simple overdrive, output booster or a Character booster.  On top of all of this it can be used as a single knob compressor. Continue reading “How to set up a SoloDallas STORM (Settings)”