News
Larry Alan Fuzzes
Larry Alan Guitars have just released two brand new fuzzes, a silicon and a germanium based circuit! They look great, seem versatile and I like the inclusion of a pre-fuzz boost. Check them out in the database.
Suhr and MadeByMike Updates
Put some updates into the databases for Suhr and MadeByMike. Mike’s been busy I see!
Suhr Riot Limited Edition
Was just browsing around for post NAMM news and came across this on Guitar Guitar's website...
Anti-Attenuator?? Badcat Unleash Announced
With the increasingly popular lunhcbox / low power amp s that are on the market today you often see 'my rig isn't loud enough' posts on forums. 'How can I keep up with a drummer?' Well BadCat have come up with what could be a great solution.
Suhr Jack Rabbit Tremolo Announced
You may remember in early December 2011 I posted saying I had read a snippet of info from John teasing the new Suhr Tremolo (http://www.dirtbox.net/news/suhr-tremolo-pedal/) well here it is in all its glory!
The New Vox DelayLab
Amidst the hype of several new pedals to be debuted at NAMM comes an offering from Vox that has remained somewhat under the radar.
Bearfoot FX Honey Beest Released
This looks cool. As regular readers will know we are a fan of what Donner is doing at Bearfoot FX and I reviewed the Honey Bee last year - http://www.dirtbox.net/features/reviews-archive/bearfoot-fx-honey-bee-od/ - and enjoyed its pleasant, low gain sound. Well now Donner has a reworked version called the Honey Beest.
The New Klon Is Finally Unveiled!
I bet the Rockett / Klon booth was busy today! After much speculation and hype the new look, new functioning Klon prototype is finally on show at NAMM.
TC PolyTune Mini
Today I was passed this link to a new video from TC Electronic advertising the new PolyTune mini. It is basically the Polytune but in a miniature enclosure, TC call it 'the smallest tuning pedal in the world.'
Eric Johnson Fuzz Face & Voodoo Lab Giggity Video!
Just saw this link on Twitter! News broke the other day of the Eric Johnson signature Fuzz Face and in this short video James Santiago shows how it, stacked alongside with the Voodoo Lab Giggity, sounds. It sounds AWESOME, this pretty much IS the EJ fuzz tone.
TC Celebrate 2 Years of Polytune
Today, TC Electronic are celebrating two years of the PolyTune technology. Few would argue that the PolyTune is an efficient, clever piece of technology and to celebrate its second birthday TC are offering their PolyTune app for just 99 cents until this Thursday.
Eric Johnson Signature Fuzz Face
How this never happened years ago is beyond me. Today GuitarNoize broke the news that Jorge Tripps officially announced (on Twitter) that there was definite go ahead to create a signature EJ Fuzz Face and that a specific circuit had been approved by Eric.
Fuchs Pedal Pusher at NAMM
Just seen this on Twitter and Facebook. It looks to be some kind of dual clean boost circuit? The name suggest it is designed to push other pedals (ODs / Fuzzes) even further. This is the first I have heard of this, anyone any other info?
Pedal of the Year: 2011
The staff here have deliberated for a few weeks, it is a difficult decision to make with so many great new products. We've had the Strymon Timeline, the Red Witch Seven Sisters, the TC Electronic TonePrint series, the JHS Panther Delay, the Visual Sound Dual Tap and the Chandler...
Subdecay Spring Theory Coming Soon
Subdecay have set a release date for their new Spring Theory reverb pedal. Subdecay's first foray into the world of DSP has brought about a unique sounding spring / room reverb simulation that is really quite impressive...
Interview – Mason Marangella – Vertex Effects Systems
A full, informative and interesting interview packed with expert advice and tips from Mason at Vertex Effects Systems...
JHS Ending Production of Klon(e)s
JHS have promised that as soon as the Klon Centaur is back in production (which is rumoured to be soon!) then they will stop making their Klon(e)s...
Facebook / Forum Give-Aways!
Once we get a decent amount of Facebook likes we are going to be running a new project / giveaway so make sure you get ahead of the competition and like our Facebook page. As well as this we are setting up a forum rewards scheme whereby the most...
DirtBox TV Episode 1 – Bob Burt Overdrive
Finally, the very first episode of the new DirtBox TV. This one is a pedal demonstration featuring the Bob Burt Overdrive. I’ll also be modifying the BB OD’s info page so be sure to check it out in the database for updated info and pictures.
Catalinbread: F*ck it, YOU Build It!
Catalinbread just announced that they are releasing several DIY pedals in the ever-popular kit form. DIY kits have been a popular choice amongst hobbyist and I think these should do quite well as the price is very fair and you also get some awesome pedals at the end. This...
Eric Johson Signature Eminence Speaker
I just came across this press release for the upcoming NAMM show from Eminence Speakers announcing that the new signature Eric Johnson speaker will be on show. I'm not sure if this one flew under the radar or if I just managed to miss it but I hadn't heard...
Happy New Year
Happy New Year everybody! Here is hoping for a productive and prosperous one! DirtBox will resume normal service within the next few days and stay tune for yet more exciting news and features and the first episodes of DirtBox TV.
Merry Christmas
A very merry Christmas or Happy Holidays to you guys, thanks for supporting DirtBox through two great years, definitely even bigger and better things to come. Enjoy the holidays!
Update On The future Of The Klon
A link to Bill’s site was passed to me today stating that a new official statement had FINALLY been made regarding the future of the Klon. It basically confirms that the new Centaur is almost ready. http://www.klon-siberia.com/
Jack Deville To Release something ‘Special’ At NAMM
''We'll be showing something really special at the 2012 Winter NAMM show...''
Skinpimp Brand Sold
The mad scientist that is Ryan Kirkland (founder of Skinpimp pedals) has today confirmed that he has sold his company to another party...
Subdecay in the Database
Woody just got done adding a whole host of Subdecay stuff to the database. Some pretty interesting effects they have going on!
BBE In The DB
BBE Sound have been added to the database thanks to new team member Nick.
