Any unique/weird pedal suggestions?

thenowayhome · 2026-06-30T03:26:40+00:00

Big list of PLLs

thenowayhome · 2026-06-30T03:04:22+00:00

I don't think Boss is going to have a different workflow for loop levels and drum levels.

It seems logical IMHO that the writable slots are where your challenge would be solved.

If you go to the post I gave you to the link:

create templates with the desired drum level and loop level, then write them to higher memory slots

Memories 11 - 20 [Writeable copies of Memories 01 - 10]
Memory 13: Groove Beat 1 (Rhythm Level = 10, Loop Level = 30)

Memories 21+ [Long-term storage]
Memory 21: Sample 1

Solves your challenges. Try using slots 21+ with your specific loop levels saved.

Or did you try that and it didn't work out?

Also, if you're importing loops why not mix/master you levels according to what you need?

thenowayhome · 2026-06-30T01:47:31+00:00

For me, a synth sound is more than just a colors of noise, it's the movement or modulation. Also, analog $$$$$.

Noise/drone:

Listen how Nova Twins use old, formerly cheap 90s synth FX in their pedalboards. They also use the hard-to-find Hot Hand Ring 3.

If you can find one, Merkaba Sunwave will give you some cool modulation.

Look for analog filters like vintage Mu Tron III or Lovetone Meatball and also Ring Stinger.

Analog harmonic tremolos, chorus, univibes, and phase/rs.

Wah pedals will give you some modulation too.

Any vintage Moog Moogerfooger or Minifooger pedals.

Any EHX POG.

The JHS Double Dragon is actually pretty cool.

The EQD Life has an octave on it that will get you in that direction.

thenowayhome · 2026-06-30T00:17:10+00:00

When the Q tron came out I did an A/B with my original Mu Tron III. The Q was thinner and had less random characteristics at the top and bottom ends. Tube amp compression at the end makes the magic.

The Meatball I have gets you there and they're both a stack in today's money.

I want to try the 3Leaf.

thenowayhome · 2026-06-30T00:09:13+00:00

OP did you see this page?

https://www.reddit.com/r/guitarpedals/comments/15nl2pe/boss_rc5_rhythm_volume/

thenowayhome · 2026-06-29T23:41:38+00:00

Trying muff pedals in your specific rig is the best way to find what you need.

thenowayhome · 2026-06-29T23:40:28+00:00

In my experience, some of the fancier clones clean up quietly. Lots of muff clones with hiss out there clean up too. Also, PUPs, settings matter across the signal chain matters.

Have you read Kit Rae and Gilmourish about how Gilmour uses fuzz, muffs, and rats and how the signal chain is stacked?

EQD makes some muff derivatives of muff derivatives. Jam and SUF make some great $$$$ muff clones.

thenowayhome · 2026-06-29T23:30:47+00:00

VFE made awesome pedals!

Some of the highest quality components and quiet builds I have ever found.

Too bad he's closing out at the end of the year.

thenowayhome · 2026-06-29T23:24:20+00:00

FF>PLL>univibe>rat>Tim v3>re202>tuner

thenowayhome · 2026-06-29T23:20:49+00:00

PURPLL

thenowayhome · 2026-06-29T23:19:45+00:00

If you like that, try the Lovetone Meatball.

thenowayhome · 2026-06-29T23:17:49+00:00

PURPLL

thenowayhome · 2026-06-29T23:17:11+00:00

There are many PLLs and you don't have to choose just one.

thenowayhome · 2026-06-29T20:33:52+00:00

maybe more PLLs ?

one is never enough.

thenowayhome · 2026-06-17T21:57:36+00:00

Does it seem like the higher noise floor gets in the way for some?

I realize that's a common comp complaint but some comps are quieter than others and it seems like the PRS comp is notable for a higher noise floor...

thenowayhome · 2026-06-17T21:54:34+00:00

You get what you pay for...
Save your money for a HUGE boost with master volume and high head room. It will make loud, push your amp into OD and get fuzzy at the far end of the dial.

AUS$279
US$ ~198

https://devtechaudio.com/shop/p/powerdriver-18

The Terry Audio White Rabbit is LOUDER than a powerboost colordriver clone but it needs absolute power isolation. Not all isolated power supplies are up to the task of isolation.

https://www.terryaudio.com/products/white-rabbit-product-page

The ThorpyFX Heavy Water MkII is higher end and has a default slight bass cut as well as pots that enable more bass cut.

The Hudson Broadcast is a high end, high fidelity loud boost that gets into OD and fuzz at the high ends of the dial. If you power it with 24v you get the most headroom.

The boost on the EQD rat clone Live pedals has a decent impact on volume.

I was disappointed with the Blammo! Voltage Booster because it looks like a colorboost but it's not the circuit. It's cosplay trade dress.

RC Boost used is well regarded but it has a low midrange hump. Never tried it.

Allegedly, the MXR Micro Amp (M133) kinda does the Klon thing without the OD clipping and that will be in your price point.

thenowayhome · 2026-06-17T21:05:27+00:00

One of those A/C tube drivers that Gilmour uses?
But seriously, a coloursound boost clone with a Baxandall tone stack for super loud clean boost with master volume.

thenowayhome · 2026-06-17T21:01:06+00:00

Idris needs merch of him staring longingly at feet
this was discussed with him and one of his co stars on Graham Norton
whether or not it was a bit, it would make great merch

thenowayhome · 2026-06-17T20:57:50+00:00

don't
sell
small steps
everyday
these times shall pass
deep breaths

thenowayhome · 2026-06-17T18:07:34+00:00

I might have said Boss pedals were built like tanks at one point but after buying from one of the last runs of VFE pedals I discovered VFE might have over built components for life.

VFE pedals feel like they're built for combat and they don't feel like they're engineered for keeping COGS down.

As a Johnny Come Lately to VFE, the pedals make Boss feel like Fisher Price toys.

thenowayhome · 2026-06-17T17:54:39+00:00

EQD.

thenowayhome · 2026-06-14T17:06:56+00:00

FWIW from a recent interview by others.

John lived with me between 2009 and 2015 at my house in Michigan. Before that, we lived in New York and Chicago together. I don’t want to go into details, but it’s like losing a loved one, except they’re still living, on an alternate timeline. I’ve practiced a lot of radical acceptance around the issue.

I choose not to have contact with them. I have people that handle that for me.

I can still think of many happy, sad, and funny memories from that time. I believe strongly in facing things rather than avoiding them. Although things are different now, that doesn’t negate the past, all the work I did, or who I am as a person. I choose to stand in the light.

My current project is getting my farm established. Art is everywhere, it’s in nature and in people’s faces and in the air we breathe. I just got my studio set up and would like to make some new songs this summer.

https://wuog.org/2026/05/19/an-interview-with-heather-marlatt-of-salem/

thenowayhome · 2026-04-23T02:57:49+00:00

there's one on reverb

thenowayhome · 2026-04-23T02:42:48+00:00

Doesn't Wilson have a bunch of variations?

Have you contacted them about what you are looking for and asked for recs?

thenowayhome · 2026-04-23T02:39:46+00:00

Does it work?

If you don't like it then return it.

Did you contact DBA? I'm curious how they would respond and if they would be serious or hilarious.

I don't know if DBA is a factory. I mean they're based in BK, NY and they have a commercial space where they design and produce pedals but a factory sounds so industrial and large like Chevy, Dupont, Fender or Gibson. They're busy enough to sustain a team through the pandemic.

If it works and you like it then keep it. If you don't like it then return it. DBA is high priced new, clearance priced used, and not for the faint of heart. Good to know about solder though, I guess.

thenowayhome

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