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Rittor Music  |  Product Code: 800731

Rittor Music [Autumn Super Sale] The Truth About Vintage Effects Pedals [Book]

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Description

Akimatsu Neo, a vintage effects expert, reveals:
A must-read for all guitar players, this is the true bible of vintage effects.

This book is a re-edited version of Akimatsu Neo's column "Rock Gear Review," which ran in the music magazine "Player" (published by Player Corporation) until 2023, with the author adding significant revisions and new content.
Akima's explanations of various models, backed by a wealth of knowledge and experience, are sure to captivate anyone with an interest in vintage effects pedals!
This book will allow both beginners and experts to discover and enjoy the charm of vintage effects pedals.


Chapter 1:FUZZ
Dallas Fuzz Face
Sola Sound Tone Bender
Electro Harmonix Big Muff
others

Chapter 2: OD/DS/BOOSTER
Dallas Rangemaster
MXR Distortion+
Maestro FRB-1
others

Chapter 3: ECHO/DELAY/REVERB
Watkins CopiCat
Maestro Echoplex EP2
Mirano Echo Chamber
others

Chapter 4: Phaser/Chorus/Other
Shin-ei Univibe
MXR Phase 90
Boss CE1
others

Chapter 5: Vintage Wah Crosstalk
Vox Clyde McCoy
Vox/Jen Cry Baby
Colorsound Wah Swell

Chapter 6: Neo Akimatsu talks about vintage sound

*In addition, many columns are also published.

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