Dive headfirst into the expansive world of stompbox effects with PEDAL CRUSH from Bjooks, a fascinating hardcover book bursting with color photos and illustrations that systematically cover over 800 FX pedals, from the original vintage classics to the cutting edge and exotic. Authored by experts Kim Bjørn and Scott Harper, and with an engaging foreword by guitar virtuoso Steve Vai, this book will keep you reading with 376 pages of over 200 tips and tricks for getting the most out of your pedals, and 50 interviews with pedal makers and artists such as Ed O'Brien (Radiohead), Scott Hansen (Tycho), Nels Cline (Wilco), and many more. This book is printed on high-quality, certified eco-friendly paper.

Author: Kim Bjørn and Scott Harper    Hardcover, 376 Pages    Publisher: Bjooks    1st Edition, Published: 2019    Systematically Covers Over 800 Pedals    50 Interviews with Artists & Designers    200+ Tips and Tricks    Foreword by Guitar Virtuoso, Steve Vai    Colorful Photos and Illustrations    Certified Eco-Friendly Paper

You'll meet inspiring people ranging from known guitar masters to creative sound artists, all sharing their secrets and tips. Get inspiration from artists like Amulets, Andy Martin, Andy Othling, Anne Sulikowski, Datachoir, David Torn, Dub FX, Ed O'Brien (Radiohead), Gaz Williams, Hainbach, Jennifer Batten, Joe Barresi, Kid Koala, Lara Somogyi, Lisa Bella Donna, Lisa Molinaro, Matt Johnson (THE THE), Michael Britt (Lonestar), Nels Cline (Wilco), Nick Reinhart (Tera Melos), Ruban Nielson (Unknown Mortal Orchestra), Sarah Lipstate (Noveller), Scott Hansen (Tycho), Simon the Magpie, and Anders Trentemøller.

You'll also learn the stories behind your favorite pedals, as the writers interviewed some of the pedal creators and brands who have shaped the scene:

• Alexander Pedals
• Beetronics FX
• BOSS
• Chase Bliss Audio
• Death By Audio
• EarthQuaker Devices
• Electro-Harmonix
• Empress Effects
• Fairfield Circuitry
• Gamechanger Audio
• Glou-Glou
• Hologram Electronics
• JHS Pedals
• Keeley Electronics
• Meris
• montréal assembly
• Mu-Tron
• Rabbithole FX
• Red Panda
• Reuss Musical Instruments
• Spiral Electric FX
• Strymon
• TC Electronic
• TheGigRig
• ZVEX

We all know the feeling of staring at our pedalboards and wondering where our next idea is coming from. With all these pedals, where's the inspiration? Right here.

Reading PEDAL CRUSH, you'll gain clarity and expanded knowledge of effects pedals and their creative possibilities. You'll get new ideas within minutes to perfect your sound and explore new sonic territory.

Getting into the zone and making great music becomes so much easier with PEDAL CRUSH. Over 200 creative tips and techniques will immediately take your pedal game to higher ground and into new sonic adventures. The tips and tricks range from simple things like how to order your pedals, to creative ideas like alternative gain staging or how to create spatial glitches with gated reverb.

Buying pedals is a gamble: too often you get a new pedal, plug it in, and just don't get the creative charge you were hoping for. With PEDAL CRUSH, you can minimize your buyer's remorse by really getting to know what's out there, what your options are, and how different effects might work nicely together. Buy a beautiful and helpful book that you can share with friends and bandmates, and make up the cost in just a few successful purchases rather than expensive failures.

PEDAL CRUSH is written by Kim Bjørn and Scott Harper (of the famed KNOBS series of video tutorials) with help from a team of great advisors, journalists, and editors. Additional texts and content contributions came from Alex Maiolo, Dan Orkin, Peter Fernando, Stefan Fast, Andy Martin, Brian Wampler, Kristoffer Høeg, and others. PEDAL CRUSH is edited by the Atomic Words team of Mike Metlay and Diana Smethurst.

With 376 colorful pages in hardcover format and a Foreword by guitar hero (and pedal fanatic) Steve Vai, this book is a must-have for anyone with a crush on guitar pedals.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. should the pad be engaged when using an iPad?

A: When using an iPad connected to channel 1/2 you may need to engage the pad if the signal is overloading with the preamp gain all the way down. Using channel 3&4 which are dedicated line level inputs will work as well.

Q: 2. Is this 110-240V?

A: Based on the manual, this unit is rated at 110-240v.

Q: 3. Does it work with Pioneer DDJ-FLX4 console and QSC cp12 speakers ?

A: Yes, the Yamaha MG06X Mixer can be used with the Pioneer DJ DDJ-FLX4 DJ Controller and QSC Compact Powered Loudspeakers. The DDJ-FLX4 can be connected to the mixer with a cable like the Hosa Technology HPR-005X2 Dual 1/4" TS Male to Dual RCA Male Stereo Audio Cable - 5' (B&H # HOHPR005X2).

Q: 4. how to set up yamaha mg06x with powered speaker for vocalist?

A: The MG06X will feed powered speakers either from the XLR or 1/4 stereo outputs. A mic can be connected to channel 1 or 2 combo input via XLR. Proper level setting for the mic will start with raising the input gain level first, making sure the peak indicator is not solid red. Blinking occasionally is fine. Then raising the channel level to send signal to the stereo bus. (output).

Q: 5. Regarding the Rack Mount Kit, How many RU space does this take?

A: I wish I could help you, but I use mine on a desktop.

Q: 6. Does this board have Bluetooth ?

A: No

Q: 7. When will this be on stock?

A: The most recent estimated delivery date that Yamaha has provided is December 12th.

Q: 8. Can these Creative Color Filters be used on A1X light?

A: Yes, the Profoto Clic Color Effects Kit can be used with the Profoto A1X.

Q: 9. Can this unit perform a mix minus?

A: You can create a mix minus using one of the Aux sends as your mix to a caller, and bring the callers audio into an available channel on the board. The board by itself does not have a mix minus feature. For a podcasting style mixer/ recorder with built-in mix minus, here's this option BH #RORDECSTRPRO.

Q: 10. what is the origin of the product?

A: The origin of this product is China.