The million-selling Boss distortion pedal’s divisive reputation stems from its gargantuan array of tones – we show you how to unearth its best sounds

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We lift the lid on the pros and cons of both, and the impact they can have on your guitar tone

From channeling Ed Sheeran to boosting your live performances, these are the best looper pedals from TC Electronic, Boss, Pigtronix and more

Want to play some gigs but unsure what guitar effects pedals you’ll need? Here's our definitive guide to the pedals you should consider for your ‘board

From ditching batteries altogether, to running different voltages and the potential for 'board expansion, here’s why we’re big fans of the humble PSU

Think you need an amp modeler but not sure how they work or where you should start? We've got you covered

The Sparta and At the Drive-In founder details the making of Daggers, his first solo album proper – and why he'll never exhaust the possibilities of his spartan setup

Want to get more from your wah-wah? Here are 6 techniques to help you sound like Satch, Kirk Hammett, Matt Bellamy and more...

Overdrive is one of the most essential guitar effects pedals. These are our top picks for every budget

Whether you prefer digital or analog delay pedals, the options in this round-up will help boost your creativity on the guitar

Want to know your Fuzz Face from your Fuzz Factory, or channel Jimi Hendrix? This guide is for you

Yes, it really is possible to land a budget looper pedal from just $79 – we’ve got options from TC Electronic, Electro-Harmonix, Boss and more

Crunch, filth, mayhem! Dive into our expert round-up of the best distortion pedals available today

A deep dive into the forces behind MBV's formidable shoegaze approach, and how their pioneering take on the electric guitar changed the future of the instrument

Unwanted noise in your chain? A noise gate pedal could be the solution

From straight-up klones to full reimaginings, here are some of the best Klon Centaur-inspired pedals on the market today

These are the best combo amps and heads from Marshall, Fender, Orange, Boss, Kemper and more

The best floorboard FX modelers on the market for all budgets, including gear from Line 6, Boss, Neural DSP and Fractal Audio

Stock up on new sounds for less with these awesome cheap guitar pedals, starting from just $19

The instrumental riff-meister and keen-eared producer details the personal struggle behind making monumental new album, Infinity Stare, and his secret formula for killer guitar tone