This month, we’ve made it our mission to help you choose the right pedals for you, guiding you through the best examples currently on sale and giving you expert advice to help you add to your pedalboard. We’re also taking a look at the 50 greatest effects songs of all time as voted for by the readers of GuitarWorld.com. We’ll run you through the gear used by the stars and give you tips on how to dial in some classic sounds.
The new issue of Total Guitar is on sale now!
Features
Iron Maiden:
The new album from heavy metal legends Iron Maiden is a mighty epic, but as guitarists Adrian Smith and Janick Gers admit: “It wasn’t easy to make.” In a track-by-track guide, they explain how to master complex songs and tricky time changes – and why you don’t need a £3000 guitar to sound like a pro...
The Killers:
The Killers’ guitarist Dave Keuning is a master of effects, but on the band’s new album he’s indulging his newfound love for mandolin and pedal steel, while on his solo album he’s shredding...
Learn To Play
Foo Fighters – Everlong
Iron Maiden – The Trooper
Jose Gonzalez – Heartbeats
Trivium – Feast Of Fire
Reviewed
Epiphone Slash Collection
Supro Delta King 12
Charvel DK24 HH HT E
Pigtronix Space Rip
Plus!
Guitar Lessons: Pentatonic Power, Easy Fingerpicking