


Filter Effects (EQ, Wah, Talk Box, Envelope Filter).

Dynamics (Compressor, Limiter, Noise Gate).Here’s a breakdown of the various categories of effects: It’s useful to become familiar with the different groups of effects pedals as they are often deliberately positioned in the signal chain according to the category they belong to. Effects pedals are categorized based on the way that they interact with the signal of a guitar, bass, or another instrument. In this definitive guide, we’ll analyze the different ways that you can order your pedals in the signal chain and the sonic results they will provide.īefore we get into the various effects orders you can use, it’s important to discuss the main pedal groups. It’s a case of understanding which combinations you should use to produce the sounds that you’re aiming for. Tone is subjective, and there is no definitive right or wrong way to order your pedals in an effects signal chain. Each different guitar pedal order produces a varying result which impacts the way the effects interact with one another, and how they impact your tone. Due to the vast range of effects pedals for musicians to choose from, determining the best way to assemble them in the signal chain can be a difficult task.
