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Vintage Fuzz Reimagined: Why the Orbiter Is Unlike Any Other Fuzz Pedal

Vintage Fuzz Reimagined: Why the Orbiter Is Unlike Any Other Fuzz Pedal

There are thousands of fuzz pedals—but only one Orbiter Fuzz. Designed to recreate the magic of vintage 1960s fuzz while offering unparalleled modern control, the Orbiter takes your tone from thick, velvety sustain to gritty, expressive breakup with total clarity.

The Storm Pedal: A Game-Changing Tone Tool for Guitarists

The Storm Pedal: A Game-Changing Tone Tool for Guitarists

Searching for more clarity, attack, and harmonic richness in your tone? The SoloDallas STORM pedal brings the legendary Schaffer Replica circuit to modern rigs—delivering studio-quality boost, limiting, and overdrive in one pedal that guitarists can't stop raving about.

Why the BASS-X Is Becoming the Secret Weapon for Pro Bassists

Why the BASS-X Is Becoming the Secret Weapon for Pro Bassists

If you're a bassist chasing that elusive mix of punch, clarity, and grit, the SoloDallas BASS-X might be your missing link. Built on the legendary Schaffer Replica circuit, the BASS-X combines a vintage optical limiter, smooth gain, and a 31 dB clean boost into one studio-grade stompbox.

There’s a secret in Keith Urban’s rig—and it’s not what you think.

There’s a secret in Keith Urban’s rig—and it’s not what you think.

While Keith leans on his trusted Marshall JMPs and Fractal Axe-Fx II for core tone, the EX Tower quietly plays a crucial role—adding harmonic depth, punch, and sustain without muddying the signal.

Sérgio Rodrigues: A Game-Changing Pedal for Bass Players

Sérgio Rodrigues: A Game-Changing Pedal for Bass Players

The SoloDallas BASS-X has officially earned a spot on my pedalboard and is coming with me on the road. I’m honestly blown away by the tone, versatility, and build quality. Whether you’re looking to add saturation, presence, or just that extra “something,” the BASS-X delivers.

Punch, Power, and Precision: Tanner Erickson’s Full BASS-X Demo

Punch, Power, and Precision: Tanner Erickson’s Full BASS-X Demo

Tanner sums it up perfectly: “This pedal does all that and more.” Whether you’re into rock, funk, metal, or modern worship music, the BASS-X is a serious tool for serious bassists. Add it to your rig, and like Tanner, you just might find your perfect drive.

Richard Fortus of Guns N’ Roses Relies on the EX Tower

Richard Fortus of Guns N’ Roses Relies on the EX Tower

In his words, the EX Tower provides a subtle but vital shift in midrange, making his amps sound more aggressive, more alive—and simply more him. Whether playing through boutique rigs or vintage monsters, the EX Tower delivers a consistent tonal signature that cuts through the mix with presence and power.

The Bizarre History of the Schaffer Replica: A Closer Look at the BASS-X Pedal

The Bizarre History of the Schaffer Replica: A Closer Look at the BASS-X Pedal

When you think of a bass overdrive or boost pedal, you probably don’t expect it to be tied to AC/DC, Pink Floyd, and a 1970s wireless system that c...
Unleashing the Storm: Stephan Hawkes Reviews the Schaffer Replica Storm

Unleashing the Storm: Stephan Hawkes Reviews the Schaffer Replica Storm

In a hands-on session for Guitar Tabs Daily, Stephan walked us through a journey of tone that went from glassy cleans to saturated overdrive, unveiling the versatility and magic of the Schaffer Replica Storm. His conclusion? This pedal might just be your new always-on tone weapon.

Unlocking Legendary Tone: How SoloDallas Pedals Are Reshaping the Sound of Modern Rock

Unlocking Legendary Tone: How SoloDallas Pedals Are Reshaping the Sound of Modern Rock

For decades, guitarists have chased “that sound.” The unmistakable punch of a stadium-filling riff. The singing sustain of a searing solo. The raw, untamed energy of classic rock—captured on tape by legends like Angus Young, David Gilmour, and countless others. At SoloDallas, we don’t just remember that sound—we rebuild it.

Unlocking the Secret Behind Angus Young’s Iconic “Back in Black” Tone

Unlocking the Secret Behind Angus Young’s Iconic “Back in Black” Tone

For over three decades, Fil “SoloDallas” Olivieri chased the elusive tone heard on AC/DC’s Back in Black—a sound so raw, powerful, and expressive that it shaped the blueprint for hard rock guitar. Fil meticulously recreated Angus’s gear chain, but something was always missing.

Jim James of My Morning Jacket Integrates SoloDallas Schaffer Boost into His Sonic Arsenal

Jim James of My Morning Jacket Integrates SoloDallas Schaffer Boost into His Sonic Arsenal

Jim James, the frontman and guitarist of My Morning Jacket, has long been celebrated for his innovative and eclectic guitar tones. In the creation of the band's recent album, "Is", James expanded his tonal palette by incorporating the SoloDallas Schaffer Boost into his effects lineup.