Diving Into the Echoplex EP-2
As I sit at my workbench surrounded by tools, schematics, and the partially disassembled chassis of an Echoplex EP-2, I can’t help but marvel at this piece of audio history. What started as an unexpec...
29 March, 2025
REPAIR WORK
Hello! I’m Kenny Redman, located in Lafayette, Indiana.
I’m available for new builds, pedal repair, rehousing, and guitar maintenance and setups. One of my favorite things to work on are old, neglected, and hard-used effects pedals by bringing them back to life. A lot of times it’s a simple fix- broken solder joint, missing LED, bad jacks or switches, while others require more attention and detailed work such as replacing surface mount components and fixing the pc board itself.
I’ve had a very successful track record so far, and I regularly look for broken and non-functioning pedals online to repair. If you have a busted pedal sitting around, or your favorite has a buzz or loses signal, shoot me a message and we’ll talk!
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History of the Tube Screamer
The Tube Screamer is a guitar effect pedal that has been in constant production under one name or another for nearly half a century. It is, quite simply, the most popular guitar pedal in history, and ...
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Electric Guitar Setup: Achieving Optimal Playability and Sound Quality
Setting up an electric guitar is a crucial process that directly impacts its playability and sound quality. At the core of guitar setup are three fundamental components: action, intonation, and pickup...
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Germanium vs Silicon Tranistors in Fuzz Pedals
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Sovtek and the Russian Sovtek Big Muff Pi
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The Klon Centaur
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04 September, 2023 -
Buffers, Impedance, and Myths
Ever wondered about buffers and impedance? You’re not alone. Many swear by buffers on their pedalboards, especially before and after fuzz pedals, to maintain signal strength. But why? Let’s dive into ...
20 August, 2023