The problem, Paul, is that everything you touch sounds great! You should really be getting a commission from these companies. So far, in trying to follow in your footsteps, I bought a Seymour Duncan Quarter Pounder and a Bare Knuckle Stormy Monday for my Tele, a Tone City Sweet Cream and a NU-X Steel Singer. I love them all, but none of them make me sound anything like you. I guess my next purchase will the Page, and then saving up for a Cornell Romany 12. Thanks for the inspiration and for helping me spend my money. My wife is not quite so thankful. ;-)
Ah, thank you Bill! It makes me smile to think I had a hand in influencing your decision 🤣. And yes, I bet your wife probably isn’t too keen on me. Happy noodling Bill!
Paul cracked me up in this video playing through that Peavey but honestly I wasn’t surprised. Also some of those licks he’s playing are really awesome. Very tasteful.
One thing I deeply appreciate about these vids is you keep your guitars in tune. As a result, it highlights how tasty your playing is. I have a variety of pedals but always come back to the original tone of the amp/guitar combo itself plugged straight in. I fix/mod tube amps as a hobby and my favorite tone of the week is coming from a little Akai M8 tube amp I modded from a single-ended to a double-ended configuration with an EF86 driving two EL84s. My non-scientific estimate of power output is maybe 7-8 watts. I put a reverb pedal in front and I am in tonal heaven.
My Fuchs Bassman overdrive special has the most wonderful overdrive! When I need more I love my old whiteface RAT, or my Nobels. But overall tube amp overdrive is my favorite. Thanks for your great videos and playing sir!!
I think the absolutely first thing you HAVE to spend money on, is an AMP you really like/love! Overdriven Tone through a harsh amp, sounds harsh, no matter how good the pedal is! I have two amps that pretty much light my fire…5e3 Clone and a Dr Z Z28. The Dr Z actually is all I need for amp tones; however, it handles overdrive and can’t really get to super crunchy without them. For me it really is a question of subtle flavor? Broadcaster was the winner for me. Before I spend anymore, I’m cycling through what I have on hand to see what is “good enough”. Great fun watching your posts!
Thanks druwk, I think you’ve hit the nail on the head. Yeah, a great amp and then everything after that is really just subtle differences in flavours. And since pedals are such a rabbit hole it can get expensive quite quickly. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
Your natural talent surpasses the gear Paul. I had a feeling at the start of this journey you would be back where you started! When you played the Sweet Cream in this vid it said it all. it sounded superb and I bought one from listening to an earlier video of yours. It's superb. Thank you.
Thanks Brian. And you know what, you’re right about ending back where I started, in that since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
Love the sound you get with your pedals. I have the MojoMojo and the Broadcast but I don't really get on with them. I love the sound of a Fuzzface but I always sound rubbish with one. First time I used a Tubescreamer I just loved it. Moral of the story is we all sound different...even using the same gear!
Thanks JavaoftheLava! It was educational for me to do it….. in fact, since doing it, I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
Good stuff Paul! When they come out with a pedal that recreates the feeling of rockin out with your pals in a one car garage with no talent sorry instruments with even worse amps....I'll buy it in a heartbeat.
Hi Paul, I think that in order to see the difference you truly have to push the pedals to listen to the harrmonics generated by the circuit. I believe that you used all these pedals pretty much as a boost and that's why the results were similar. Truly love your playing, feel and phrases by the way. You are very inspiring!
Ive had the same opinion on overdrive pedals for many years now and its this. You can pay hundreds of pounds or £30 and the overdrive pedals you buy will sound different but similar and its up to you which you prefer but the only reason some pedals are several hundreds of pounds is that they are hand made in the west and labour costs are more expensive in the west and there is nothing wrong with mass produced pedals made in the far east, in many instances they can be better because big companies have more time and money to invest in product development and computer/machine built pedals are always going to be a fraction of the cost of hand built pedals.
Fair point Sid. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
I think you said it all when with your round up thoughts at the end of the film . That little league amp !!! Made me smile !! We all played through something like that back in the day... I had a little Roland 15watt !!! Box of wasps !!)) Haha I also played through a laney at one point !!! Wish I'd not sold my selmer 50watt head and cabinet !!!!! Steady the ship !!! It's probably worth a mint or two now !!! Oh well the things you lose at sea !!! All the best lad. Have a good weekend . Raise the main sail ,steady as she goes.
Thanks DavidEric1414 👍. Yeah, doing this wee mini series has taught me something too. And that is that you can get great tone from the really affordable end of the market. And also that your tone really is in your fingers.
Thanks Les. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Tone City Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
Hello kid, another fine video as always,the only pedals I use nowadays is to drive the car, now onto today's story. A young Irish girl lives in a high rise building in Dublin and one Friday night she's having a shower, she looks down and thinks to herself she needs a trim down below, looks in the cabinet for some hair removal cream but there is none, so she has the brainwave of burning it with an old petrol lighter, unfortunately she sets the whole bush on fire and panics slips on the wet floor and falls right out the window 24 floors up, Pat and Mick staggering home from the pub and Mick looks up and says " look Pat, is that a comet ? " don't be daft Mick, that's a twat alight ". Keep up the good work pal and take care.
So I'm not the only one who can't get through a night without the birdsong peeing, I'm in good company then Paul. You know pal I always really appreciate your replies and my missus thinks you're as puggled as me, take care pal until the next time.
Hey Paul, pedals are indeed like wine. We don't all like the same thing. And it's easy to get convinced that you SHOULD like a particular pedal / wine because it's expensive and /or someone says it's great. We MUST try things for ourselves to see what suits us best. I thought most of your pedals sounded good, even similar to a degree, but I'll bet as the player you found each of them had their own character and feel. I have a fair few ODs myself and find the problem is remembering each pedal's 'sound' when stacked. So I'm on a mission at the moment to arrive at my fave combinations of guitar, amp and pedals. "I may be gone for some time".
Well done Paul, a super rare honest video on pedals. I have sold all my overdrive pedals but one, and it just happens to have been the cheapest one that I kept. I am lucky enough to own four really nice guitars and my DOD Looking Glass (paid about £120) adds gain or clean boost to my guitars without changing their core flavour. Job done.
Thanks Graeme, I think I’m slowly following your footsteps because I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
Haha so relieved when you said you didn’t hear much in it either. I was totally lost after #3. I’ve been loving my J Rocket Archer but of curiosity I plugged straight into the deluxe reverb and let the amp + Captor attenuator do it’s thing… oh shit.. I’m pretty sure it sounded better 🤣 Maybe a delay and eq pedal are all I really need in the end? Happy Friday 🍻
Interesting shootout Paul. You of course make them shine each and every one. Even the Peavy amp sounded quite OK for some moments there 😀 But really, the most important thing about the tones you get is how you, the musician, control the dynamics and always listen in and adjust for the smallest change in tone along the way while you're playing. Touch sensitivity, ability to put to life what you imagine for the next tone you're gonna play... The details. Uncle Larry talked about it once... the difference in a good and in a superior instrument (I think it was). It is down to the last percentage of details. And to me, regarding pedals - It is the ones that gives me the sought after harmonic's, and inspires me to play for ever and ever.... That's just of course my two pennies' worth ☺
Paul - Your videos share one thing in common with Simon Jarrett's demos of his Kingsley Pedals; for me, the real attraction is your playing (and Simon's). As far as the pedals go, they all sound similar because of your Cornell amp, and its settings. The Hagerman sounded very, VERY different in video #1 due to the ultra clean sound you had on the Marshall. In fact, I loved the way it sounded there. In video #3, it was kind of "...meh." And I agree...your Cornell amp sounds great on its own! What that tells me is that, for someone like me whose basic amp sound is ultra clean to start with, the 12AX7 pedals are exactly what I need when I want overdrive. There is no solid state pedal I've ever used that gives me the smooth OD sound, dynamic responsiveness, and harmonic richness of tubes given the fact that my basic amp sound is super clean. So, this video series was super helpful, even though I reached a verdict very different from yours. Thanks for that, and for some great playing! - Vito 😎
Still rocking my old Tube Driver. Most likely a mental thing on my part, as I've used it for years. Just added the Browne Protein to my board, as it really caught my ear. So many good OD boxes out there. We've never had it better as far as choices (wich can be a bad thing as well 😉).
Very helpful. This is consistent with my experience. I think it's more important to get the right eq in the gain stages and diodes etc... Than to just use a tube. And that's why turning up the gain and lowering the master on a tube amp is often disappointing.
Thanks ValueOfNothing 😊. Yes, wise words. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
I agree that each amp has its own flavor for different craving. A couple months ago ive bought a badcat mini cat 2 , its only a 5 watts amp but i love it alot . I dig your butterscotch telecaster !!!! I own a 52 avri tele for a while and its my favorite guitar , ive switch the neck for a american professionnal neck since i like flatter neck radius, it was 7,5. I play this guitar so much im about to do a third refretting on this neck😃 and ive redone a custom radius on it , 9,5 to 14 😎 i like your playing style a bunch , i only discovered youre youtube channel last weekend ... so much great licks to learn from your videos ! Keep on playing😎 playing music is the most honest thing we can do while we live, its very hard to fake it😉
Thank you Pulse Ultra-violet, I’m delighted you like my playing. Wow, you’re about to your 3rd re-fret?! That must be one amazing guitar for you to have bonded with it like that 😊.
great sounds Paul. The "clean tone" on the Cornel is actually clipping (overdriving the pre-amp) and sounds great on it's own. listen at 5 min 20 sec. That must colour the sounds of the pedals somewhat. If you were comparing reverb pedals,, would you leave some reverb turned on in the amp itself? I mean this to be constructive commentary. Love your stuff.
Yeah you always sound good fault you got a really cool attention resolution with your cord soloing a lot of variety let's say and mood which I love. Keep up the good work
Thanks for this series! I have to say my favorite was the Kingsley Page. I could listen to you play that Black Beauty through the Page all day. By the way, your Cornell sounded great as ever and has a beautiful clean tone as well. Cheers Paul
Thank you David. It’s funny you should mention that particular combination (Black Beauty into Page into Cornell). I’ve played that combination pretty much exclusively over the last 7 days. 🙏. Cheers David
Hi Paul! I thought your surprise amp was a peavey bravo valve amp which I have owned since new. I've played it in bands for years. I just use the overdrive channel for gain. No pedals. But not all peaveys are great and I've never liked solid state amps. Keep on rocking Paul! 😎
Your dad's kind of right but then sometimes the correct settings find your ears and suddenly they started making senses all over again. Me, I rely heavily on my Orange Micro Terror for my gain/drive and lately, the inbuilt overdrive channel on the tiny MG10 or the MG15 sounds really good to my high gain seeking ears.
I always love your videos, works of art in themselves. One thought that always haunts me is, doesn't it depend on what type of music one plays as to how tones can be judged? When I play alone, there are tones that I think can't be topped, then I take those same tones into a group setting and... WTF happened to their greatness? I may be tone challenged, that thought keeps haunting me as well, or possibly, there are so many variables in any given situation that just depend on what else is occurring in order to gauge a true response.
Thanks Jeff! And yes, I couldn’t agree more with your comments about context. If you dropped me straight into a band….. boy oh boy, I’d be twiddling like mad trying to change stuff. Typically, that would mean cutting the low end off my sound and maybe dialing in more mids. 🤣
Paul this was a good enjoyable demo. The price differential between these pedals is significant. But I always think that to get that 5% extra cream you have to pay a lot. I think the Harlot is the best of the bunch for sure but it should be for the money. For me personally buying a Boss BD2 was an eye opener. I have many other more expensive pedals but this just does it for me. And I guess it does not matter what the pedal is it's how it inspires you to play that is important.
Brilliant comparison Paul. I really got something from this video.The Harlot sounded like it really just wanted to be let off the leash. So putting that aside I liked the sweet cream, Hagerman, Mojo and the BD2. I didn't warm to the two Tube screamer pedals which I thought sounded thin. At the moment I'm running a BD2 into a Zoom G5n multi effects where I have a clean boost and then a Honey Drive model. The sweet cream would replace the honey drive model and a TC Spark would give me a clean boost. If I could justify the cash outlay then the Harlot would find a way in there too!! I know you've got your nice high end guitars and quality amps, but it's good to hear your comments regarding drive pedals and how affordable pedals can do the job.
Thanks Archie. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
The Harlot definitely has that "extra" like it has one more gear to kick into, the SRV of OD pedals. I have to say my personal preference runs toward clarity and dynamics; I have to go with the Broadcast as my favorite.
I like your summary afterglow2020! As it happens, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the Broadcast! It’s just too consistently good to ever get rid of. Cheers for watching 👍
Wise comments, but there is still something in it. I loved the Junior into the Cornell, that was divine. The Peavey sucked, but I’ve heard great tones from you on your Katanas. In fact I’ve gone to the store, set one up the same and quite happy with the tone. Totally usable. But I’ve heard some lovely tones out of modelers too. Go check out Alex Price’s premium patches. Pretty amazing. I don’t know what matters anymore other than great fingers make great tone. Great tone can be made from a lot of gear. For me, I really love the Page and Minstrel into my Twin. But I’ve had killer tones playing straight into vintage amps as well.
Thanks Nigel. Yeah, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the Hudson Broadcast! It’s too consistently good to let it go.
I cannot thank you enough for this video, and especially for your incredibly creative and soulful playing. That part where you begin playing directly to the amp, I just forgot all about pedals and stuff and was in awe of your beautiful phrases and profound musicality. All those Harmonic Minor phrases, and nuances, and those harmonics on top made them unique and not just another typical pentatonic stuff you hear all over the place... I loved it! Also, English not being my native language I hope you don't mind me asking about you super beautiful accent? Is that Irish? Scottish? As an Iranian/Persian (who lives overseas) it reminds me my fellow people of Isfahan, the ancient city of Iran... Anyhow, I'm a working session player myself and doing mostly soundtracks for all sorts of projects. Recently I was thinking about getting one or two of these tube drive pedals as they just sound gorgeous and meaty. Have you ever tried the Minstrel before? Any video I've watched about that pedal just sounds super delicious and smooth. Please never change and cheers!
Hi Konnective! Sorry for such a late reply. I’m delighted to read such nice compliments about my playing. Thank you, that means a lot, especially coming from a session player such as yourself. As regards my accent…. yes, it’s Scottish. I’ve been in Edinburgh all my life. I’ve never played the Kingsley Minstrel but, like you, it sounds great! In fact, if I had to start my pedal journey all over again, I think I’d just get 2 or 3 Kingsley pedals and be done 🤣. Anyway, thanks again, cheers to you 🍻
@@paulstaffordcook8799 For some reason I missed the YT notification for your comment, sorry about that. Honestly, there is a genuinity, no BS approach, kinda not following the usual trendy guitar scene shenanigans in your playing that is indeed wonderful. I'm not a social media guy myself for some reason, but whenever I get time I try to find inspiring guitar videos here, and looking for Kingsley stuff I found your channel. So far, I've watched a bunch of them and I really love them all. Your playing is sublime, honest and incredibly melodic, which is the most important thing IMHO. And yeah, since that time I've actually got some Kingsley pedals directly from Simon, and I'm beyond happy with them. Already reamped a lot of tracks in the studio and the result is just great. BTW, I love your clean tone from your guitars, your touch of course, and also the Cornell amp you're playing through. I looked to see if I can find them here in Australia, but sadly there is not a single trace of them anywhere here yet... Anyhow, thanks for your videos, and please never change! Cheers
Hi Paul, brilliant video. When the camera is on the pedals and you are pressing the switches and then playing licks, well I think your playing sounded 1st class. I was extremely jelly and wanted to instantly play some licks myself but I didn't.
Thanks NorthernMonkey - I know exactly what you mean. It’s such a party piece of that guitar - set up a nice crunch tone based on the guitar pot at no.7…. And then wind to 10 for a tidal wave of power 🤣
I think the difference is the Valve pedals have better dynamic sensativity. Not that tbey neccessarily sound better while a note is sustaining, but the harmonics come on and fade out more smoothly.
All the pedals sound good but the Harlet is my favorite. It sticks out to me as being the easy choice. Obviously you know how to find the sweetspot in gear
Hi, Paul. I enjoy watching your videos and hearing your beautiful playing. The Steel Singer pedal sounds really good! Is that the one that you can buy here in the states for under $50? Too good to be true? Please advise. Thanks! WW
Thanks Webb, delighted you’re enjoying my little TH-cam channel. Yes, the NUX Steel Singer I’ve been using is the sub $50 pedal. It has a particular “mid push” to the sound that I find really pleasing, even with the Gain at zero. I personally prefer this to a Tube Screamer. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the Steel Singer 😊
@@paulstaffordcook8799 Well, there ya go. I have a used one on order now at a very good price. It sounds very natural on your video. I have relied on the J.Rockett Silver Archer and/or the Xotic EP Booster for a good while now for live stuff although since Pandemic have not played live much. Anyway, I have been very happy with them and don't really need the SS but, could not resist after hearing yours. Seems to have a subtle, natural sound. Best. WW
horrah :) i'm going to start saving up for my tone city creamer , see even when you were screwing your face up with the Peavey, it still sounded good to me. well at least thats answered a few questions, going on Facebook Marketplace and try and pick me up an old fender champion to go with the pedal then thats me sorted :) thanks for posting pal, enjoyed that :)
Cheers Charlie. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
Harlot sounded best to me of the tube boxes Bang for buck gotta be Sweet Cream Mostly all good Have to say decent SS amp and a tube od works very well Sometimes I like a simple circuit when using a great tube amp
you need to go through a few pedals until you find one thats right for you which dpends on your tastes and style of playing and is an expensive but also fun thing to do.There are close and subtle differences and if you can play as well as Paul does its more noticeable i think. I just bought a nobels 30th anniversary natural overdrive and for me it knocks everything else out -Kingsley Harlot included. Im selling all my other overdrives now ive found the one.
Thanks for sharing your experience Howard. It’s funny, I’ve never tried the Nobles pedal…. despite it being a favourite of one of my heroes, Tom Bukovac. You’re giving me G.A.S. man!
Thanks IsomacTea. Well you know what? I’ve decided to go in the opposite direction and do a pedal board cull 🤣. This 3 part series has been a real eye opener for me. So I’ve just sold 5 pedals and I now declare I’m done! No more pedal purchases for me. (Well, mind you, that Gladio does look kinda cool…. )
Hahahaha! Your face when you played through that Peavey.... exactly what I expected. Here's the rub. You are playing spectacularly good guitars though an equally nice amp and then very subtly pushing that amp with a selection of good quality overdrives. I mean what could go wrong? And yeah they are all going to sound similar, just very slightly different EQ and levels of gain, but you didn't get a bad sound out of the bunch. Mostly because each was set to your taste. But put ANY of that nice stuff through that $150 Peavey travesty (or an only mildly better Katana) and it will dutifully transform your tone into garbage! LOL! Cork sniffing aside, I really do love those Kingsley tube drives, and might try to own one some day. I think you hit on the point with the Harlot though, you can pretty much take it anywhere. That versatility makes it worth getting. And I cannot leave out your beautiful, soulful playing... ;)
Thank you Wes (and sorry for late reply). Yes, it really was disappointing playing through that Peavey….. Actually, since doing this vid, I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
Is it possible that manufacturers put real valves (or tubes as we lowly, miseducated Americans identify them) into the pedals themselves?? I’ve heard rumors that Digitech managed that with some of their multi effects units. The coolest thing for me was hearing these things identified as valves the first couple of times I did and being able to ascertain for myself that is what they were. By that time, we had already entered an era when people had stopped wanting the newest, latest thing and were starting to reach back into the vintage bin for old, classic stuff.
Paul you said after review that you can say what you want , but can you really ? because here in Canada ( Chinida ) we can’t say shit without asking permission. Sorry to bring it up but I’m pissed ! On a brighter note , great video. I have a $30 behringer tube amp OD pedal that works great and for those looking for a great affordable pedals don’t hesitate, the behringer pedals are gems IMO.
Hi Paul. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the Boss Bluesbreaker - it’s really good. It definitely has a very pleasing mid push - but not as much as a Tubescreamer. I personally prefer it to the Tubescreamer. In fact, I’ve now sold the Tubescreamer (well, the Tone City Green Tube). I also like that I can power it with batteries if desired, so that I can take it outside with my Katana Air to play for summer tourists.
I laughed so hard when you played through the Peavy.🤪😂🤣😆🤣 They are all loud and abrasive. I had a Peavy Renoun twin 12s (I think, maybe 10s) and it was as loud as my Marshall full stack, but sounded like total crap in comparison. 😂 You said it right. If you want it, get it, but you can definitely get the same sound through a good amp and guitar. Honestly, if you look up all the great guitar players, they all have one or two have to have pedals and all the rest are a collection of whatever is in the box, some kind of reverb, delay, chorus, or flange depending upon what their signature sound is, but they still sound the way they sound. All the greats have stories about how their pedal boards went out and they just cranked the amps and kept going. The thing that really matters is... What motivates you to play? If buying the most expensive pedals will drive you then drive on, but most people just run what they brung. Play what you have, make it sound the best you can and people will listen. Guaranteed!!!!!💯🎸 Cheers Paul🤙
Thanks GW, and sorry for late reply (just catching up🤣). Wise words as always… in fact, I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
The rabbit hole is deep with many rooms in the mansion, you'd need to be a professional tap dancer with a photographic memory to accommodate all of your pedals scary to think that's just ODs. 🥃🎶🥃👍😂😂Respect and stay healthy all. PS you might néed a Durple. 😂😂😂😂 Andertons.
@@paulstaffordcook8799 I believe it's around £40 and Danish Pete had imput to it. He's a signature od/boost called the Dane around £240, our uncle uses an original nobles, if you can find one my bank manager would be choking me while the wife was kicking ma dead body. 😂🤣😂🥃
As one would expect, the analog tube overdrives have more hair on them than digital options. Digital is great for outdoors and touring, or if you only have $50 you can spend right now on an amp or an overdrive pedal. It changes A to B, and it does it consistently every time. Analog tubes are not only plugged into the frequency and intensity of the signal, they are also tapped into the environment. It’s that which brings out nuances that digital cannot replicate. You just can’t write enough algorithms to predict the sound wave out of a random speaker tied to another lot of tubes being driven by a random coil wrapped around a random set of magnets disrupted by a random set of strings strummed with a variable force on a random night with random relative humidity and random static electricity in the air. Digital gives each bit 2 possible binary outputs. Analog’s possibilities are infinite. I’m BTW, our sound interface is analog.
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The problem, Paul, is that everything you touch sounds great! You should really be getting a commission from these companies. So far, in trying to follow in your footsteps, I bought a Seymour Duncan Quarter Pounder and a Bare Knuckle Stormy Monday for my Tele, a Tone City Sweet Cream and a NU-X Steel Singer. I love them all, but none of them make me sound anything like you. I guess my next purchase will the Page, and then saving up for a Cornell Romany 12. Thanks for the inspiration and for helping me spend my money. My wife is not quite so thankful. ;-)
Ah, thank you Bill! It makes me smile to think I had a hand in influencing your decision 🤣. And yes, I bet your wife probably isn’t too keen on me. Happy noodling Bill!
Awesome video once again ! Thanks Paul...Keep on playing be that lovely human being you seem to be . So rare nowadays 🙏🎸😍
Such a nice comment Belo, thank you 🙏 . And sorry for late reply, it’s been a busy week 🤣
Paul cracked me up in this video playing through that Peavey but honestly I wasn’t surprised. Also some of those licks he’s playing are really awesome. Very tasteful.
Thanks JEUXolim 👍. Cheers for watching
Thank you Paul you are a man who talks a lot of sense that sweet cream pedal is very nice.
Thanks Bob. Yes, since this vid, I’ve put some pedals up for sale - and the Sweet Cream is NOT one of them. 😊
Thanks you for all the humour and good sense you give us, as well as your heartwarming playing.
Ah, thank you Super Reality! Appreciated
One thing I deeply appreciate about these vids is you keep your guitars in tune. As a result, it highlights how tasty your playing is. I have a variety of pedals but always come back to the original tone of the amp/guitar combo itself plugged straight in.
I fix/mod tube amps as a hobby and my favorite tone of the week is coming from a little Akai M8 tube amp I modded from a single-ended to a double-ended configuration with an EF86 driving two EL84s. My non-scientific estimate of power output is maybe 7-8 watts. I put a reverb pedal in front and I am in tonal heaven.
I’m intrigued James! I can imagine that little Akai sounding great!
Always look forward to your videos thank you Paul and have a lovely weekend
Thank you Frank 😊
Magic playing from 10-12 minutes 🤩✌️
Thank you Bosse! Yeah, who needs pedals 🤣🤘
...Sir,...I enjoy & share your attitude!!!...Peace & much-love from Southern Illinois...
Well thank you Randy! And greetings to you in Southern Illinois from cold and windy Edinburgh Scotland 😊👋
My Fuchs Bassman overdrive special has the most wonderful overdrive! When I need more I love my old whiteface RAT, or my Nobels. But overall tube amp overdrive is my favorite. Thanks for your great videos and playing sir!!
Well thank you Jeffrey, cheers 🍻
Great comparison Paul 👍 you're dead right the Sweet Cream sounded great and is all we need but man that Harlot sure is tempting!! 😍
there is a big difference. the harlot is good. i have the jester and the jouster. other drives will just not do. and i have a klon.
Always Enjoy your lessons you have been kind Enough to post !
Thanks zazoomatt 👍. Actually, it’s been a while since I did a guitar lesson vid…. Maybe I’ll get one up soon.
I think the absolutely first thing you HAVE to spend money on, is an AMP you really like/love!
Overdriven Tone through a harsh amp, sounds harsh, no matter how good the pedal is!
I have two amps that pretty much light my fire…5e3 Clone and a Dr Z Z28. The Dr Z actually is all I need for amp tones; however, it handles overdrive and can’t really get to super crunchy without them. For me it really is a question of subtle flavor?
Broadcaster was the winner for me. Before I spend anymore, I’m cycling through what I have on hand to see what is “good enough”.
Great fun watching your posts!
Thanks druwk, I think you’ve hit the nail on the head. Yeah, a great amp and then everything after that is really just subtle differences in flavours. And since pedals are such a rabbit hole it can get expensive quite quickly. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
Your natural talent surpasses the gear Paul. I had a feeling at the start of this journey you would be back where you started! When you played the Sweet Cream in this vid it said it all. it sounded superb and I bought one from listening to an earlier video of yours. It's superb. Thank you.
Thanks Brian. And you know what, you’re right about ending back where I started, in that since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
You inspire me to pick it up and just enjoy meself...
(My highest praise)
Thank you Jonny! Can’t ask for a nicer compliment than that. Cheers
Hi Paul ! Greetings from Akron , Ohio USA ! Love that Cornell amp ! But , of course everything you play sounds great !
1, 6 and 7 are my favorites so far. (first line up)
Love the sound you get with your pedals. I have the MojoMojo and the Broadcast but I don't really get on with them. I love the sound of a Fuzzface but I always sound rubbish with one. First time I used a Tubescreamer I just loved it. Moral of the story is we all sound different...even using the same gear!
Yeah, that’s SO true. Cheers Plantagenant
Really liked the small series of this.
Thanks JavaoftheLava! It was educational for me to do it….. in fact, since doing it, I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
Good stuff Paul! When they come out with a pedal that recreates the feeling of rockin out with your pals in a one car garage with no talent sorry instruments with even worse amps....I'll buy it in a heartbeat.
Love it 🤣. Put me down for one of those too !
That was another great one, Paul. Very interesting, and well presented with the beautiful playing style and tones.
Thank you Chuck, glad you enjoyed it. 😊
Hi Paul, I think that in order to see the difference you truly have to push the pedals to listen to the harrmonics generated by the circuit. I believe that you used all these pedals pretty much as a boost and that's why the results were similar. Truly love your playing, feel and phrases by the way. You are very inspiring!
Wise words about the pedals, good points. And of course, I’m delighted to read that you like my playing. So cheers 🍻
So helpful. Really nice demo. Thank you for taking the time!
Thank you for your thoughtful comment Joe. My pleasure 👍
Love the way you play. I can hear the Knopfler influence
Thanks GregB. Delighted you can hear a Knopfler influence because he’s possibly my greatest guitar hero 😊
That Sweet Cream OD is really nice! Paul, you don't NEED an OD, that JR sounds sweet and nasty by itself!
Great playing as always!
Thanks Stuart 👍
Ive had the same opinion on overdrive pedals for many years now and its this.
You can pay hundreds of pounds or £30 and the overdrive pedals you buy will sound different but similar and its up to you which you prefer but the only reason some pedals are several hundreds of pounds is that they are hand made in the west and labour costs are more expensive in the west and there is nothing wrong with mass produced pedals made in the far east, in many instances they can be better because big companies have more time and money to invest in product development and computer/machine built pedals are always going to be a fraction of the cost of hand built pedals.
Fair point Sid. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
I think you said it all when with your round up thoughts at the end of the film .
That little league amp !!! Made me smile !! We all played through something like that back in the day... I had a little Roland 15watt !!! Box of wasps !!)) Haha I also played through a laney at one point !!! Wish I'd not sold my selmer 50watt head and cabinet !!!!! Steady the ship !!! It's probably worth a mint or two now !!! Oh well the things you lose at sea !!! All the best lad. Have a good weekend .
Raise the main sail ,steady as she goes.
Thank you Songline! Yeah, I hope your Selmer is out there somewhere making some sweet sounds 😊
This video series was very helpful and put me at ease with overdrive pedals. Subbed.
Thanks DavidEric1414 👍. Yeah, doing this wee mini series has taught me something too. And that is that you can get great tone from the really affordable end of the market. And also that your tone really is in your fingers.
I love the Tone City pedals - I have several on my board - excellent video as always Paul
Thanks Les. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Tone City Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
Hello kid, another fine video as always,the only pedals I use nowadays is to drive the car, now onto today's story. A young Irish girl lives in a high rise building in Dublin and one Friday night she's having a shower, she looks down and thinks to herself she needs a trim down below, looks in the cabinet for some hair removal cream but there is none, so she has the brainwave of burning it with an old petrol lighter, unfortunately she sets the whole bush on fire and panics slips on the wet floor and falls right out the window 24 floors up, Pat and Mick staggering home from the pub and Mick looks up and says " look Pat, is that a comet ? " don't be daft Mick, that's a twat alight ". Keep up the good work pal and take care.
I’m reading your joke as I lie in bed just about to fall asleep….. that’ll have me chuckling when I remember it at 3am when I get up for a pee 🤣
So I'm not the only one who can't get through a night without the birdsong peeing, I'm in good company then Paul. You know pal I always really appreciate your replies and my missus thinks you're as puggled as me, take care pal until the next time.
Hey Paul, pedals are indeed like wine. We don't all like the same thing. And it's easy to get convinced that you SHOULD like a particular pedal / wine because it's expensive and /or someone says it's great. We MUST try things for ourselves to see what suits us best. I thought most of your pedals sounded good, even similar to a degree, but I'll bet as the player you found each of them had their own character and feel. I have a fair few ODs myself and find the problem is remembering each pedal's 'sound' when stacked. So I'm on a mission at the moment to arrive at my fave combinations of guitar, amp and pedals. "I may be gone for some time".
Thanks Kevin. Yes, wise words. Well good luck on your mission to find the ideal combination 😊👍
Love ta hear ya plunk, mon
That was lovely Paul, BTW I made that cover for the peavy amp. It must have been good as it's still in one piece, as is the amp ha ha ha.
Thanks Mum. Yes, that cover always reminds me of you. x
Great informative video, with an honest final review........I would be happy with any of them !!.
Thanks Geoffrey 👍
Well done Paul, a super rare honest video on pedals. I have sold all my overdrive pedals but one, and it just happens to have been the cheapest one that I kept. I am lucky enough to own four really nice guitars and my DOD Looking Glass (paid about £120) adds gain or clean boost to my guitars without changing their core flavour. Job done.
Thanks Graeme, I think I’m slowly following your footsteps because I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
@@paulstaffordcook8799 Yeh, that wee sweet cream definately has a thing
Awesome playing and deep overrdrive pedal demo. I own the BD2, but looking for other options. Thanks again Paul 😎👏👏
Thanks Jagercaster. Yeah, there’s SO much choice 🤣
Haha so relieved when you said you didn’t hear much in it either. I was totally lost after #3. I’ve been loving my J Rocket Archer but of curiosity I plugged straight into the deluxe reverb and let the amp + Captor attenuator do it’s thing… oh shit.. I’m pretty sure it sounded better 🤣 Maybe a delay and eq pedal are all I really need in the end? Happy Friday 🍻
Yeah, having too many pedals is just getting me confused 🤣. I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. Cheers Padovann
Interesting shootout Paul. You of course make them shine each and every one. Even the Peavy amp sounded quite OK for some moments there 😀 But really, the most important thing about the tones you get is how you, the musician, control the dynamics and always listen in and adjust for the smallest change in tone along the way while you're playing. Touch sensitivity, ability to put to life what you imagine for the next tone you're gonna play... The details. Uncle Larry talked about it once... the difference in a good and in a superior instrument (I think it was). It is down to the last percentage of details. And to me, regarding pedals - It is the ones that gives me the sought after harmonic's, and inspires me to play for ever and ever.... That's just of course my two pennies' worth ☺
Paul - Your videos share one thing in common with Simon Jarrett's demos of his Kingsley Pedals; for me, the real attraction is your playing (and Simon's). As far as the pedals go, they all sound similar because of your Cornell amp, and its settings. The Hagerman sounded very, VERY different in video #1 due to the ultra clean sound you had on the Marshall. In fact, I loved the way it sounded there. In video #3, it was kind of "...meh." And I agree...your Cornell amp sounds great on its own!
What that tells me is that, for someone like me whose basic amp sound is ultra clean to start with, the 12AX7 pedals are exactly what I need when I want overdrive. There is no solid state pedal I've ever used that gives me the smooth OD sound, dynamic responsiveness, and harmonic richness of tubes given the fact that my basic amp sound is super clean.
So, this video series was super helpful, even though I reached a verdict very different from yours. Thanks for that, and for some great playing! - Vito 😎
Thank you Vito, I enjoyed reading your feedback on the pedals. I’m delighted you liked the vid. Cheers 🍻
Still rocking my old Tube Driver. Most likely a mental thing on my part, as I've used it for years. Just added the Browne Protein to my board, as it really caught my ear. So many good OD boxes out there. We've never had it better as far as choices (wich can be a bad thing as well 😉).
Yeah, the choices seem endless 🤣.
Very helpful. This is consistent with my experience. I think it's more important to get the right eq in the gain stages and diodes etc... Than to just use a tube. And that's why turning up the gain and lowering the master on a tube amp is often disappointing.
Thanks ValueOfNothing 😊. Yes, wise words. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
I agree that each amp has its own flavor for different craving. A couple months ago ive bought a badcat mini cat 2 , its only a 5 watts amp but i love it alot . I dig your butterscotch telecaster !!!! I own a 52 avri tele for a while and its my favorite guitar , ive switch the neck for a american professionnal neck since i like flatter neck radius, it was 7,5. I play this guitar so much im about to do a third refretting on this neck😃 and ive redone a custom radius on it , 9,5 to 14 😎 i like your playing style a bunch , i only discovered youre youtube channel last weekend ... so much great licks to learn from your videos ! Keep on playing😎 playing music is the most honest thing we can do while we live, its very hard to fake it😉
Thank you Pulse Ultra-violet, I’m delighted you like my playing. Wow, you’re about to your 3rd re-fret?! That must be one amazing guitar for you to have bonded with it like that 😊.
Nice playing👌
The very wee-est bit of reverb does wonders...
great sounds Paul. The "clean tone" on the Cornel is actually clipping (overdriving the pre-amp) and sounds great on it's own. listen at 5 min 20 sec. That must colour the sounds of the pedals somewhat. If you were comparing reverb pedals,, would you leave some reverb turned on in the amp itself?
I mean this to be constructive commentary. Love your stuff.
Fair point Eoin. And yes, you’re right, next time I’d try a 100% clean tone before demo’ing drive pedals.
Yeah you always sound good fault you got a really cool attention resolution with your cord soloing a lot of variety let's say and mood which I love. Keep up the good work
Thanks for this series! I have to say my favorite was the Kingsley Page. I could listen to you play that Black Beauty through the Page all day. By the way, your Cornell sounded great as ever and has a beautiful clean tone as well. Cheers Paul
Thank you David. It’s funny you should mention that particular combination (Black Beauty into Page into Cornell). I’ve played that combination pretty much exclusively over the last 7 days. 🙏. Cheers David
That doesn't surprise me! What a sound. It's such a satisfying experience when this searching around for a tone that we all do is rewarded.
Instant sub. Great demo and sublime playing
Well thank you JasonMcFly, appreciated 🍻
Hi Paul! I thought your surprise amp was a peavey bravo valve amp which I have owned since new. I've played it in bands for years. I just use the overdrive channel for gain. No pedals. But not all peaveys are great and I've never liked solid state amps. Keep on rocking Paul! 😎
Your dad's kind of right but then sometimes the correct settings find your ears and suddenly they started making senses all over again.
Me, I rely heavily on my Orange Micro Terror for my gain/drive and lately, the inbuilt overdrive channel on the tiny MG10 or the MG15 sounds really good to my high gain seeking ears.
Thanks David. Yes, I like what you’re saying, about the correct settings eventually finding your ears 😊
Great video, Paul!
Thanks apeeg86 👍
I always love your videos, works of art in themselves. One thought that always haunts me is, doesn't it depend on what type of music one plays as to how tones can be judged? When I play alone, there are tones that I think can't be topped, then I take those same tones into a group setting and... WTF happened to their greatness? I may be tone challenged, that thought keeps haunting me as well, or possibly, there are so many variables in any given situation that just depend on what else is occurring in order to gauge a true response.
Thanks Jeff! And yes, I couldn’t agree more with your comments about context. If you dropped me straight into a band….. boy oh boy, I’d be twiddling like mad trying to change stuff. Typically, that would mean cutting the low end off my sound and maybe dialing in more mids. 🤣
Brilliant thank you Paul
Thank you sniff rat 👍
Paul this was a good enjoyable demo. The price differential between these pedals is significant. But I always think that to get that 5% extra cream you have to pay a lot. I think the Harlot is the best of the bunch for sure but it should be for the money. For me personally buying a Boss BD2 was an eye opener. I have many other more expensive pedals but this just does it for me. And I guess it does not matter what the pedal is it's how it inspires you to play that is important.
Thanks Fast Acesus. Yeah, you’ve hit the nail on the head. You try a bunch of them and you find one that just seems to work. I do like the Boss BD2
Brilliant comparison Paul. I really got something from this video.The Harlot sounded like it really just wanted to be let off the leash. So putting that aside I liked the sweet cream, Hagerman, Mojo and the BD2. I didn't warm to the two Tube screamer pedals which I thought sounded thin. At the moment I'm running a BD2 into a Zoom G5n multi effects where I have a clean boost and then a Honey Drive model. The sweet cream would replace the honey drive model and a TC Spark would give me a clean boost. If I could justify the cash outlay then the Harlot would find a way in there too!!
I know you've got your nice high end guitars and quality amps, but it's good to hear your comments regarding drive pedals and how affordable pedals can do the job.
Thanks Archie. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
The Harlot definitely has that "extra" like it has one more gear to kick into, the SRV of OD pedals. I have to say my personal preference runs toward clarity and dynamics; I have to go with the Broadcast as my favorite.
I like your summary afterglow2020! As it happens, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the Broadcast! It’s just too consistently good to ever get rid of. Cheers for watching 👍
Wise comments, but there is still something in it. I loved the Junior into the Cornell, that was divine. The Peavey sucked, but I’ve heard great tones from you on your Katanas. In fact I’ve gone to the store, set one up the same and quite happy with the tone. Totally usable.
But I’ve heard some lovely tones out of modelers too. Go check out Alex Price’s premium patches. Pretty amazing. I don’t know what matters anymore other than great fingers make great tone. Great tone can be made from a lot of gear. For me, I really love the Page and Minstrel into my Twin. But I’ve had killer tones playing straight into vintage amps as well.
Thanks electricj5. Ooo, the Page / Minstrel into the Fender Twin…. Yeah, bet that sounds sweet!
I did like the Harlot and the SS, but the Hudson Broadcast gets my vote!
Thanks Nigel. Yeah, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the Hudson Broadcast! It’s too consistently good to let it go.
I cannot thank you enough for this video, and especially for your incredibly creative and soulful playing. That part where you begin playing directly to the amp, I just forgot all about pedals and stuff and was in awe of your beautiful phrases and profound musicality. All those Harmonic Minor phrases, and nuances, and those harmonics on top made them unique and not just another typical pentatonic stuff you hear all over the place... I loved it! Also, English not being my native language I hope you don't mind me asking about you super beautiful accent? Is that Irish? Scottish? As an Iranian/Persian (who lives overseas) it reminds me my fellow people of Isfahan, the ancient city of Iran...
Anyhow, I'm a working session player myself and doing mostly soundtracks for all sorts of projects. Recently I was thinking about getting one or two of these tube drive pedals as they just sound gorgeous and meaty. Have you ever tried the Minstrel before? Any video I've watched about that pedal just sounds super delicious and smooth. Please never change and cheers!
Hi Konnective! Sorry for such a late reply. I’m delighted to read such nice compliments about my playing. Thank you, that means a lot, especially coming from a session player such as yourself. As regards my accent…. yes, it’s Scottish. I’ve been in Edinburgh all my life. I’ve never played the Kingsley Minstrel but, like you, it sounds great! In fact, if I had to start my pedal journey all over again, I think I’d just get 2 or 3 Kingsley pedals and be done 🤣. Anyway, thanks again, cheers to you 🍻
@@paulstaffordcook8799 For some reason I missed the YT notification for your comment, sorry about that. Honestly, there is a genuinity, no BS approach, kinda not following the usual trendy guitar scene shenanigans in your playing that is indeed wonderful. I'm not a social media guy myself for some reason, but whenever I get time I try to find inspiring guitar videos here, and looking for Kingsley stuff I found your channel. So far, I've watched a bunch of them and I really love them all. Your playing is sublime, honest and incredibly melodic, which is the most important thing IMHO.
And yeah, since that time I've actually got some Kingsley pedals directly from Simon, and I'm beyond happy with them. Already reamped a lot of tracks in the studio and the result is just great. BTW, I love your clean tone from your guitars, your touch of course, and also the Cornell amp you're playing through. I looked to see if I can find them here in Australia, but sadly there is not a single trace of them anywhere here yet... Anyhow, thanks for your videos, and please never change! Cheers
@@konnektlive Thanks konnektive, and congrats on getting those Kingsley pedals 👍
Hi Paul, brilliant video. When the camera is on the pedals and you are pressing the switches and then playing licks, well I think your playing sounded 1st class. I was extremely jelly and wanted to instantly play some licks myself but I didn't.
Thank you Spawn Dooley 😊
Your videos are great man, such good taste in gear too! From a fellow Paul lol
Well thank you Paul! Appreciated 😊
The volume nob on that jr is the best od
Thanks NorthernMonkey - I know exactly what you mean. It’s such a party piece of that guitar - set up a nice crunch tone based on the guitar pot at no.7…. And then wind to 10 for a tidal wave of power 🤣
I liked the Harlot, the SS and the Page with the Lime. I like the sharpness of the BD-2 but I get what you say in comparison to the SS.
Ok, so we’ve learned something about Paul that we maybe didn’t to know: he likes warm juicy (musical) cuddles 🙈 😂😉
I think the difference is the Valve pedals have better dynamic sensativity. Not that tbey neccessarily sound better while a note is sustaining, but the harmonics come on and fade out more smoothly.
All the pedals sound good but the Harlet is my favorite. It sticks out to me as being the easy choice. Obviously you know how to find the sweetspot in gear
Thanks Mike. Yes, it was hard sending that Harlot back to its owner. 😩
I love it all man
Thank you Chris! Cheers for watching 👍
Hi, Paul. I enjoy watching your videos and hearing your beautiful playing. The Steel Singer pedal sounds really good! Is that the one that you can buy here in the states for under $50? Too good to be true? Please advise. Thanks! WW
Thanks Webb, delighted you’re enjoying my little TH-cam channel. Yes, the NUX Steel Singer I’ve been using is the sub $50 pedal. It has a particular “mid push” to the sound that I find really pleasing, even with the Gain at zero. I personally prefer this to a Tube Screamer. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the Steel Singer 😊
@@paulstaffordcook8799 Well, there ya go. I have a used one on order now at a very good price. It sounds very natural on your video. I have relied on the J.Rockett Silver Archer and/or the Xotic EP Booster for a good while now for live stuff although since Pandemic have not played live much. Anyway, I have been very happy with them and don't really need the SS but, could not resist after hearing yours. Seems to have a subtle, natural sound. Best. WW
horrah :) i'm going to start saving up for my tone city creamer , see even when you were screwing your face up with the Peavey, it still sounded good to me. well at least thats answered a few questions, going on Facebook Marketplace and try and pick me up an old fender champion to go with the pedal then thats me sorted :) thanks for posting pal, enjoyed that :)
Cheers Charlie. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
The Gibson Jnr and an amp. Lovely. Simply the best.
Thanks Anthony 😊
Harlot sounded best to me of the tube boxes Bang for buck gotta be Sweet Cream Mostly all good Have to say decent SS amp and a tube od works very well Sometimes I like a simple circuit when using a great tube amp
Interesting….I use a Soul Food after a tube screamer - just about every sound you’d want, and doesn’t break the bank….
Interesting…. Cheers Jon, I might try that 😊
you need to go through a few pedals until you find one thats right for you which dpends on your tastes and style of playing and is an expensive but also fun thing to do.There are close and subtle differences and if you can play as well as Paul does its more noticeable i think. I just bought a nobels 30th anniversary natural overdrive and for me it knocks everything else out -Kingsley Harlot included. Im selling all my other overdrives now ive found the one.
Thanks for sharing your experience Howard. It’s funny, I’ve never tried the Nobles pedal…. despite it being a favourite of one of my heroes, Tom Bukovac. You’re giving me G.A.S. man!
6:49 My favorite
Thanks Patrick, yeah that Ryra sounded sweet!
Having already known some of your preferences after watching your videos, I believe you would appreciate Cornerstone Gladio pedal. Just saying ;-)
Thanks IsomacTea. Well you know what? I’ve decided to go in the opposite direction and do a pedal board cull 🤣. This 3 part series has been a real eye opener for me. So I’ve just sold 5 pedals and I now declare I’m done! No more pedal purchases for me. (Well, mind you, that Gladio does look kinda cool…. )
You need to try a Minstrel
Hahahaha! Your face when you played through that Peavey.... exactly what I expected.
Here's the rub. You are playing spectacularly good guitars though an equally nice amp and then very subtly pushing that amp with a selection of good quality overdrives. I mean what could go wrong? And yeah they are all going to sound similar, just very slightly different EQ and levels of gain, but you didn't get a bad sound out of the bunch. Mostly because each was set to your taste.
But put ANY of that nice stuff through that $150 Peavey travesty (or an only mildly better Katana) and it will dutifully transform your tone into garbage! LOL!
Cork sniffing aside, I really do love those Kingsley tube drives, and might try to own one some day. I think you hit on the point with the Harlot though, you can pretty much take it anywhere. That versatility makes it worth getting.
And I cannot leave out your beautiful, soulful playing... ;)
Thank you Wes (and sorry for late reply). Yes, it really was disappointing playing through that Peavey….. Actually, since doing this vid, I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
Is it possible that manufacturers put real valves (or tubes as we lowly, miseducated Americans identify them) into the pedals themselves?? I’ve heard rumors that Digitech managed that with some of their multi effects units.
The coolest thing for me was hearing these things identified as valves the first couple of times I did and being able to ascertain for myself that is what they were. By that time, we had already entered an era when people had stopped wanting the newest, latest thing and were starting to reach back into the vintage bin for old, classic stuff.
Paul you said after review that you can say what you want , but can you really ? because here in Canada ( Chinida ) we can’t say shit without asking permission. Sorry to bring it up but I’m pissed ! On a brighter note , great video. I have a $30 behringer tube amp OD pedal that works great and for those looking for a great affordable pedals don’t hesitate, the behringer pedals are gems IMO.
Thanks Ben. Yeah, I’ve never tried a Behringer yet…. but I hear people saying good things.
I see you got the blues driver paul 👍what pedal do you like the best.
Hi Paul. Actually, since filming this vid I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the Boss Bluesbreaker - it’s really good. It definitely has a very pleasing mid push - but not as much as a Tubescreamer. I personally prefer it to the Tubescreamer. In fact, I’ve now sold the Tubescreamer (well, the Tone City Green Tube). I also like that I can power it with batteries if desired, so that I can take it outside with my Katana Air to play for summer tourists.
@@paulstaffordcook8799 Thats awesome it is a great pedal i thought you would like it.
I laughed so hard when you played through the Peavy.🤪😂🤣😆🤣
They are all loud and abrasive. I had a Peavy Renoun twin 12s (I think, maybe 10s) and it was as loud as my Marshall full stack, but sounded like total crap in comparison. 😂
You said it right.
If you want it, get it, but you can definitely get the same sound through a good amp and guitar.
Honestly, if you look up all the great guitar players, they all have one or two have to have pedals and all the rest are a collection of whatever is in the box, some kind of reverb, delay, chorus, or flange depending upon what their signature sound is, but they still sound the way they sound. All the greats have stories about how their pedal boards went out and they just cranked the amps and kept going.
The thing that really matters is...
What motivates you to play?
If buying the most expensive pedals will drive you then drive on, but most people just run what they brung.
Play what you have, make it sound the best you can and people will listen. Guaranteed!!!!!💯🎸
Cheers Paul🤙
Thanks GW, and sorry for late reply (just catching up🤣). Wise words as always… in fact, I’ve just completed a bit of a “cull” on my pedals - got rid of about 6. And I’ve kept the affordable Sweet Cream and Kafir Lime😊
@@paulstaffordcook8799 It's always good to go through your pedals every once in a while and reevaluate what you really use.👌🤙😎
What kind of speaker is in your Cornell?
It’s the stock 12” Jensen. I’ve no plans to change that, as I adore the amp as it is. 👍
@@paulstaffordcook8799 Yes! I wouldn't change a thing. It sounds great!
The rabbit hole is deep with many rooms in the mansion, you'd need to be a professional tap dancer with a photographic memory to accommodate all of your pedals scary to think that's just ODs. 🥃🎶🥃👍😂😂Respect and stay healthy all. PS you might néed a Durple. 😂😂😂😂 Andertons.
Oh man, yeah I’ve not tried that one yet 🤣. Better get saving again.
@@paulstaffordcook8799 I believe it's around £40 and Danish Pete had imput to it. He's a signature od/boost called the Dane around £240, our uncle uses an original nobles, if you can find one my bank manager would be choking me while the wife was kicking ma dead body. 😂🤣😂🥃
As one would expect, the analog tube overdrives have more hair on them than digital options. Digital is great for outdoors and touring, or if you only have $50 you can spend right now on an amp or an overdrive pedal. It changes A to B, and it does it consistently every time. Analog tubes are not only plugged into the frequency and intensity of the signal, they are also tapped into the environment. It’s that which brings out nuances that digital cannot replicate. You just can’t write enough algorithms to predict the sound wave out of a random speaker tied to another lot of tubes being driven by a random coil wrapped around a random set of magnets disrupted by a random set of strings strummed with a variable force on a random night with random relative humidity and random static electricity in the air. Digital gives each bit 2 possible binary outputs. Analog’s possibilities are infinite. I’m BTW, our sound interface is analog.
Thanks Tim, I like your comment. Interesting! (And sorry for late reply - mad busy week).
Hudson broadcast came and went faster than any pedal I've evr seen...yes I hated it.
Did Rory use pedals or just him.
Still a good vid but a lot to compare.
Enjoy whatever
Rory was known to have used the Rangemaster treble booster into a Vox.
Nah….just the Cornell.
Yeah, you might be right nuendo2496 😊
Clever how u make them sound the same.i don't like pedals.u certainly don't need them.
Thanks John.