[Where do I buy them first?] The order in which to buy effects pedals [Recommendations for guitar beginners]

Once you have a guitar and an amp, you'll want some effects pedals to achieve the cool sound of your favorite guitarists and bands!

Although,There are so many different types that I don't know which one to choose...

In this article,To help you know what effects and equipment you should buy first and in what order, we'll explain what you should be careful about and what you might regret.

What is an effector?

Functions and roles of effectors

The common scenes where effectors are needed are:

"When you want a sound that can't be produced by an amplifier"

High degree of freedom to customize by combining your favorite sounds one by oneis also one of the major attractions.

[Where to buy?] Check out the different types of effects!

As the name suggests, effectors are"Sound changing machine"However, broadly speaking

• コンパクトエフェクター
• Multi effector

It is divided into two types.

Let's take a look at the general features of each.

	コンパクトエフェクター	Multi effector
Price	Prices vary from a few thousand yen to hundreds of thousands of yen per unit.	2,3 to hundreds of thousands
Features	Depends on the item, but generally simple	Feature packed
Quality	Some can be used for up to 1 yen Expensive doesn't mean good quality	Even at low prices More easy-to-use items Price and quality are roughly proportional
Operability	Even beginners who are not good with machines can use it. Relatively easy to use	Not recommended if you are not good with machines The tens of thousands of entry multi is surprisingly simple and easy to use

Next, we will explain what types of effects are available for each genre.

If we were to list them all, it would be too much to understand, so we've put together a list of carefully selected effects that beginners should have a rough idea of!

Distortion system

This is probably the first effect that many people will learn about.

This is an effect that transforms the clean sound of your amp into a rough rock sound.

This rock sound is popular in the guitar world."Distort"called.

Types of distortion and how they are distinguished

Fuzz > Distortion > Overdrive

Strictly speaking, this is not the only difference, but if we arrange them in order of the severity of the distortion, they look like this.

Space/Sway

Effects that make the sound sound wide, reverberate, or waver are collectively called "spatial" effects.

Many amplifiers have spatial effects built into their functions.

Dynamics

It's very difficult to explain, but dynamics effects are those that even out volume differences and sound particles.

Compressors give the sound a crisp, clear definition, so they are often used in cutting, etc.

How to use effects and necessary items

How to connect an effector

When using one effector

If you have one effector,

Guitar → effects, effects → amp

You will need two shields connecting to the

Here are some affordable and great value recommendations!

Also, don't forget the power supply.

Many effects pedals do not come with adapters, and some are battery-powered and others are not compatible, so it is a good idea to have an adapter on hand.

Since the power supply for effects pedals is prone to causing noise, if you have the budget, we recommend using a power supply like the one below!

When there are two or more effects

If you want to connect two or more effects, in addition to the items mentioned above,You will need a patch cable to connect the effects units together.

If you have three effects pedals you will need two patch cables, if you have four you will need three.

High quality and great value set

[Where to buy first?] Recommended order for buying effects pedals!

[Overall flow] The order in which to buy effects pedals

①Our top pick is the multi-effector!

In this media, we consistently recommend multi-effectors as your first effector!

A multi-effector is recommended for people like those mentioned above!

Multi-effects pedals have evolved dramatically since a few years ago, and are now quite accessible.

You can also buy a multi-effector first and then use it in combination with a compact effector later.

A common usage among intermediate to professional users is to use only distortion effects that you like and use multiple spatial effects!

Affordable price and compact with full functionality

A popular entry-level model with reasonable price and quality

Two popular, high-quality models that are easy to combine with compacts and can be used for a long time

Click here for recommendations and tips on choosing multi-effectors!

①'If it's compact, start with a distortion effector

Although we recommend using a multi-effector, that doesn't mean that compact units are bad.

It might be a good idea to buy one first to see what it's like!

However, if budget is the issue, I would recommend holding off and saving up to buy a multi.

Probably over 9% of people will purchase a distortion type effect as their first compact effect pedal.

A popular classic among beginners is the BOSS brand below.

Both are solid long-selling models.

Many people later incorporate it into their board as a regular member by combining it with their own effects pedals.

Carefully selected only the finest distortions

② Booster-like distortion or spatial effects

Booster distortion

A masterpiece that started the generation of effects pedals

Many professional guitarists use this product! Makes the sound thicker and stronger

Many guitarists use distortion pedals not as a standalone device,I use it in combination with other distortions.

This is because it produces a thicker, more pleasant driving sound.

In such cases, an effect with a low gain that can be used in combination with the main distortion is useful.

Spatial: Delay/Reverb

If you're looking for something spacious at an affordable price, we recommend these!

Although FLAMMA is a relatively new brand, it has gained fans thanks to its outstanding value for money.

If you want a spatial effector of a certain level of quality, it can easily cost you over 2 yen.
At first, it's recommended to deal with spatial effects all at once in multiples!

Use up to 6 effects at the same time!

If you mainly practice at home, you might not want to invest in effects pedals.

High quality digital amplifier is amazing

Especially for those who are thinking about using effects mainly at home,Investing in an amp rather than a pedal will often make you happier quicker.

Financially, an amp alone is less risky and less of a hassle than an effector + amp, and offers better cost performance.

Here are our top picks for home digital amplifiers!

Click here for recommendations and tips on choosing an amplifier for home use!