Re: So... Tube Screamers.
IIRC the difference between the two is 1 silicon diode (symmetrical vs. asymmetrical clipping)
This. What you get from a tubescreamer pedal really depends on what you want from them. They are not transparent, they are not a good 'dimension' pedal in the same was a klon or an EP boost are (arguably the EP and klon differ in function but they both are tone enhancers). What they do brilliantly is cut through dense mixes and make your guitar stand out.
I think bass and treble controls rather miss the point of a tubescreamer, though they are nonetheless appreciated. But, if you're using a tubescreamer you probably don't wnat bass. You probably want a gentler treble. By and large, you're just looking for a good place to put your guitar in the mix so it sounds good and you don't step on anyone's frequencies.
There are literally some tubescreamers out there. How many, I have no idea. But, without any knowledge of audio engineering in any capacity, and with extremely limited first hand knowledge, I can say I like some of the guitar sounds I make, that come from a boss SD-1. Modified of course.
Originally posted by John E Rokker
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There are literally some tubescreamers out there. How many, I have no idea. But, without any knowledge of audio engineering in any capacity, and with extremely limited first hand knowledge, I can say I like some of the guitar sounds I make, that come from a boss SD-1. Modified of course.
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