Boutique Guitar Effects Blog by Dragon Pedals

Tighten your low end without flattening your voice

September 1, 2026

If you’re tracking bass or baritone this September, a few smart pedal choices can keep the weight while sharpening the detail. Plague Carrier works brilliantly...

Gawain Edwards

The Soul of the Circuit: Vintage Components vs. Modern Engineering

August 27, 2026

Walk into any high-end guitar shop or recording studio, and you will eventually overhear a heated debate about "the good old days." Musicians and audio...

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Make the Bank Holiday weekend count

August 25, 2026

If you want focused leads and fat, expressive rhythm, start with Screaming Green for a clear mid-forward push, then reach for Welsh Cake when you...

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Vintage vs Modern Fuzz: Which Belongs on Your Pedalboard - Dragon Pedals

August 20, 2026

There is a unique kind of magic that happens when you step on a fuzz pedal. Unlike the smooth, predictable drive of an overdrive or...

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August Bank Holiday - Plan Your Next Pedal Purchase

August 18, 2026

August Bank Holiday is getting close, so now is the time to plan your next pedal purchase. If you’ve been eyeing a new overdrive, fuzz...

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Tube Screamer mids, clipping, and smarter modern alternatives

August 13, 2026

This article explores why the classic Tube Screamer mid hump, bass roll-off, and clipping recipe works so well in a live mix, then shows how...

Gawain Edwards

Capture vintage fuzz with touch, not just gain

August 6, 2026

B.O.G. Fuzz is our handmade fuzz pedal inspired by late-’60s tones, built for players who want character, fire and dynamic response in the studio. Roll...

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Keep your weekend rig lean without sacrificing character

July 30, 2026

For rehearsals, a minimal fly rig can still hit hard when every pedal earns its place. Try a Chorister into Plague Carrier for presence, bite...

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Want cleaner home recordings when the room is hot and the gain is high?

July 23, 2026

A few smart changes can keep hiss, hum and harshness under control without flattening your tone. Start with pedal order. Put a boost before a...

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Want more drive without losing your guitar’s voice?

July 16, 2026

A transparent overdrive keeps your pick attack, dynamics and guitar character intact, then adds warmth, sustain and edge where you need it. That’s exactly where...

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Want Tube Screamer Character with more Control?

July 9, 2026

Screaming Green is our hand-built boutique overdrive pedal for players who want that familiar mid push, but with extra control over attack, response and feel....

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Overdrive vs Distortion vs Fuzz: Find Your Drive

July 7, 2026

This guide explains how overdrive, distortion and fuzz really differ, then helps you map each flavour to your guitar, amp and musical style. Learn how...

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