The MXR Phase 90 was introduced in 1974, by MXR co-founders Keith Barr and Terry Sherwood in Rochester, NY. While the MXR brand is commonly attributed to these two founders, Michael Laiacona—though involved in the early distribution—was not an official co-founder of MXR. The Phase 90 quickly became a go-to phaser effects pedal for electric […]
Recording layered guitar parts can add depth, energy, and movement to your music—but it’s also a technique that requires intention and nuance. In this article, I’ll walk through my go-to approaches for layering rhythm and lead guitars, shaping your stereo field, and enhancing dynamics using plugins and automation. Whether you’re tracking a silky blues lead […]
If you’ve ever wished for authentic single-coil clarity in a humbucker-sized housing—without the usual trade-offs—the Fralin Big Single might be the pickup you’ve been waiting for. Designed by Lindy Fralin as a modern evolution of the Mini-Humbucker, the Big Single manages to be bold, clear, and articulate while side-stepping the familiar buzz and hum that […]