MXR - News and Rumours
You want all the latest news, rumours and everything else there’s to know about MXR? We're happy to oblige: On this page you’ll find everything at a glance – and it’s always up to date!
Joe Bonamassa’s Valuable Advice for Every Guitarist
31 Jan · In a recent interview, Joe Bonamassa explains why an equalizer is so essential to a good guitar sound.
MXR 50th Anniversary Phase 90: Awesome Gold Limited Edition
27 Jan · MXR 50th Anniversary Phase 90 Gold Limited Edition coming in March
MXR Unleashes The Rockman X100
23 Jan · MXR has released the iconic Rockman guitar amp in a new pedalboard-friendly format for NAMM 2025!
Pedal Deals
Pedal Deals: JHS, TC Electronic, EHX, Headrush, and More – Big Brands Offering Big Discounts!
04 Nov 2024 · Check out these pedal deals: Thomann is again offering specials on popular pedals. There will be something for you!
The Top 5 Overdrive Pedals You Need to Know!
25 Sep 2024 · These top 5 overdrive pedals are must-haves for any pedalboard. This article sorts through the endless choice of distortion pedals.
MXR Yngwie Malmsteen Overdrive – Yes, Less is More!
04 Sep 2024 · The MXR Yngwie Malmsteen Overdrive can help your playing stay clean, fluid and dynamic.
Old vs. New
Old vs. New: which Amps and Pedals sound better?
02 Sep 2024 · Do modern amps and pedals always sound better than older versions? Or are we fooling ourselves? Food for thought. Amps and Pedals: Our opinionInnovation vs. TraditionBetter or just different?Practical ...
MXR Layers: The last Ambient Freeze pedal you’ll ever need?
27 Aug 2024 · MXR Layers packs all the right tools to be an ambient effects' powerhouse. The pedal does a lot more than its size would have you think.
Guitar Gear Gems
Guitar Gear Gems: MXR Randy Rhoads & more
13 Aug 2024 · We check out the new MXR Randy Rhoads pedal, and the Audiofab Chonky Boi distortion and Elektra Amanto BBD flanger.
Guitar Deals: MXR, Vox, EHX, Walrus Audio, & Taylor
20 May 2024 · Great Deals on guitar gear at Thomann including significant savings on gear from MXR, Vox, EHX, Walrus Audio, and Taylor.
Understanding Time Signatures: Metre Made Simple
15 Feb 2024 · Understanding time signatures is crucial for your development as a musician. But how can you be certain how many beats you've got to play with?
Guitar Gear Gems: Dunlop Zakk Wylde pedals are back for 2024
06 Feb 2024 · Zakk Wylde and Dunlop announce the new 2024 signature Wah and Rotovibe reissues, celebrating 20 years and Fishman expands the AFX pedal range
MXR Gran Torino Boost Overdrive & Way Huge Geisha Drive
29 Jan 2024 · Dunlop shared a sneak peek at NAMM: The MXR Gran Torino Boost Overdrive and the return of the Way Huge Geisha Drive.
John Myung Interview: Building Dream Theater
15 Jan 2024 · We catch up with the legendary John Myung, a renowned bass guitar virtuoso and co-founder of the progressive rock band, Dream Theater.
Guitar Gear Gems: Randy Rhoads Signature Distortion+ is coming
09 Jan 2024 · This we look at Randy Rhoads Signature Distortion+, and Nembrini Audio's NA 501 Chorus Echo. Plus Smashing Pumpkins are looking for a new guitarist.
NAMM 2024: MXR Joshua Ambient Echo – Classic U2?
02 Jan 2024 · MXR Joshua Ambient Echo offers classic rack delay effects and is named after the classic U2 album filled with Edge's echoes
Jennifer Batten Interview: Playing With The King Of Pop
18 Dec 2023 · In this interview, we catch up with legendary guitarist, Jennifer Batten, as she tells tales of touring with Michael Jackson and Jeff Beck.
Eric Gales Interview: Playing Through The Pain
23 Nov 2023 · We catch up with Eric Gales, a guitar virtuoso who has worked with artists like Mitch Mitchell, Eric Johnson, Santana, and Joe Bonamassa.
Guitar Gear Gems: MXR Zakk Wylde celebrate 20 years
03 Oct 2023 · MXR Zakk Wylde Wilde Audio celebrate 20 years, plus the groovy Microdose Phaser and where is the new Frank Bello Street Driver 48 preamp?
Historic Studios: The Best Recording Studios of All Time
30 Sep 2023 · Some studios have a degree of cultural significance, so we're looking at some of the best recording studios of all time to find out more.
MXR Hybrid Fuzz: Stoner/Psych/Doom Fuzz Face
06 Jun 2023 · The MXR Hybrid Fuzz is the latest pedal from their Custom Shop and features both silicon and germanium transistors in the circuit
7 Guitar Effects Pedals you need to know
11 Feb 2023 · There are thousands of effects pedals out there – but some of them are in a different league. Check out these 7 effects pedals you need to know!