Truly hope you enjoy this video. Probably some of the most fun I've ever had making a video. I was truly blown away by the potential of these pedals when combined. Please let me know what your favorite sound from the video was. And if you have the time, please consider leaving a like or share the video with your friends. Every tiny action goes such a long way, and word of mouth is especially powerful. Thank you for being awesome! - Stefan
Hard to chose as everything sounds gorgeous and you play so well so my heart can't chose. But my brain was particularly fascinated by what you did with only three notes. This as not only do you show how a pedalboard is close to eurorack, but that, as some of your pedals really are synthesisers, this is not only close to but actually is modular. And what you do here is also much in the same spirit as eurorack as we often start with something simple like a sawtooth wave and then through a chain of modules make melodies and rhythms that sounds like a big orchestra or a sweet ambient soundscape. Only thing missing really, from being eurorack is the multi coloured spaghetti. Being into eurorack myself I got one, and want several more send and return modules in my rack because even though I can't modulate pedals with cv as easily and much as you can with effects modules, pedals are often better and usually cheaper than their equivalent counterparts in modules. Two pedals I thin I remember seeing in your videos and will get at some point and that makes a pedalboard even more modular is Old Blood Noise Signal Blender and the Expression slider. Yes I hope to see a pedalboard band one day without any guitar or other instruments. Just using some noise and feedback from the circuits or mixer to start building up stuff, and then sending sounds back and forth between the boards for further mangeling and evolution of melodies and beats. On a final note, This guy who also demo pedals need more attention I think. He does not explain much but his melodies are usually really good and sweet: Ambient Endeavours ua-cam.com/video/OH4OS1UIJno/v-deo.html&ab_channel=AmbientEndeavors
because of you i do love meris pedals ... can't recall i ever saw/heard a microcosm ... that has a lot of potential as well ... i never liked fuzz and i still don't ;) thank you stefan
I love everything you do, Stefan. My favourite part was anything with Microcosm in it, as well as the Hedra. By the way, what's your take on virtual pedalboard stompboxes like the Mod Duo X? I love so many standalone effects, but the fact that you can get get an endless rig for the price of just two expensive stompboxes is amazing, I think. What's your opinion? As always, thanks for the amazing content!
Stephan, love this video and the sounds. I commented and asked above, but I really wanted to know what module you used in this video in the Jackson Audio Fuzz?
I never cease to be amazed at how you make a guitar much more than just a guitar, through the judicious use and the right combination of pedals. Synth territory, for sure. I always look forward to your next video.
Let´s go a step further than saying you´re one of the absolutely best, most creative and most audiophil pedal reviewer on UA-cam, but you´re also a cool, awesome and inspiring guy, which we would surely like to drink a beer with. And this is absolutely not standard for the people we watch on UA-cam.
This video changed my life as a musician. It's been a year since I saw it. I completely changed my pedalboard in an attempt to achieve the same result and started playing different music. Thank you, Stefan.
Dude, you seriously need to just make an album, whether it's ambient, or more traditionally-structured songs. I'd play this stuff while trying to go to sleep, or doing story writing. It's really, REALLY that good. Loved all the demos you made up, but 5 and 7 are probably my favs!
Yeah the pedals are cool and all, but the real reason everyone comes to watch these videos is for your playing, these sounds were genius. I could listen to you for hours. Thanks for always making such amazing content.
No idea if it'll ever happen. I feel more than content with using my creativity for these videos. I'm honored you would want to listen though, if a solo album existed
I'm criminally late to this video and your channel, but I just wanted to join the other users who already commented in saying this may be one of the most eye-opening music related experiences I've ever had. You just completely changed my perspective on guitar and what can be achieved with it and I can't thank you enough for that. I was honestly moved to tears by sound 3 especially, it's definitely changing my plans for how to upgrade my board. Cheers!
So unbelievably inspiring. If I ever start to feel bored with guitar, all I need to do is watch one of your videos, and I'm instantly ready to start creating again!
A truly favorite gear geek of the internets you are sir. You have many videos which last many rewatchings and this one surely is now among them. Inspiring stuff.
You are becoming my favorite pedal channel mate. Keep up the fantastic work. This setup is killer. Love your use of these fairly complex effects units. Very very musical.
I especially like how you bring in each pedal individually to show your viewing/listening audience the effect each pedal has in creating the overall sound. This is but one reason why you have such a great channel. Onward to 100k subscribers!
Stefan. Holy moly! I loved all the sounds. Number 7 is a work of genius - or several geniuses, including the various pedal designers/engineers. A couple things stand out for me - I'm 66 and learning ambient styles. First - your playing is so spot-on. It might go unnoticed in the amazing sounds you create. But man! You are a gifted player. Second - your comnent about modular synthesis really hit home for me. The guitar us an instrument. But a pedalboard is also an instrument. I'm thinking differently about my own modest pedalboard. Thank you for the illumination.
8:38 - Incredible progression, reminding of such bands as "HRVRD" and early "U2"! Big up and all the possible respects from me for such level of playing/pedalboard tweaking!!!!!!!
I am absolutely blown away by your riffs. Super inspiring! I seriously hope that you realize how talented of a guitarist you are. Amazing tones as well.
Wow! What you can do with 2 or 3 pedals is incredible. You know exactly what to do with them to get the most out of them. Some EPIC sounds there Stefan and some real inspiration for me. As ever, thanks for all you do.
In awe of these sounds. The pedals are obviously amazing, but only as much as your skillful combination and dialing in of them. As a keys player, I must admit I am a little jealous of the sonic diversity guitarists can dial in with a single instrument now. The gap between a physical instrument with effects and a synthesizer is closing in. It’s all about the modulations and movement of the sound over time… the initial sound matters but not as much as I once thought.
im not exaggerating when i say that after every one of your videos i plug in my pedalboard and start exploring new sounds. your videos and music have inspired me so much when it comes to making music, and they continue to blow my mind every time i watch
@@thepedalzone It's more than that, my friend. It's the harmonic structure and the melodic content, combined with the sounds that make it so beautiful. Tasteful note choices (phrasing). The carefully constructed interplay between one effect and the next. I quickly forget that I'm listening to a guitar and feel as if I'm being taken on an incredible journey - a journey I don't want to end. THAT is what your compositions do, and that is why so many people would gladly purchase an album of yours, without hesitation. Anyone can string a bunch of effects together and make sounds with them; but the way you build layers and tell a story with them and your playing is what moves people so much. I don't know how to better describe it. I hope I did a better job of it, this time lol. Thank you for sharing these gems with us, brother. Appreciated, beyond words.
'Tonal Teamworks' are one of my favourite clicks on YT. Another great addition to the series. The microcosm is such a versatile pedal, seems to hold a different space than the blooper.
"one day you'll see a pedalboard open for your favorite band." Bruh. as long you're the one controlling the board ill buy a ticket to your solo concert. i just come back to your videos to hear your sweet riffs!
Oh my. So difficult to pick a favourite because they are all so beautiful. 7 was in particular. I really love the contrasting drift and percussion you created using the Microcosm. So lovely to hear what you do with that board. Soaring soundscapes and, most important to my ear, amazing melodic harmonies. Just beautiful Stefan ❤
Just a follow-up: I already own a Wampler Latitude Deluxe v2 and a Fulltone Supa Trem2 v2. I must admit, for a while I figured I was done buying tremolo pedals - until I saw your video here, and the way you incorporated it into your work. I was blown away by the Hydra. I figured I'd eventually pick one up (also have Keeley's Eccos and Halo Delays, so this is seems like a natural addition to that line-up). At the end of March, I finally bit the bluet and bought a Hydra. Absolutely love it! The Microcosm remains on my To Buy list for ambient tones. Thanks again, Stefan, for the amazing videos and the gems you share with us. Priceless! Be well, brother.
Damn that enzo mono synth sounds nice! I agree with what you said about modulars and pedals. I use both and have all kinds of ideas for pedals inspired from using guitar with my modular and knowing about all the different modules. I want to see more pedals with CV and pedals that are designed in modular ways.
Oh maan those octa fuzz and Enzo entries on sound 5 and 7 are so epic!! Welcome to the future, i love your music bro! For a drummer like me just starting the immersion into (melodic) experimental music with synths and pedals your channel is such a goldmine of sonic inspirations, thank you so much for sharing your intimate words like this! And please do more experimentations like this one (one's a month?!), watched it two times straight, so beautiful and magic! Hoping that someday we will come to see YOU in a full concert with a drummer and only pedals, guitar and synth, would be awesome, future is coming!!
I’ve seen enough videos on the Microcosm, Enzo and Hedra to expect them to sound amazing, but DAMN that fuzz really surprised me. It sounded so articulate and the octave sound on it sounded like it tracked well. That pedal is definitely on my radar now!
Thankyou Stefan. You are such a beautiful human...you're music fills my heart with such joy that I sometimes avoid watching just so I can delay the pleasure a little longer. Like a walk on a beautiful sunny winters day or the kiss of long lost lover. Do whatever it is that brings you joy my friend, the sounds you create will live in my memory forever.
I don't know if it would fit with the channel (it is called thePEDALzone), but I'd love to some videos on your favorite tunings and how you mic up your amp. You have some of the most pristine audio in the community.
The cosmic power created with your skill of altering sounds is mesmerizing. The ambiance worthy of soundtracking any game or movie with a suitable theme. Great work, and thank you for sharing.
This is probably my most favorite video from you! Love how you really showed all the ways you use these individual effects! I'm definitely wanting a microcosm more than ever. And now I miss the Enzo and Hedra. But dang, never thought I'd want a fuzz so bad - that one is amazing!
Your pedalboard is one the most complex, I've ever seen and heard in my life, and yet your knowledge in how to play to your liking is so refreshing. Hands down man, keep it up!
It's just like learning an instrument. The more time you spend, the more effort you put in, the more comfortable you get with it, and are able to produce the sounds you want when you want. So yeah, if you're new to these effects, then it would definitely be a very complex user experience for sure. I feel very comfortable using these effects though, and know what it takes to get what I want from them. I'm really happy you enjoyed the tones. Means a lot to me 😊
@@thepedalzone Actually yes, I am kinda new to the pedal world, I myself own a Eventide Space and it feel it so complex that it become so overwhelming. Watching you play and pull out sounds, its motivating. Just a quick shout out, thanks to you I bought the Visitor from OBNE. Loved the sound you pull from it.
Another spectacular video! I have Microcosm and the Enzo is being delivered today. Thank you for your channel and information on your pedalboard. Cheers from Chicago!
So good man, that last jam brought all the Bladerunner vibes. Imagine just getting up on stage and blasting that out, one dude and a guitar! Crazy. I'd buy tickets for sure. Thanks for another classic.
WOW! What a brilliant video!!!! I found it fascinating and learned a HUGE amount. I loved it when you 'played' the Hedra, pedalboards as instruments. Love it. Your guitar playing just gets better and better too. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Superb! You are a genius when it comes to creating immense soundscapes with these machines. Sound 3 has really given me some new ideas for Hedra and Enzo - thanks so much for sharing this.
I would love to listen an entire album only made with sounds 5 & 7. You step up your game in every video yo do. Congratulations and thanks to share your ideas, sounds and “how-to”s!
First impressions: the Fuzz is the most incredible of these pedals honestly. The Microcosm and Keeley are both really cool, but they require a lot of learning and fiddling. That Jackson Audio fuzz is amazing from the moment you plug it in, and useable in so many different settings as dirt to full on fuzz to octave - haven't even loaded in the vintage plugin yet because the stock one is soo good.
A new video from you is always rewarding. I truly appreciate the passion you put in these melodies and sounds. And this board is hell of a great playground! :)
@ThePedalZone Hope you finally make an album, I'd love to listen it.. you do not imagine how much inspired I got and how much my guitar and band's sound improved by watching your videos. Your sound and playing are amazing. Not many gear youtube channels are as much creative as you are and this is something to acknowledge and thank. Congrats from Spain!!!!
Dude this is so captivating. That last one...wow. Agree with others, ease put some of your ambient work together for us to enjoy! It's a lot of work but it would surely be worth it. Thanks for the video, super inspiring.
Again Stefan thank you for such a lush (your favourite word !) demo, again it's so creative, you should team up with the Novelller, she's from the same world of sound as you !
Sounds great man! It's inspiring how you can mix all of these ambient and/or idiosyncratic effects into a sound that is still clear and musical. Cheers!
Amazing. Sound #7 is like music from the opening of an epic sci-fi film, something like Blade Runner. Can see a flying car travelling through some rainy neon-drenched futuristic cityscape. Gonna land for some ramen before hunting android fugitives. :)
I agree, you really should make an album or two. Very inspiring to hear what you get out of the pedals. It's much more different than one would think - getting cool sounds without ending up with just a lot of mud. Only one minor comment: your videos often clip (subtle but audible) - maybe you should look into if you have too much gain going on somewhere (not only into your DAW). Best regards from Sweden!
Thank you so much for the kind words! And also thank you for the constructive feedback. Love it when people take time to listen deep and throw me some insight. And yes, I'm aware of that clipping. It was something that started to happen after an Adobe Premiere update. It must have made a change to some of the plugins I use there, how they sound and react. But I do believe I've alleviated the issue since then. The last video I remember that had the slight clipping issue was the Boss SY-200 demo. It annoyed me so much, but it took a while before I figured out what was causing the problem. Hope you feel like the problem isn't as prevalent in more recent videos. Otherwise let me know. Cheers!
@@thepedalzone thank you! Oh, I figured it was from somewhere else in your signal chain. Sure, I'm so sensitive to digital clipping so I'll definitely let you know if there is any in your new videos! 😁 btw, can you please make a video on getting great sounds with post rock tremolo picking? I'm so frustrated by it cause I can't get it with right. Either it's muddy or it doesn't have any bite... I'm using cascading delays, reverbs, before and after amp etc etc but it never gets to the point I want it. Thanks again for your lovely videos!
Thanks, buddy! Means a lot 🙏 Enzo is just such a glorious machine. I've had it since the day it hit the market (actually a bit before, since I got an early demo unit), and still I feel like every day with it is fresh and new. There's just so much stuff to explore in it. It's one of the few pedals where I actually feel you get access to actual new instruments through it. It's like getting at least 4 new instruments when you place that golden wonder on your board 😊
I moved 2000km away from my home last year with just a suitcase, your videos make me miss my electric guitar soooooo much more everyday, you are such an inspiration to make music! For now it's just my acoustic with a lot of imagination I guess :) .Hej från Sverige!
I can't believe it But this pedals aré really amazing You make what my head Explode Thanks for open my panoram in the sounds to my set up Congrats excellent video!!!
Truly hope you enjoy this video. Probably some of the most fun I've ever had making a video. I was truly blown away by the potential of these pedals when combined. Please let me know what your favorite sound from the video was. And if you have the time, please consider leaving a like or share the video with your friends. Every tiny action goes such a long way, and word of mouth is especially powerful. Thank you for being awesome! - Stefan
Hard to chose as everything sounds gorgeous and you play so well so my heart can't chose. But my brain was particularly fascinated by what you did with only three notes. This as not only do you show how a pedalboard is close to eurorack, but that, as some of your pedals really are synthesisers, this is not only close to but actually is modular. And what you do here is also much in the same spirit as eurorack as we often start with something simple like a sawtooth wave and then through a chain of modules make melodies and rhythms that sounds like a big orchestra or a sweet ambient soundscape. Only thing missing really, from being eurorack is the multi coloured spaghetti.
Being into eurorack myself I got one, and want several more send and return modules in my rack because even though I can't modulate pedals with cv as easily and much as you can with effects modules, pedals are often better and usually cheaper than their equivalent counterparts in modules.
Two pedals I thin I remember seeing in your videos and will get at some point and that makes a pedalboard even more modular is Old Blood Noise Signal Blender and the Expression slider.
Yes I hope to see a pedalboard band one day without any guitar or other instruments. Just using some noise and feedback from the circuits or mixer to start building up stuff, and then sending sounds back and forth between the boards for further mangeling and evolution of melodies and beats.
On a final note, This guy who also demo pedals need more attention I think. He does not explain much but his melodies are usually really good and sweet:
Ambient Endeavours
ua-cam.com/video/OH4OS1UIJno/v-deo.html&ab_channel=AmbientEndeavors
because of you i do love meris pedals ... can't recall i ever saw/heard a microcosm ... that has a lot of potential as well ... i never liked fuzz and i still don't ;) thank you stefan
I love everything you do, Stefan. My favourite part was anything with Microcosm in it, as well as the Hedra. By the way, what's your take on virtual pedalboard stompboxes like the Mod Duo X? I love so many standalone effects, but the fact that you can get get an endless rig for the price of just two expensive stompboxes is amazing, I think. What's your opinion? As always, thanks for the amazing content!
Stephan, love this video and the sounds. I commented and asked above, but I really wanted to know what module you used in this video in the Jackson Audio Fuzz?
I never cease to be amazed at how you make a guitar much more than just a guitar, through the judicious use and the right combination of pedals. Synth territory, for sure. I always look forward to your next video.
Let´s go a step further than saying you´re one of the absolutely best, most creative and most audiophil pedal reviewer on UA-cam, but you´re also a cool, awesome and inspiring guy, which we would surely like to drink a beer with. And this is absolutely not standard for the people we watch on UA-cam.
Agreed 110%
I'm just happy he doesn't play blues licks
stefan is awesome! best pedal channel ever!
What about knobs?
This video changed my life as a musician. It's been a year since I saw it. I completely changed my pedalboard in an attempt to achieve the same result and started playing different music. Thank you, Stefan.
Dude, you seriously need to just make an album, whether it's ambient, or more traditionally-structured songs. I'd play this stuff while trying to go to sleep, or doing story writing. It's really, REALLY that good.
Loved all the demos you made up, but 5 and 7 are probably my favs!
You are beyond kind, good sir. THANK YOU! ❤
@@thepedalzone He is right, Stefan. I and many others would gladly buy an album of yours, without hesitation.
Unbelievable how powerful this is Stephan! I'm almost speechless after watching this over morning coffee. Thanks for making this!
Awwww! Cheers, bud. Really happy you liked it, and great that it could be the soundtrack to your morning coffee ☺
Yeah the pedals are cool and all, but the real reason everyone comes to watch these videos is for your playing, these sounds were genius. I could listen to you for hours. Thanks for always making such amazing content.
01:52 - Sound 1: JA Fuzz, Keeley Hydra, Keeley Eccos
04:23 - Sound 2: Keeley Eccos, Hologram Electronics Microcosm
05:30 - Sound 3: Meris Enzo, Meris Hedra, Hologram Electronics Microcosm, Keeley Hydra
08:17 - Sound 4: CBA Thermae, Hologram Electronics Microcosm, Keeley Hydra
09:54 - Sound 5: Meris Hedra, JA Fuzz
11:06 - Sound 6: Hologram Electronics Microcosm, Keeley Hydra
11:06 - Sound 7: Hologram Electronics Microcosm, Meris Enzo, Meris Hedra, Keeley Hydra
Mate, when are you going to put out an album? We are all waiting.
No idea if it'll ever happen. I feel more than content with using my creativity for these videos. I'm honored you would want to listen though, if a solo album existed
@@thepedalzone Booo!!!! Do it! You inspire the creators, it would be well received
First track: "I hope you think this picture smells great" lol
@@thepedalzone Just marry the 2 - just take all those beautiful demos and edit them into 20 min blocks. I'd totally zone out to a playlist like that
Also awaiting something you put out! Between your playing and sound creation, I'd have a new favorite artist 🍻
Tienes calidad de sobra!
That Hedra and Enzo combo was mesmerizing
Yeah, it's such a sonic dream team. Happy you enjoyed it!
You are a kick ass synth guitarist. Your music sounds like if Vangelis was a Post Rock guitarist
This is probably one of the best comments I've ever received. Vangelis as a Post-Rock guitarist. Yes please!! THANK YOU ❤
Those magical machines would be nothing without a Wizard..
So inspiring, thank you!
Really kind of you! Thank you 🙏
A year later, this video is still on regular rotation. Very inspiring
I'm criminally late to this video and your channel, but I just wanted to join the other users who already commented in saying this may be one of the most eye-opening music related experiences I've ever had. You just completely changed my perspective on guitar and what can be achieved with it and I can't thank you enough for that. I was honestly moved to tears by sound 3 especially, it's definitely changing my plans for how to upgrade my board. Cheers!
I didn't know how badly I needed an Enzo in my life.
Enzo is life! :)
Enzo, Hedra & Microcosm is just a match made in heaven! 🥰🚀
Sure is! Happy you liked it 😊
I was on my way to comment the exact same thing. Awesome!
Those Enzo swells are amazing!
Agreed. I have the Polymoon and the Mercury 7 (and absolutely love them), but need the Enzo and the Hedra (and the Microcosm) in my life.
So unbelievably inspiring. If I ever start to feel bored with guitar, all I need to do is watch one of your videos, and I'm instantly ready to start creating again!
your intuition and knowledge of these pedals is insane
Thank you! Very kind of you to say 🙏
the rapid tremolo on the reverb at the end! very trippy in headphones and the stereo
Yeah! The Hydra is super cool in stereo 😊
Wow… stunning. These pedals are amazing, but it takes a player to draw out the music. And you do that so well Stefan, every time. Amazing!
Oh boy! Thank you so much. Your kindness warms my heart ❤
you got the right idea...start a pedal effects channel to fullfill your dreams. You got ALL the killer effects.
A truly favorite gear geek of the internets you are sir. You have many videos which last many rewatchings and this one surely is now among them. Inspiring stuff.
Buddy! THANK YOU!
My pedalboard looks back at me and it seems so prehistoric. Beautiful man!!
You are becoming my favorite pedal channel mate. Keep up the fantastic work. This setup is killer. Love your use of these fairly complex effects units. Very very musical.
I especially like how you bring in each pedal individually to show your viewing/listening audience the effect each pedal has in creating the overall sound. This is but one reason why you have such a great channel. Onward to 100k subscribers!
Absolutely breathtaking! Thank you for not just inspiring, but also sharing and being so humble! Salute!
Oh boy! Thank you so much for your kind words. Goes straight to heart
Stefan. Holy moly! I loved all the sounds. Number 7 is a work of genius - or several geniuses, including the various pedal designers/engineers.
A couple things stand out for me - I'm 66 and learning ambient styles.
First - your playing is so spot-on. It might go unnoticed in the amazing sounds you create. But man! You are a gifted player.
Second - your comnent about modular synthesis really hit home for me.
The guitar us an instrument. But a pedalboard is also an instrument. I'm thinking differently about my own modest pedalboard.
Thank you for the illumination.
Absolutely loved this video. This is where your creativity really shines through
Thank you so much! Definitely had a blast making this video ❤
8:38 - Incredible progression, reminding of such bands as "HRVRD" and early "U2"! Big up and all the possible respects from me for such level of playing/pedalboard tweaking!!!!!!!
Sound 3 composition is magical!
Gosh! Thank you so much ❤️
Dude, you really need to release these mini compositions as an album/compilation!
You’re a master , i totally escape from reality with your landscape sounds!
Oh wow! Thank you so much! Honored to hear that my videos are able to provide you with moments of zen 😊🙏
The sounds gotten here are freak'n amazing!! Stefan is a Wizard!!
Thank you SO MUCH, Eric ❤
That synth sounds... Gorgeous!
Cheers! Enzo is a wonderful synth machine
"pictures full of dreams and ideas" - that's cool bro! Sweet tones too. thanks for sharing with the world - we are listening
Sound 3 is absolutely beautiful!!
Thank you!
I am absolutely blown away by your riffs. Super inspiring! I seriously hope that you realize how talented of a guitarist you are. Amazing tones as well.
Awwwww! Thank you. Truly warms my heart ❤
That last sound was just something ethereal. Thank you for this so much.
Thank you for watching and commenting. Your kindness made my day ❤
Every video is full of new ideas and wonderful sounds.
So much fun! Thank you for the inspiration.
You are so welcome! Just makes me happy to hear you find the videos helpful and inspiring. Makes it all worth it 🙏
Wow! What you can do with 2 or 3 pedals is incredible. You know exactly what to do with them to get the most out of them. Some EPIC sounds there Stefan and some real inspiration for me. As ever, thanks for all you do.
Beautiful playing and sounds. We need your solo album!
Awww! Thanks!
In awe of these sounds. The pedals are obviously amazing, but only as much as your skillful combination and dialing in of them. As a keys player, I must admit I am a little jealous of the sonic diversity guitarists can dial in with a single instrument now. The gap between a physical instrument with effects and a synthesizer is closing in. It’s all about the modulations and movement of the sound over time… the initial sound matters but not as much as I once thought.
im not exaggerating when i say that after every one of your videos i plug in my pedalboard and start exploring new sounds. your videos and music have inspired me so much when it comes to making music, and they continue to blow my mind every time i watch
Absolutely superb video, brother. Soundscape Heaven, achieved :-). The sonic textures you created with Sounds #6 and #7 blew my mind. So gorgeous.
Very very kind of you. Thank you. Means a lot to me that you enjoyed the sounds so much ❤
@@thepedalzone It's more than that, my friend. It's the harmonic structure and the melodic content, combined with the sounds that make it so beautiful.
Tasteful note choices (phrasing). The carefully constructed interplay between one effect and the next.
I quickly forget that I'm listening to a guitar and feel as if I'm being taken on an incredible journey - a journey I don't want to end.
THAT is what your compositions do, and that is why so many people would gladly purchase an album of yours, without hesitation.
Anyone can string a bunch of effects together and make sounds with them; but the way you build layers and tell a story with them and your playing is what moves people so much.
I don't know how to better describe it. I hope I did a better job of it, this time lol.
Thank you for sharing these gems with us, brother. Appreciated, beyond words.
It's crazy what you did using these pedals. I'm speechless. The first sound is supperb.
'Tonal Teamworks' are one of my favourite clicks on YT. Another great addition to the series. The microcosm is such a versatile pedal, seems to hold a different space than the blooper.
"one day you'll see a pedalboard open for your favorite band." Bruh. as long you're the one controlling the board ill buy a ticket to your solo concert. i just come back to your videos to hear your sweet riffs!
So sweet of you. Thank you ❤
Oh my. So difficult to pick a favourite because they are all so beautiful. 7 was in particular. I really love the contrasting drift and percussion you created using the Microcosm. So lovely to hear what you do with that board. Soaring soundscapes and, most important to my ear, amazing melodic harmonies. Just beautiful Stefan ❤
Just a follow-up: I already own a Wampler Latitude Deluxe v2 and a Fulltone Supa Trem2 v2. I must admit, for a while I figured I was done buying tremolo pedals - until I saw your video here, and the way you incorporated it into your work. I was blown away by the Hydra. I figured I'd eventually pick one up (also have Keeley's Eccos and Halo Delays, so this is seems like a natural addition to that line-up).
At the end of March, I finally bit the bluet and bought a Hydra. Absolutely love it!
The Microcosm remains on my To Buy list for ambient tones.
Thanks again, Stefan, for the amazing videos and the gems you share with us. Priceless!
Be well, brother.
I can’t believe all that came out of a board that size! Freakin amazing!!!
Cheers! Yeah, it's fairly compact, but it's some insanely powerful machines that are on there 😊
OMG the tonez. Love it!
Thank you! Really happy you enjoyed the tones and tunes 😊
Damn that enzo mono synth sounds nice! I agree with what you said about modulars and pedals. I use both and have all kinds of ideas for pedals inspired from using guitar with my modular and knowing about all the different modules. I want to see more pedals with CV and pedals that are designed in modular ways.
Oh maan those octa fuzz and Enzo entries on sound 5 and 7 are so epic!!
Welcome to the future, i love your music bro! For a drummer like me just starting the immersion into (melodic) experimental music with synths and pedals your channel is such a goldmine of sonic inspirations, thank you so much for sharing your intimate words like this!
And please do more experimentations like this one (one's a month?!), watched it two times straight, so beautiful and magic!
Hoping that someday we will come to see YOU in a full concert with a drummer and only pedals, guitar and synth, would be awesome, future is coming!!
I’ve seen enough videos on the Microcosm, Enzo and Hedra to expect them to sound amazing, but DAMN that fuzz really surprised me. It sounded so articulate and the octave sound on it sounded like it tracked well. That pedal is definitely on my radar now!
Thankyou Stefan. You are such a beautiful human...you're music fills my heart with such joy that I sometimes avoid watching just so I can delay the pleasure a little longer. Like a walk on a beautiful sunny winters day or the kiss of long lost lover. Do whatever it is that brings you joy my friend, the sounds you create will live in my memory forever.
I don't know if it would fit with the channel (it is called thePEDALzone), but I'd love to some videos on your favorite tunings and how you mic up your amp. You have some of the most pristine audio in the community.
The cosmic power created with your skill of altering sounds is mesmerizing. The ambiance worthy of soundtracking any game or movie with a suitable theme. Great work, and thank you for sharing.
Wow, thank you! Really means a lot. Help making a soundtrack for a game would be a dream come true 😊
This is probably my most favorite video from you! Love how you really showed all the ways you use these individual effects! I'm definitely wanting a microcosm more than ever. And now I miss the Enzo and Hedra.
But dang, never thought I'd want a fuzz so bad - that one is amazing!
Your pedalboard is one the most complex, I've ever seen and heard in my life, and yet your knowledge in how to play to your liking is so refreshing. Hands down man, keep it up!
It's just like learning an instrument. The more time you spend, the more effort you put in, the more comfortable you get with it, and are able to produce the sounds you want when you want. So yeah, if you're new to these effects, then it would definitely be a very complex user experience for sure. I feel very comfortable using these effects though, and know what it takes to get what I want from them. I'm really happy you enjoyed the tones. Means a lot to me 😊
@@thepedalzone Actually yes, I am kinda new to the pedal world, I myself own a Eventide Space and it feel it so complex that it become so overwhelming. Watching you play and pull out sounds, its motivating. Just a quick shout out, thanks to you I bought the Visitor from OBNE. Loved the sound you pull from it.
Another spectacular video! I have Microcosm and the Enzo is being delivered today. Thank you for your channel and information on your pedalboard. Cheers from Chicago!
These videos are actual pieces of art! ❤️
Inspiring! Thanks for the video. Well made and played.
Hey, thanks! Means a lot to me ❤
So good man, that last jam brought all the Bladerunner vibes. Imagine just getting up on stage and blasting that out, one dude and a guitar! Crazy. I'd buy tickets for sure. Thanks for another classic.
I enjoyed all the sounds the most!
Awwwwww ❤
7 tons of fun. That last one was a whole new blade runner soundtrack experience.
Thanks! Really happy you liked it
WOW! What a brilliant video!!!! I found it fascinating and learned a HUGE amount. I loved it when you 'played' the Hedra, pedalboards as instruments. Love it. Your guitar playing just gets better and better too. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Will you ever do a dedicated Microcosm pedal video? Would love to see more of your take on it!
Wow incredible combination !
Thank you very much! I'm really happy with how these sounds turned out as well.
And this is just one guitar..., wow! ❤️
Yup. Once you go stereo, it's hard to go back 😊
Cool pedal setup and sounds Stefan! What guitar tuning are you in for Sound 4?
Thanks, man! Means a lot. I'm in Drop-D throughout the entire video 😊
Superb! You are a genius when it comes to creating immense soundscapes with these machines. Sound 3 has really given me some new ideas for Hedra and Enzo - thanks so much for sharing this.
I would love to listen an entire album only made with sounds 5 & 7. You step up your game in every video yo do. Congratulations and thanks to share your ideas, sounds and “how-to”s!
The stuff at 6:15 made me buy three pedals
First impressions: the Fuzz is the most incredible of these pedals honestly. The Microcosm and Keeley are both really cool, but they require a lot of learning and fiddling. That Jackson Audio fuzz is amazing from the moment you plug it in, and useable in so many different settings as dirt to full on fuzz to octave - haven't even loaded in the vintage plugin yet because the stock one is soo good.
I know this is an old video by now but that fuzz tone is insane
Happy you enjoyed the sounds. The Jackson Audio FUZZ is killer!
A new video from you is always rewarding. I truly appreciate the passion you put in these melodies and sounds. And this board is hell of a great playground! :)
Wow...the sounds you get are like getting transported to another planet and getting super high lol. You have a unique talent. Keep up the good work 👏
Ha! Thank you so much, man! Always reaching for those sky-high interstellar tones 😊
Always excited to see one of your videos pop up! And another great one as always!
That stereo tremolo caught me offguard haha HOW COOL
@ThePedalZone Hope you finally make an album, I'd love to listen it.. you do not imagine how much inspired I got and how much my guitar and band's sound improved by watching your videos. Your sound and playing are amazing. Not many gear youtube channels are as much creative as you are and this is something to acknowledge and thank. Congrats from Spain!!!!
Dude this is so captivating. That last one...wow.
Agree with others, ease put some of your ambient work together for us to enjoy! It's a lot of work but it would surely be worth it. Thanks for the video, super inspiring.
Again Stefan thank you for such a lush (your favourite word !) demo, again it's so creative, you should team up with the Novelller, she's from the same world of sound as you !
Sounds great man! It's inspiring how you can mix all of these ambient and/or idiosyncratic effects into a sound that is still clear and musical. Cheers!
Thank you so much! Really means a lot to me 🙏
Amazing. Sound #7 is like music from the opening of an epic sci-fi film, something like Blade Runner. Can see a flying car travelling through some rainy neon-drenched futuristic cityscape. Gonna land for some ramen before hunting android fugitives. :)
I agree, you really should make an album or two. Very inspiring to hear what you get out of the pedals. It's much more different than one would think - getting cool sounds without ending up with just a lot of mud. Only one minor comment: your videos often clip (subtle but audible) - maybe you should look into if you have too much gain going on somewhere (not only into your DAW). Best regards from Sweden!
Thank you so much for the kind words! And also thank you for the constructive feedback. Love it when people take time to listen deep and throw me some insight. And yes, I'm aware of that clipping. It was something that started to happen after an Adobe Premiere update. It must have made a change to some of the plugins I use there, how they sound and react. But I do believe I've alleviated the issue since then. The last video I remember that had the slight clipping issue was the Boss SY-200 demo. It annoyed me so much, but it took a while before I figured out what was causing the problem. Hope you feel like the problem isn't as prevalent in more recent videos. Otherwise let me know. Cheers!
@@thepedalzone thank you! Oh, I figured it was from somewhere else in your signal chain. Sure, I'm so sensitive to digital clipping so I'll definitely let you know if there is any in your new videos! 😁 btw, can you please make a video on getting great sounds with post rock tremolo picking? I'm so frustrated by it cause I can't get it with right. Either it's muddy or it doesn't have any bite... I'm using cascading delays, reverbs, before and after amp etc etc but it never gets to the point I want it. Thanks again for your lovely videos!
He’s becoming the Mr. Rodgers of pedal demonstrators.
Yes Stefan, I will be your neighbor.
Sweet! Let's hang and jam!
I'm really looking forward to your top pedals of the year video, I hope you had a good 2021.
This was awesome Stefan. I agree with many here that there should be a release of these pieces in some form.
Thank you so much for your kindness ❤
Thank you. You are a Master. Live long and prosper. I hope you make a video of that Fuzz pedal and your settings it sounded awesome with the Hedra.
I’m loving that pedal board!!
Thanks!
DUDE. Gorgeous sounds as always-using the Enzo trails as a sort of set-and-forget sound source is one of my new favorite things!
Thanks, buddy! Means a lot 🙏 Enzo is just such a glorious machine. I've had it since the day it hit the market (actually a bit before, since I got an early demo unit), and still I feel like every day with it is fresh and new. There's just so much stuff to explore in it. It's one of the few pedals where I actually feel you get access to actual new instruments through it. It's like getting at least 4 new instruments when you place that golden wonder on your board 😊
Example 5 was so darn cool!
Thank you!!
My pedalboard envy is almost as MASSIVE as your tones!!
Superb Stefan, quality content every time.
Awwww! Thank you 🙏
I moved 2000km away from my home last year with just a suitcase, your videos make me miss my electric guitar soooooo much more everyday, you are such an inspiration to make music! For now it's just my acoustic with a lot of imagination I guess :) .Hej från Sverige!
Great video! I've been playing guitar for decades, but I'm totally new to playing this kind of music. Your channel has been most helpful, thanks!
Thank you so much! Really honored to hear you find the videos helpful in your journey into new music genres 😊
More videos like this! If you ever moved to Jacksonville Florida, I'd happily be in band with you!
Thank you! Definitely want to make more Pedalboard videos
Yeah!!! My dream become true
Awwww, man! Thank you so much. Means the world to me 🙏
I can't believe it
But this pedals aré really amazing
You make what my head Explode
Thanks for open my panoram in the sounds to my set up
Congrats excellent video!!!
Awwww! Thank you so much for the ultra kind words 🙏
nice shirt, Do Make Say Think is lit
Cheers! Yeah, they are amazing. Picked the shirt up when they played in Denmark. One of the best concerts I've ever been to in my entire life.
Awesome as always!
Thaaaaaanks! 😊
Love Meris pedals. Actually all pedals because their FUN!
Pedals are indeed fun. Meris pedals are just super fun