• Here’s an early Digitech Whammy II In for a repair. • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #whatsonyourbench #workbench #workshop @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #repairshop #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #digitechwhammy #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Here’s an early Digitech Whammy II In for a repair. • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #whatsonyourbench #workbench #workshop @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #repairshop #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #digitechwhammy #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Here’s a simple passive volume / tone box going out to Chris Poland (@officialchrispoland , ex @megadeth ). Got a need for a custom piece? Get in touch! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #chrispoland #megadeth
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    Here’s a simple passive volume / tone box going out to Chris Poland (@officialchrispoland , ex @megadeth ). Got a need for a custom piece? Get in touch! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #chrispoland #megadeth
  • Here’s another fun repair from the batch of Wilco stuff. A @vauxflores glitchy fuzz. • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @wilco @theloftchicago #wilco #workshop #workbench #whatsonyourbench #guitarrepair #repairshop
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    Here’s another fun repair from the batch of Wilco stuff. A @vauxflores glitchy fuzz. • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @wilco @theloftchicago #wilco #workshop #workbench #whatsonyourbench #guitarrepair #repairshop
  • Another repair for my friends (and neighbors) at @theloftchicago This one actually works fine - it just sounds “broken” (like much of the Death By Audio stuff - and, I mean that in a good way). • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #workshop #workbench #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #distortionpedal #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #whatsonyourbench #electronicsrepair #repairshop #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #wilco #deathbyaudio
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    Another repair for my friends (and neighbors) at @theloftchicago This one actually works fine - it just sounds “broken” (like much of the Death By Audio stuff - and, I mean that in a good way). • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #workshop #workbench #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #distortionpedal #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #whatsonyourbench #electronicsrepair #repairshop #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #wilco #deathbyaudio
  • Someday, everyone will tell their grandkids about the great Wilco pedal repairs of 2019! Here’s another one from the batch: a Snarling Dogs overdrive / distortion. This one had a lifted input jack pad on the pcb - likely due to age. It’s now better than new! Maybe we’ll hear this on a future @wilco or @jeff_tweedy song. • • • • • • @theloftchicago #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #workshop #workbench #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #distortionpedal #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #whatsonyourbench #electronicsrepair #repairshop #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #wilco
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    Someday, everyone will tell their grandkids about the great Wilco pedal repairs of 2019! Here’s another one from the batch: a Snarling Dogs overdrive / distortion. This one had a lifted input jack pad on the pcb - likely due to age. It’s now better than new! Maybe we’ll hear this on a future @wilco or @jeff_tweedy song. • • • • • • @theloftchicago #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #workshop #workbench #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #distortionpedal #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #whatsonyourbench #electronicsrepair #repairshop #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #wilco
  • Another successful guitar pedal building class in the books! All four students completed the course with a working pedal they built themselves! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Another successful guitar pedal building class in the books! All four students completed the course with a working pedal they built themselves! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • This pedal likely has way better stories than you and I. This classic @ehx 16 Second Delay belonging to @nelscline came into the shop for a little TLC. It’s now ready for another few decades of making music. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #workbench #workshop #pedalrepairs @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #wilco #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects @wilco @theloftchicago #whatsonyourbench #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #nelscline
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    This pedal likely has way better stories than you and I. This classic @ehx 16 Second Delay belonging to @nelscline came into the shop for a little TLC. It’s now ready for another few decades of making music. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #workbench #workshop #pedalrepairs @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #wilco #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects @wilco @theloftchicago #whatsonyourbench #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #nelscline
  • Here’s a new Alchemy Audio custom wah fresh off the bench. This one features true bypass switching + LED. A two position tone switch selects between stock and Zack Wylde / Jimi Hendrix model. Our custom spec potentiometer provides a warm, smooth “wow” voice - which would sound equally as good on bass. The cherry on top is the Alchemy Audio rivet badge and matching pink LED and tread! For sale! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #wah #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #wahpedal @joe.gagan #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #wahwah @popularmechanics
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    Here’s a new Alchemy Audio custom wah fresh off the bench. This one features true bypass switching + LED. A two position tone switch selects between stock and Zack Wylde / Jimi Hendrix model. Our custom spec potentiometer provides a warm, smooth “wow” voice - which would sound equally as good on bass. The cherry on top is the Alchemy Audio rivet badge and matching pink LED and tread! For sale! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #wah #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #wahpedal @joe.gagan #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #wahwah @popularmechanics
  • Here’s a fun one! A rack mounted ProCo R2DU dual Rat. We modified the circuit to coax a bit more bass out of it and added a three position diode clipping switch. We also upgraded the LED’s on the unit as well as the footswitch. Stomp on something special! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #procorat #ratdistortion #rackmount @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #studiogear #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #tonemob #rigrundown
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    Here’s a fun one! A rack mounted ProCo R2DU dual Rat. We modified the circuit to coax a bit more bass out of it and added a three position diode clipping switch. We also upgraded the LED’s on the unit as well as the footswitch. Stomp on something special! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #procorat #ratdistortion #rackmount @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #studiogear #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #tonemob #rigrundown
  • In its stock form, the classic DOD 250 overdrive is one of the best “bang for your buck” pedals out there. That doesn’t mean there isn’t room for improvement. Our mod returns it to the classic “grey version” specs and adds a three position diode clipping switch. We also add a relay-based true bypass switching system (designed by our friend Mike at @nativeaudio ) + LED. Stomp on something special! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #whatsonyourbench #yngwiemalmsteen #dod250 @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #truebypass #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #tonemob #workshop #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    In its stock form, the classic DOD 250 overdrive is one of the best “bang for your buck” pedals out there. That doesn’t mean there isn’t room for improvement. Our mod returns it to the classic “grey version” specs and adds a three position diode clipping switch. We also add a relay-based true bypass switching system (designed by our friend Mike at @nativeaudio ) + LED. Stomp on something special! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #whatsonyourbench #yngwiemalmsteen #dod250 @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #truebypass #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #tonemob #workshop #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Kingsley Jester in the shop for a visit! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #rigrundown #whatsonyourbench #workshop @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #workbench #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Kingsley Jester in the shop for a visit! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #rigrundown #whatsonyourbench #workshop @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #workbench #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Prescription Electronics Experience. A rather finicky effect with a cult following. Perhaps it’s time to re-visit my prototype clone of this on my shelf... • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #prescriptionelectronics @thefuzzpage #fuzzpedal @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #fuzz #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #rigsofdoom @doylebramhall2 #octavefuzz
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    Prescription Electronics Experience. A rather finicky effect with a cult following. Perhaps it’s time to re-visit my prototype clone of this on my shelf... • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #prescriptionelectronics @thefuzzpage #fuzzpedal @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #fuzz #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #rigsofdoom @doylebramhall2 #octavefuzz
  • Here’s a “Civil War” Big Muff on the bench for a repair. The biggest issue was the stock footswitch - which stopped engaging. Replacements are unavailable so I had to get creative and use a “tall” 3PDT from @smallbearelectronics It worked great and is FAR more reliable than the stock switch. Now, to try and find a replacement knob... • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #rigsofdoom #fuzz #fuzzpedal @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #bigmuff #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #russianbigmuff @ehx
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    Here’s a “Civil War” Big Muff on the bench for a repair. The biggest issue was the stock footswitch - which stopped engaging. Replacements are unavailable so I had to get creative and use a “tall” 3PDT from @smallbearelectronics It worked great and is FAR more reliable than the stock switch. Now, to try and find a replacement knob... • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #rigsofdoom #fuzz #fuzzpedal @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #bigmuff #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #russianbigmuff @ehx
  • Yep - we work on rack mounted gear too. Here’s an old school @peaveyelectronics T.B. Raxx unit in for a repair and re-cap. • • • • • • #rackgear #rackmount #vintageeffects #vintagegear #peavey #studiogear #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #tonemob #studioeffects @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #fx #guitarfx #guitar #guitarrig #guitareffect #guitareffects #rigrundown #guitarfx
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    Yep - we work on rack mounted gear too. Here’s an old school @peaveyelectronics T.B. Raxx unit in for a repair and re-cap. • • • • • • #rackgear #rackmount #vintageeffects #vintagegear #peavey #studiogear #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #tonemob #studioeffects @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #fx #guitarfx #guitar #guitarrig #guitareffect #guitareffects #rigrundown #guitarfx
  • Another 2 in 1 pedal off the bench! This one features a @pedalpcb ‘Lofinator’ (Ibanez LF-1) and ‘Awful Waffle’ (Crowther Hot Cake). Got an idea for a double pedal? Get in touch! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Another 2 in 1 pedal off the bench! This one features a @pedalpcb ‘Lofinator’ (Ibanez LF-1) and ‘Awful Waffle’ (Crowther Hot Cake). Got an idea for a double pedal? Get in touch! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Here’s an @xoticusa SL Drive modified by us. We relocate the internal dip switches to the outside in the form of toggle switches. No more removing the base plate to dial in your favorite Marshall Super Lead tones! We also perform this mod on the EP Booster and SP compressor. Stomp on something special! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #marshallmarshallmarshall #marshallamp #marshall @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #marshallinabox #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @marshallamps_uk #marshallamps #marshallsuperlead
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    Here’s an @xoticusa SL Drive modified by us. We relocate the internal dip switches to the outside in the form of toggle switches. No more removing the base plate to dial in your favorite Marshall Super Lead tones! We also perform this mod on the EP Booster and SP compressor. Stomp on something special! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #marshallmarshallmarshall #marshallamp #marshall @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #marshallinabox #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @marshallamps_uk #marshallamps #marshallsuperlead
  • Just a good ol’ Boss DD-5 digital delay with an internal tap tempo switch, toggle switch for stock or “analog” mode, upgraded knobs and LED. For sale! Stomp on something special! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #pedalmods #digitaldelay @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #bossfx #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @bossfx_us
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    Just a good ol’ Boss DD-5 digital delay with an internal tap tempo switch, toggle switch for stock or “analog” mode, upgraded knobs and LED. For sale! Stomp on something special! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #pedalmods #digitaldelay @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #bossfx #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @bossfx_us
  • When life gives you lemons...(or, in this case, a DOD Grunge). Here’s another example of turning what we feel is an unusable pedal (in stock form) into something quite useable. After the mod, the bass and mids are increased slightly, the EQ will be more useable and the pedal will clean up better at lower gain settings yet, deliver a tight, full, punchy distortion when dimed. Got one of these laying around? Let’s make it ferocious! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #tonemob #chasingtone #tonezone @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #distortionpedal #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #grunge @digitechfx
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    When life gives you lemons...(or, in this case, a DOD Grunge). Here’s another example of turning what we feel is an unusable pedal (in stock form) into something quite useable. After the mod, the bass and mids are increased slightly, the EQ will be more useable and the pedal will clean up better at lower gain settings yet, deliver a tight, full, punchy distortion when dimed. Got one of these laying around? Let’s make it ferocious! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #tonemob #chasingtone #tonezone @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #distortionpedal #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #grunge @digitechfx
  • Fresh off the bench: Alchemy Audio modified @jimdunlopusa Cry Baby GCB-95 in limited edition grey hammertone finish. True bypass + LED. Custom wound vintage spec potentiometer. Two position voicing switch. Custom white tread with Alchemy Audio rivet badge. For sale! Stomp on something special! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #wah #wahpedal #wahwah #jimihendrix #zackwylde
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    Fresh off the bench: Alchemy Audio modified @jimdunlopusa Cry Baby GCB-95 in limited edition grey hammertone finish. True bypass + LED. Custom wound vintage spec potentiometer. Two position voicing switch. Custom white tread with Alchemy Audio rivet badge. For sale! Stomp on something special! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #wah #wahpedal #wahwah #jimihendrix #zackwylde
  • Alchemy Audio built @aionfx Chroma (Boss SP-1 Spectrum clone). Available for sale! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #bossfx @bossfx_us
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    Alchemy Audio built @aionfx Chroma (Boss SP-1 Spectrum clone). Available for sale! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #bossfx @bossfx_us
  • Here’s a duo of Alchemy Audio modified @ernieball VP Jr. volume pedals - which now contain an active buffer circuit and LED (with matching DC power jack). Stomp on something special! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #ernieball #volumepedal #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #stomponsomethingspecial
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    Here’s a duo of Alchemy Audio modified @ernieball VP Jr. volume pedals - which now contain an active buffer circuit and LED (with matching DC power jack). Stomp on something special! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #ernieball #volumepedal #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #stomponsomethingspecial
  • Thank you friends, family, lovers & enemies! 5000 followers is indeed a big effin’ deal! We are committed to making the music you create better - one stompbox at a time! Johnny & Victoria (artwork by @rossfelten )• • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #5000followers #5000club
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    Thank you friends, family, lovers & enemies! 5000 followers is indeed a big effin’ deal! We are committed to making the music you create better - one stompbox at a time! Johnny & Victoria (artwork by @rossfelten )• • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #5000followers #5000club
  • Don’t forget, Alchemy Audio does more than just pedals. Here’s a custom cable with a Switchcraft 2501F connector (perfect for harmonica microphones) going out to Dave Boquist (ex-Son Volt, Joe Henry, Sarah Lee Guthrie, etc) • • • • • • #harmonica #bluesharp #harp #harmonicaplayer #harmonicas #switchcraft #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #sonvolt #instrumentcable #joehenry #daveboquist #bluesharmonica #customcables #customcable
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    Don’t forget, Alchemy Audio does more than just pedals. Here’s a custom cable with a Switchcraft 2501F connector (perfect for harmonica microphones) going out to Dave Boquist (ex-Son Volt, Joe Henry, Sarah Lee Guthrie, etc) • • • • • • #harmonica #bluesharp #harp #harmonicaplayer #harmonicas #switchcraft #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #sonvolt #instrumentcable #joehenry #daveboquist #bluesharmonica #customcables #customcable
  • Univox Superfuzz clone + Fender tweed clone (both built by Alchemy Audio) = a winning combination. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #fuzz #fuzzpedal #fenderamp #fendertweed
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    Univox Superfuzz clone + Fender tweed clone (both built by Alchemy Audio) = a winning combination. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #fuzz #fuzzpedal #fenderamp #fendertweed
  • Let Alchemy Audio help you make your ideas a reality! Here’s another 2 in 1 Klon / Bluesbreaker combo - in sea foam green with “halo” LED footswitches. Got an idea? Get in touch! Stomp on something special! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @popularmechanics #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @mammothelectronics #klon #klone #kloncentaur @pedalpcb
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    Let Alchemy Audio help you make your ideas a reality! Here’s another 2 in 1 Klon / Bluesbreaker combo - in sea foam green with “halo” LED footswitches. Got an idea? Get in touch! Stomp on something special! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @popularmechanics #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @mammothelectronics #klon #klone #kloncentaur @pedalpcb
  • Got one of the Behringer Vintage Tube Overdrives collecting dust? Let us make it sound good! We tweak the circuit for a smooth, warmer gain with slightly boosted bass. We also replace the stock Chinese 12AX7 with a premium 12AU7 and add a two position EQ switch. Place this in front of a tube amp and you’ve got a perfect fat crunch. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #tubes #overdrive #vacuumtube @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #tubepreamp #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Got one of the Behringer Vintage Tube Overdrives collecting dust? Let us make it sound good! We tweak the circuit for a smooth, warmer gain with slightly boosted bass. We also replace the stock Chinese 12AX7 with a premium 12AU7 and add a two position EQ switch. Place this in front of a tube amp and you’ve got a perfect fat crunch. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #tubes #overdrive #vacuumtube @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #tubepreamp #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Stomp on something special! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @drmartensofficial #docmartens #drmartens
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    Stomp on something special! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @drmartensofficial #docmartens #drmartens
  • What’s on your bookshelf? • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #vacuumtube #tubeamps #repairshop
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    What’s on your bookshelf? • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #vacuumtube #tubeamps #repairshop
  • Installed a true bypass relay switching circuit (designed by my buddy Mike at @nativeaudio ) in this Boss SD-1 (featuring a previous, unknown mod). Early versions of this pedal have a small amount of effect “bleed” into the signal when bypassed. This is the solution! In fact, I’ll soon be offering true bypass mods for most Boss / Ibanez pedals (and any other buffered effects). #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #bossfx #bosssd1 #pedalmods @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #truebypass #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects @bossfx_us #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Installed a true bypass relay switching circuit (designed by my buddy Mike at @nativeaudio ) in this Boss SD-1 (featuring a previous, unknown mod). Early versions of this pedal have a small amount of effect “bleed” into the signal when bypassed. This is the solution! In fact, I’ll soon be offering true bypass mods for most Boss / Ibanez pedals (and any other buffered effects). #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #bossfx #bosssd1 #pedalmods @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #truebypass #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects @bossfx_us #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • 20 years ago today, Victoria and I tied the knot! It’s been a fun-filled, incredible journey. Who would have imagined we’d end up in Chicago building stompboxes for rock stars?! Anything is possible when you have something to do, someone to love and something to look forward to. Happy anniversary babe! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #fuzzpedal #fuzz #tonebender #happyanniversary #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    20 years ago today, Victoria and I tied the knot! It’s been a fun-filled, incredible journey. Who would have imagined we’d end up in Chicago building stompboxes for rock stars?! Anything is possible when you have something to do, someone to love and something to look forward to. Happy anniversary babe! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #fuzzpedal #fuzz #tonebender #happyanniversary #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Our Boss Metal Zone mod makes a very unusable pedal quite useable. We tweak the circuit so it no longer sounds like a box of bees. The EQ becomes more useful. We also add a three position diode clipping switch and a clean blend - which is especially useful on bass. Stomp on something special! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #thrashmetal #pedalmods #bossmetalzone @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #metalzone #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #speedmetal #deathmetal #rigsofdoom #heavymetal
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    Our Boss Metal Zone mod makes a very unusable pedal quite useable. We tweak the circuit so it no longer sounds like a box of bees. The EQ becomes more useful. We also add a three position diode clipping switch and a clean blend - which is especially useful on bass. Stomp on something special! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #thrashmetal #pedalmods #bossmetalzone @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #metalzone #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #speedmetal #deathmetal #rigsofdoom #heavymetal
  • Necessity really IS the mother of invention! I needed to replace a slide potentiometer in an old MXR 6 band EQ. The 20K value is impossible to find. However, the 100K is readily available from vendors such as @smallbearelectronics I simply disassembled and replaced the broken switch portion using the “donor” pot. Problem solved! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #pedalrepair #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #repairshop #workbench #workshop #whatsonyourbench #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Necessity really IS the mother of invention! I needed to replace a slide potentiometer in an old MXR 6 band EQ. The 20K value is impossible to find. However, the 100K is readily available from vendors such as @smallbearelectronics I simply disassembled and replaced the broken switch portion using the “donor” pot. Problem solved! • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #pedalrepair #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #repairshop #workbench #workshop #whatsonyourbench #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • I bought the 90’s ‘Woodcutter’ Rat non-working for $20. I think I see what the problem is... • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #procorat #electronics #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #repairshop #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #ratdistortion #lm308 #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    I bought the 90’s ‘Woodcutter’ Rat non-working for $20. I think I see what the problem is... • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #procorat #electronics #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #repairshop #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #ratdistortion #lm308 #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Here’s the @surfyindustries reverb / tremolo in action! Our dog Olive makes an Oscar-worthy special guest appearance! Enjoy! • • • • • @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios @2112chi @popularmechanics #alchemyaudio #reverb #springreverb #reverbtank #tremolo #diyeffects #maker #makerspace #makersgonnamake #workshop #workbench #whatsonyourbench #dogsofinstagram #dogstagram #jackrussellterrier #surfguitar #dickdale #guitareffects #guitarfx #toolbox #makercommunity #gearshots #knowyourtone #geardemo #geartalk #fx #guitareffect #guitargear #rigrundown
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    Here’s the @surfyindustries reverb / tremolo in action! Our dog Olive makes an Oscar-worthy special guest appearance! Enjoy! • • • • • @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios @2112chi @popularmechanics #alchemyaudio #reverb #springreverb #reverbtank #tremolo #diyeffects #maker #makerspace #makersgonnamake #workshop #workbench #whatsonyourbench #dogsofinstagram #dogstagram #jackrussellterrier #surfguitar #dickdale #guitareffects #guitarfx #toolbox #makercommunity #gearshots #knowyourtone #geardemo #geartalk #fx #guitareffect #guitargear #rigrundown
  • What pairs better with an Alchemy Audio built 5E3 tweed-style amp circuit than this custom Alchemy Audio built @surfyindustries reverb + tremolo in a toolbox? • • • • • #workshop #workbench #whatsonyourbench @popularmechanics #makerspace #makersmovement #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diy #fx #guitarfx #spaghettiwestern #guitar #surfguitar #springreverb #guitareffect #guitareffects #reverb #tremolo #surfmusic #toolbox
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    What pairs better with an Alchemy Audio built 5E3 tweed-style amp circuit than this custom Alchemy Audio built @surfyindustries reverb + tremolo in a toolbox? • • • • • #workshop #workbench #whatsonyourbench @popularmechanics #makerspace #makersmovement #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diy #fx #guitarfx #spaghettiwestern #guitar #surfguitar #springreverb #guitareffect #guitareffects #reverb #tremolo #surfmusic #toolbox
  • Here’s an @laacustom Phil X FJOD fresh off the bench. The owner wanted the stock slide switch replaced with a toggle. Mission accomplished! • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #philx1111 #philx @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalmods #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @philx1111
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    Here’s an @laacustom Phil X FJOD fresh off the bench. The owner wanted the stock slide switch replaced with a toggle. Mission accomplished! • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #philx1111 #philx @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalmods #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @philx1111
  • Here’s another 2 in 1 Bluesbreaker / Klon fresh off the bench and available for sale! $200 shipped! Get in touch if interested. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #klon #klone
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    Here’s another 2 in 1 Bluesbreaker / Klon fresh off the bench and available for sale! $200 shipped! Get in touch if interested. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #klon #klone
  • A couple of modified ART tube preamps ready for sale. We upgrade the IC’s to Burr-Brown OPA2134 and install a Gold Lion 12AX7 inside. Huge improvement!• • • • • #studiogear #recordingstudio #recordingengineer #vacuumtube #hifi #gearslutz #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #fx #micpreamp #fxpedals #12ax7 #preamp #tubepreamp #recordproducer #musicproducer #musicproduction #mixengineer
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    A couple of modified ART tube preamps ready for sale. We upgrade the IC’s to Burr-Brown OPA2134 and install a Gold Lion 12AX7 inside. Huge improvement!• • • • • #studiogear #recordingstudio #recordingengineer #vacuumtube #hifi #gearslutz #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #fx #micpreamp #fxpedals #12ax7 #preamp #tubepreamp #recordproducer #musicproducer #musicproduction #mixengineer
  • New mod day! Do you have a pedal, such as this @keeleyelectronics Seafoam Plus Chorus, that you’d like to relocate the internal dip switches? We can do it! The end result will look neat and be reliable. • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #workshop #keeleyelectronics @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalmods #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #choruspedal #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #whatsonyourbench #workbench
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    New mod day! Do you have a pedal, such as this @keeleyelectronics Seafoam Plus Chorus, that you’d like to relocate the internal dip switches? We can do it! The end result will look neat and be reliable. • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #workshop #keeleyelectronics @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalmods #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #choruspedal #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #whatsonyourbench #workbench
  • Here’s a Mod Kits DIY “The Wave” spring reverb tank sent to us by a customer. They assembled the unit but it wasn’t working. They entrusted us to sort it out. Overall, they did a pretty good job. We just needed to clean up some questionable solder joints and properly tin, shrinkwarap and attach the two conductor wires. Now it sounds extra surf-y as it should. • • • • • • @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios @modkitsdiy #springreverb #surfguitar #alchemyaudio #gearshots #whatsonyourbench #workbench #reverb #workshop @popularmechanics #amprepair #vacuumtube #vacuumtubes #tubeamp #tubeamplifiers #tubepower #knowyourtone #gearybusey #gearyoldman #gearycoleman #tonemob #tonezone #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitargear
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    Here’s a Mod Kits DIY “The Wave” spring reverb tank sent to us by a customer. They assembled the unit but it wasn’t working. They entrusted us to sort it out. Overall, they did a pretty good job. We just needed to clean up some questionable solder joints and properly tin, shrinkwarap and attach the two conductor wires. Now it sounds extra surf-y as it should. • • • • • • @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios @modkitsdiy #springreverb #surfguitar #alchemyaudio #gearshots #whatsonyourbench #workbench #reverb #workshop @popularmechanics #amprepair #vacuumtube #vacuumtubes #tubeamp #tubeamplifiers #tubepower #knowyourtone #gearybusey #gearyoldman #gearycoleman #tonemob #tonezone #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitargear
  • Back to work after this weekend’s Gear Swap event! Here’s a @protonepedals Yvette Young chorus with a mysterious DC noise issue - which (I think) is resolved. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #yvetteyoung @yvetteyoung @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #repairshop #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #chorus #choruspedal #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #whatsonyourbench #workshop #workbench @popularmechanics
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    Back to work after this weekend’s Gear Swap event! Here’s a @protonepedals Yvette Young chorus with a mysterious DC noise issue - which (I think) is resolved. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #yvetteyoung @yvetteyoung @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #repairshop #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #chorus #choruspedal #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #whatsonyourbench #workshop #workbench @popularmechanics
  • I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #partscaster
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    I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #partscaster
  • I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s @fjordaudio ! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #microphone #gearslutz #recordingengineers #recordingengineer #tapeop #recordingstudios #recordingstudio
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    I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s @fjordaudio ! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #microphone #gearslutz #recordingengineers #recordingengineer #tapeop #recordingstudios #recordingstudio
  • I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s Leo the Bass Guy! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #bass #bassguitar #bassguitarist #bassguitars #fourstring #fourstrings #lowend #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #chicago #chicagomusic #chicagomusicians #chicagomusicscene
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    I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s Leo the Bass Guy! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #bass #bassguitar #bassguitarist #bassguitars #fourstring #fourstrings #lowend #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #chicago #chicagomusic #chicagomusicians #chicagomusicscene
  • I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s @superlarryamps represented at the @whalehazard table! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #boutiqueamps #tubeamps #tubeamp #vacuumtube #amplifier #guitaramp #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #amp #guitaramps #guitar #guitaramplifier #guitaramplifiers
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    I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s @superlarryamps represented at the @whalehazard table! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #boutiqueamps #tubeamps #tubeamp #vacuumtube #amplifier #guitaramp #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #amp #guitaramps #guitar #guitaramplifier #guitaramplifiers
  • Thanks to Big Mama’s Kitchen food truck for bringing some absolutely killer food to the event today! We’ll be doing it all again tomorrow from 10 AM to 3 PM. Stop by if you are in Chicago. @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee @bigmamaskitchen82012 @fortknoxstudios #foodtruck #foodtrucks #chicagofoodtrucks #guitarshow #swapmeet #gearswap19 #chicagomusic #alchemyaudio
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    Thanks to Big Mama’s Kitchen food truck for bringing some absolutely killer food to the event today! We’ll be doing it all again tomorrow from 10 AM to 3 PM. Stop by if you are in Chicago. @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee @bigmamaskitchen82012 @fortknoxstudios #foodtruck #foodtrucks #chicagofoodtrucks #guitarshow #swapmeet #gearswap19 #chicagomusic #alchemyaudio
  • Thanks again to our friends at @maplewoodbrew for providing beverages to our vendors and attendees! People certainly didn’t leave thirsty. @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #guitarshow #swapmeet #chicago @fortknoxstudios #craftbeer #brew #brewery #brewer #maplewoodbrew #craftbrew #craftbrewery #microbrew #microbrewery
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    Thanks again to our friends at @maplewoodbrew for providing beverages to our vendors and attendees! People certainly didn’t leave thirsty. @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #guitarshow #swapmeet #chicago @fortknoxstudios #craftbeer #brew #brewery #brewer #maplewoodbrew #craftbrew #craftbrewery #microbrew #microbrewery
  • I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s @occult.effects ! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s @occult.effects ! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s @aionfx ! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s @aionfx ! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s @coopergroovesticks ! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #chicago #gearshots #geartalk #swapmeet #beatthedrum #drumsolo #givemethebeat #chicagomusic #givemeabeat #drumkit #drumset #drums #drum #drummer #drumsticks #givethedrummersome
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    I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s @coopergroovesticks ! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #chicago #gearshots #geartalk #swapmeet #beatthedrum #drumsolo #givemethebeat #chicagomusic #givemeabeat #drumkit #drumset #drums #drum #drummer #drumsticks #givethedrummersome
  • I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s @whalehazard Guitars! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s @whalehazard Guitars! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s Calumet Guitars! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s Calumet Guitars! Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s @balthazaraudiosystems Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s @balthazaraudiosystems Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s my buddy Bill from @harden_engineering Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    I’ll be live blogging all day long at the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios Here’s my buddy Bill from @harden_engineering Stop by and say hello! @alchemyaudio @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Chicago: the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios is about to begin! I’ve already begun my shopping. 10 AM to 4 PM today! @alchemyaudio @wamplerpedals @officialwaynekramer @aionfx @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Chicago: the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at @fortknoxstudios is about to begin! I’ve already begun my shopping. 10 AM to 4 PM today! @alchemyaudio @wamplerpedals @officialwaynekramer @aionfx @2112chi @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #gearswap19 #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #swapmeet #guitarshow #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • By far the most challenging repair I’ve performed recently. That black speck in my hand is an smd transistor for a Two Notes preamp. The surgery was a success! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #workshop #workbench #electronics @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #whatsonyourbench #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    By far the most challenging repair I’ve performed recently. That black speck in my hand is an smd transistor for a Two Notes preamp. The surgery was a success! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #workshop #workbench #electronics @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #whatsonyourbench #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Who’s watched ‘The Dirt’? Did you love it? Hate it? It seems to be a very polarizing film. • • • • #alchemyaudio #thedirtmovie #motleycrue #nikkisixx #mickmars #tommylee #vinceneil @nikkisixxpixx @tommylee @mr.mickmars @motleycrue @thevinceneil #80smetal #sunsetstrip #hairmetal #hairnation #hollywood #shoutatthedevil
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    Who’s watched ‘The Dirt’? Did you love it? Hate it? It seems to be a very polarizing film. • • • • #alchemyaudio #thedirtmovie #motleycrue #nikkisixx #mickmars #tommylee #vinceneil @nikkisixxpixx @tommylee @mr.mickmars @motleycrue @thevinceneil #80smetal #sunsetstrip #hairmetal #hairnation #hollywood #shoutatthedevil
  • One-off DS-1 with “Marshall In A Box” circuit mods, momentary “synth fuzz” footswitch and mids knob. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #bossds1 #pedalmods #bossdistortion @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #distortionpedal #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    One-off DS-1 with “Marshall In A Box” circuit mods, momentary “synth fuzz” footswitch and mids knob. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #bossds1 #pedalmods #bossdistortion @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #distortionpedal #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Fresh from the oven: our modified Boss MT-2 Metal Zone. In addition to modifying the circuit to improve the EQ and remove the “fizz” (without neutering the pedal of the face-melting distortion it is know for), we add a clean blend knob. This is really useful on bass guitar. Stomp on something special! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #pedalmods #rigsofdoom #heavymetal @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #metalzone #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #bossmetalzone #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #bosspedals
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    Fresh from the oven: our modified Boss MT-2 Metal Zone. In addition to modifying the circuit to improve the EQ and remove the “fizz” (without neutering the pedal of the face-melting distortion it is know for), we add a clean blend knob. This is really useful on bass guitar. Stomp on something special! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #pedalmods #rigsofdoom #heavymetal @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #metalzone #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #bossmetalzone #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #bosspedals
  • Once upon a time, we partnered with Nik from @ceriatone to build a small batch (about 75 total) of the Centura overdrive. This is a faithful reproduction of the Klon Centaur - right down to the cast enclosure! At the time, the wait-list for a completed build direct from Ceriatone was approaching ‘King Of Tone’-like status. Nik provided the enclosures. We sourced all parts and components (including vintage Sylvania 1N34A Germanium diodes) and completed the builds in a few weeks - all without sacrificing the quality Ceriatone is known for. It was a great opportunity for anyone with more money than patience to get one of these little firecrackers in their hands stat! How do they sound? Hear for yourself. I created a video demo with my buddy Robbie Gjersoe comparing the Centura to his original Klon - purchased direct from Bill Finnegan in the 90’s! Search YouTube for ‘Robbie Gjersoe Klon’. • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #klon #klone #kloncentaur @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #ceriatone #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #centura #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Once upon a time, we partnered with Nik from @ceriatone to build a small batch (about 75 total) of the Centura overdrive. This is a faithful reproduction of the Klon Centaur - right down to the cast enclosure! At the time, the wait-list for a completed build direct from Ceriatone was approaching ‘King Of Tone’-like status. Nik provided the enclosures. We sourced all parts and components (including vintage Sylvania 1N34A Germanium diodes) and completed the builds in a few weeks - all without sacrificing the quality Ceriatone is known for. It was a great opportunity for anyone with more money than patience to get one of these little firecrackers in their hands stat! How do they sound? Hear for yourself. I created a video demo with my buddy Robbie Gjersoe comparing the Centura to his original Klon - purchased direct from Bill Finnegan in the 90’s! Search YouTube for ‘Robbie Gjersoe Klon’. • • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #klon #klone #kloncentaur @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #ceriatone #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #centura #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Less than a week away! The 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at Fort Knox Studios is almost here! Dozens of vendors from all over the Midwest will be here - ready to buy / trade / sell with you! In addition, we’ll have food trucks, live music, prize raffles, on-site guitar setups / string changes, coffee from @soundbitecoffee and beer from @maplewoodbrew ! Visit our web site for links to additional event info. and advance vendor registration or admission tickets. • • • • • @alchemyaudio #alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios @2112chi #gearswap #guitarshow #swapmeet #chicagomusic #chicagomusicscene #thingstodoinchicago #chicago #chicagomusicians #do312 #chicago #chicagomusician #chicagoevents #chicagoevent #whattodoinchicago #jeffersonpark #45thward #guitarsforsale #guitarforsale #guitarist #guitarplayer #guitarstore #guitarshop #drummer #drumshop
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    Less than a week away! The 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at Fort Knox Studios is almost here! Dozens of vendors from all over the Midwest will be here - ready to buy / trade / sell with you! In addition, we’ll have food trucks, live music, prize raffles, on-site guitar setups / string changes, coffee from @soundbitecoffee and beer from @maplewoodbrew ! Visit our web site for links to additional event info. and advance vendor registration or admission tickets. • • • • • @alchemyaudio #alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios @2112chi #gearswap #guitarshow #swapmeet #chicagomusic #chicagomusicscene #thingstodoinchicago #chicago #chicagomusicians #do312 #chicago #chicagomusician #chicagoevents #chicagoevent #whattodoinchicago #jeffersonpark #45thward #guitarsforsale #guitarforsale #guitarist #guitarplayer #guitarstore #guitarshop #drummer #drumshop
  • A Vox wah with rare ‘Union Jack’ finish freshly modified for true bypass, LED and DC power jack. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #pedalmods #workbench #workshop @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #wah #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #wahpedal #wahwah #unionjack
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    A Vox wah with rare ‘Union Jack’ finish freshly modified for true bypass, LED and DC power jack. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #pedalmods #workbench #workshop @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #wah #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #wahpedal #wahwah #unionjack
  • Looking to take your Ibanez Tube Screamer to the next level? Look no further! First, we install a true bypass relay switch module - designed for us by our friend Mike at @nativeaudio This allows you to use the existing on / off footswitch. Next, we modify the circuit to TS-808 specs - which includes a vintage JRC4558 chip. Lastly, we install a one knob boost circuit (based on the ZVex SHO) that works independently of the Tube Screamer. Best of all, everything fits inside the enclosure - allowing you to still use the battery compartment, if desired. It’s like having two effects in one! We have a couple available for sale. We can also modify yours. Get in touch if interested. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #pedalmods #tubescreamer #ibaneztubescreamer #ts9 #ts808
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    Looking to take your Ibanez Tube Screamer to the next level? Look no further! First, we install a true bypass relay switch module - designed for us by our friend Mike at @nativeaudio This allows you to use the existing on / off footswitch. Next, we modify the circuit to TS-808 specs - which includes a vintage JRC4558 chip. Lastly, we install a one knob boost circuit (based on the ZVex SHO) that works independently of the Tube Screamer. Best of all, everything fits inside the enclosure - allowing you to still use the battery compartment, if desired. It’s like having two effects in one! We have a couple available for sale. We can also modify yours. Get in touch if interested. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #pedalmods #tubescreamer #ibaneztubescreamer #ts9 #ts808
  • Fresh off the bench and available for sale! Marshall Bluesbreaker / Klon Centaur 2 in 1 clone. Klon is first in the order. Gut shot in second photo. $189.95 shipped anywhere in the US. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #klon #klone @pedalpcb @lovemyswitches
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    Fresh off the bench and available for sale! Marshall Bluesbreaker / Klon Centaur 2 in 1 clone. Klon is first in the order. Gut shot in second photo. $189.95 shipped anywhere in the US. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #klon #klone @pedalpcb @lovemyswitches
  • Digitech Whammy modified for true bypass. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #pedalmods #rageagainstthemachine #tommorello @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalmods #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Digitech Whammy modified for true bypass. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #pedalmods #rageagainstthemachine #tommorello @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalmods #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • My buddy @notsopunctualbuddha asked if I could modify his Ebow with a ‘voltage starve’ control. Mission accomplished! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #ebow
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    My buddy @notsopunctualbuddha asked if I could modify his Ebow with a ‘voltage starve’ control. Mission accomplished! • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #ebow
  • New mod alert! Here’s a collaboration I did with my buddy Mike from @nativeaudio It’s an active buffered circuit with LED’s for the Ernie Ball VP Jr. passive volume pedal. This mod eliminates the tone suck these pedals can introduce. Best of all, we can install a variety of LED / DC power jack colors for complete customization to your preference. Mike did a fantastic job designing the circuit. Available now! • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalmods #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    New mod alert! Here’s a collaboration I did with my buddy Mike from @nativeaudio It’s an active buffered circuit with LED’s for the Ernie Ball VP Jr. passive volume pedal. This mod eliminates the tone suck these pedals can introduce. Best of all, we can install a variety of LED / DC power jack colors for complete customization to your preference. Mike did a fantastic job designing the circuit. Available now! • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalmods #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • More vintage fuzz goodness in the shop. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #vintagegear #fuzzpedal #fuzz @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #tonebender #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #rigsofdoom @thefuzzpage #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    More vintage fuzz goodness in the shop. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #vintagegear #fuzzpedal #fuzz @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #tonebender #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #rigsofdoom @thefuzzpage #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • This record right here. Tape delay, tremolo, it’s all here - and, from 1961!!!! Give me this over shred guitar any day. @alchemyaudio #alchemyaudio #chetatkins #chetatkinsguitar #vintagevinyl #vintagevinylrecords #vinylrecords #lprecords #licoricepizza #turntable @flipbin2000 #recordalbums #vinylcollector #vinylcollection #records #recordplayer #recordcollection #vinyljunkies #spintheblackcircle #vintagerecords #guitarplayer #guitargod
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    This record right here. Tape delay, tremolo, it’s all here - and, from 1961!!!! Give me this over shred guitar any day. @alchemyaudio #alchemyaudio #chetatkins #chetatkinsguitar #vintagevinyl #vintagevinylrecords #vinylrecords #lprecords #licoricepizza #turntable @flipbin2000 #recordalbums #vinylcollector #vinylcollection #records #recordplayer #recordcollection #vinyljunkies #spintheblackcircle #vintagerecords #guitarplayer #guitargod
  • The Ruetz mod. All the kids are talking about it. I figured I’d add it to this ProCo Rat. The toggle switches? One switch selects between stock / 1N4002 silicon diodes. The other adds a pair of LED’s for the ‘Turbo’ version of the pedal. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #procorat #pedalmods #ratdistortion @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #distortionpedal #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #ratpedal
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    The Ruetz mod. All the kids are talking about it. I figured I’d add it to this ProCo Rat. The toggle switches? One switch selects between stock / 1N4002 silicon diodes. The other adds a pair of LED’s for the ‘Turbo’ version of the pedal. • • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #procorat #pedalmods #ratdistortion @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #distortionpedal #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #ratpedal
  • Here’s a 2 in 1 Klon / Bluesbreaker pedal fresh off the bench. Need a custom build? You know who to contact. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @pedalpcb #klon #kloncentaur
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    Here’s a 2 in 1 Klon / Bluesbreaker pedal fresh off the bench. Need a custom build? You know who to contact. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @pedalpcb #klon #kloncentaur
  • We are just a few weeks away! The 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at Fort Knox Studios is almost here! Dozens of vendors from all over the Midwest will be here - ready to buy / trade / sell with you! In addition, we’ll have food trucks, live music, prize raffles, on-site guitar setups / string changes, coffee from @soundbitecoffee and beer from @maplewoodbrew ! Not yet registered? What are you waiting for? Visit our web site for links to additional event info. and advance vendor registration or admission tickets. @alchemyaudio #alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios @2112chi #gearswap #guitarshow #swapmeet #chicagomusic #chicagomusicscene #thingstodoinchicago #chicago #chicagomusicians #chicagomusician #chicagoevents #chicagoevent #whattodoinchicago
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    We are just a few weeks away! The 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at Fort Knox Studios is almost here! Dozens of vendors from all over the Midwest will be here - ready to buy / trade / sell with you! In addition, we’ll have food trucks, live music, prize raffles, on-site guitar setups / string changes, coffee from @soundbitecoffee and beer from @maplewoodbrew ! Not yet registered? What are you waiting for? Visit our web site for links to additional event info. and advance vendor registration or admission tickets. @alchemyaudio #alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios @2112chi #gearswap #guitarshow #swapmeet #chicagomusic #chicagomusicscene #thingstodoinchicago #chicago #chicagomusicians #chicagomusician #chicagoevents #chicagoevent #whattodoinchicago
  • Ooof. This was a tough one. This Bixonic Expandora arrived in the shop like this - a victim of a previous botched repair attempt. We’ve worked on these pedals several times. The cheap footswitch is the Achilles Heel. Prior to replacing, you need to desolder the input / output jacks from the pcb in order to remove it from the enclosure. My guess is the previous “tech” wasn’t aware of this and attempted to remove the switch without doing that. As a result, all the solder pads were destroyed. This pedal required some major surgery. The repair doesn’t look the prettiest but it’s solid and should last forever. This footswitch replacement should have been simple in the hands of a competent tech (such as us). #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #repairshop #workshop #workspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalrepairs #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #whatsonyourbench #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Ooof. This was a tough one. This Bixonic Expandora arrived in the shop like this - a victim of a previous botched repair attempt. We’ve worked on these pedals several times. The cheap footswitch is the Achilles Heel. Prior to replacing, you need to desolder the input / output jacks from the pcb in order to remove it from the enclosure. My guess is the previous “tech” wasn’t aware of this and attempted to remove the switch without doing that. As a result, all the solder pads were destroyed. This pedal required some major surgery. The repair doesn’t look the prettiest but it’s solid and should last forever. This footswitch replacement should have been simple in the hands of a competent tech (such as us). #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #repairshop #workshop #workspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalrepairs #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #whatsonyourbench #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • This @ehx Bass Micro Synth lives again - after replacing a few of the broken slide potentiometers. We can breathe new life into your broken effects. Repairs make up a large part of our business. You can trust the pros at Alchemy Audio to do the job quickly and correctly. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #pedalrepair #repairshop #workbench @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #workspace #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #whatsonyourbench #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    This @ehx Bass Micro Synth lives again - after replacing a few of the broken slide potentiometers. We can breathe new life into your broken effects. Repairs make up a large part of our business. You can trust the pros at Alchemy Audio to do the job quickly and correctly. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #pedalrepair #repairshop #workbench @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #workspace #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #whatsonyourbench #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • 9 pedal mods yesterday! Victoria was a beast in the shop! #likeaboss #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #whatsonyourbench #bosspedals #workspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalmods #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    9 pedal mods yesterday! Victoria was a beast in the shop! #likeaboss #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #whatsonyourbench #bosspedals #workspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalmods #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Here’s an early Chandler large box Tube Driver in for a repair. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #whatsonyourbench #workbench #workshop @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalrepair #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #electronicsrepair #repairshop #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Here’s an early Chandler large box Tube Driver in for a repair. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #whatsonyourbench #workbench #workshop @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalrepair #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #electronicsrepair #repairshop #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Fresh off the bench: custom Tycobrahe Octavia clone. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @bscustomknobs @lovemyswitches #octavia #fuzz @thefuzzpage #octavefuzz #jimihendrix
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    Fresh off the bench: custom Tycobrahe Octavia clone. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @bscustomknobs @lovemyswitches #octavia #fuzz @thefuzzpage #octavefuzz #jimihendrix
  • Here’s a vintage Electro-Harmonix “mummy” Bad Stone in for a repair. Someone previously modified this one. Thus, the additional knob mounted close to the footswitch. What could possibly go wrong? #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone @ehx #repairshop #workbench @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #workshop #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #electronicsrepair #whatsonyourbench
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    Here’s a vintage Electro-Harmonix “mummy” Bad Stone in for a repair. Someone previously modified this one. Thus, the additional knob mounted close to the footswitch. What could possibly go wrong? #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone @ehx #repairshop #workbench @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #workshop #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #electronicsrepair #whatsonyourbench
  • First time I’ve had this style of Electric-Mistress in the shop! This one has been heavily modified previously - making repairs a challenge. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone @ehx #electricmistress #flanger @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #repairshop #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #workshop #workbench #whatsonyourbench
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    First time I’ve had this style of Electric-Mistress in the shop! This one has been heavily modified previously - making repairs a challenge. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone @ehx #electricmistress #flanger @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #repairshop #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #workshop #workbench #whatsonyourbench
  • Thanks to Seth, aka @stompboxpedals , for stopping by the shop during his visit to Chicago! We love visitors! This is an example of the power of social media being used for good. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #chicago #geartalk #knowyourtone #guitarshop #visitchicago #chicagotrip @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #gearnerds #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Thanks to Seth, aka @stompboxpedals , for stopping by the shop during his visit to Chicago! We love visitors! This is an example of the power of social media being used for good. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #chicago #geartalk #knowyourtone #guitarshop #visitchicago #chicagotrip @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #gearnerds #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Here’s another rarity in the shop for a repair. From Germany, a Tone Hunter Blaine Line overdrive. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone @tonehunter_custom_made_tones #workshop #workbench @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #whatsonyourbench #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #repairshop #electronicsrepair
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    Here’s another rarity in the shop for a repair. From Germany, a Tone Hunter Blaine Line overdrive. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone @tonehunter_custom_made_tones #workshop #workbench @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #whatsonyourbench #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #repairshop #electronicsrepair
  • Here’s a simple one knob clean boost (ala’ Keeley Katana) I built for my buddy Steve at Gearhead Guitar Repair. He wanted a simple volume boost without much colorization of his tone. This does that in spades. • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Here’s a simple one knob clean boost (ala’ Keeley Katana) I built for my buddy Steve at Gearhead Guitar Repair. He wanted a simple volume boost without much colorization of his tone. This does that in spades. • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Marshall Blues Breaker clone in black sparkle. Contact us for your custom pedal needs. We’ll make your dreams comes true. • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals
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    Marshall Blues Breaker clone in black sparkle. Contact us for your custom pedal needs. We’ll make your dreams comes true. • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals
  • Boss FA-1 preamp clone. • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio #whatsonyourbench #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #bossfx #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Boss FA-1 preamp clone. • • • • #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio #whatsonyourbench #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #bossfx #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • We are only one month away from the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at Fort Knox Studios. Vendor spaces are filling up quickly so don’t delay if you plan to participate! Visit our web site for additional information - including advance admission tickets and vendor registration. @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios @2112chi @thehangarfortknox @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #chicago #chicagomusic #chicagomusicscene #guitarshow #gearswap #swapmeet #thingstodoinchicago #musicalinstrument #musicalinstruments #buyselltrade #explorechicago #visitchicago #stompboxes #guitareffects #effectspedals #guitargear #guitarist #guitarplayer
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    We are only one month away from the 3rd annual Alchemy Audio Gear Swap at Fort Knox Studios. Vendor spaces are filling up quickly so don’t delay if you plan to participate! Visit our web site for additional information - including advance admission tickets and vendor registration. @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios @2112chi @thehangarfortknox @soundbitecoffee #alchemyaudio #chicago #chicagomusic #chicagomusicscene #guitarshow #gearswap #swapmeet #thingstodoinchicago #musicalinstrument #musicalinstruments #buyselltrade #explorechicago #visitchicago #stompboxes #guitareffects #effectspedals #guitargear #guitarist #guitarplayer
  • Here’s one you don’t see...well, ever! This German-made Halifax Z fuzz / wah needs a little love. I’ll post a video once I get it sorted out. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #fuzz #fuzzpedal #funkyvintage @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio @thefuzzpage #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #rigsofdoom #wah #wahwah #wahpedal
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    Here’s one you don’t see...well, ever! This German-made Halifax Z fuzz / wah needs a little love. I’ll post a video once I get it sorted out. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #fuzz #fuzzpedal #funkyvintage @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio @thefuzzpage #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #rigsofdoom #wah #wahwah #wahpedal
  • Here’s an Ibanez AD999 in the shop for a repair. What’s your favorite analog delay? #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #analogdelay #analog #electronicsrepair @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @officialibanezguitars #repairshop #workbench #whatsonyourbench
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    Here’s an Ibanez AD999 in the shop for a repair. What’s your favorite analog delay? #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #analogdelay #analog #electronicsrepair @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @officialibanezguitars #repairshop #workbench #whatsonyourbench
  • Here’s a Crowther Hotcake clone fresh from the oven! #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Here’s a Crowther Hotcake clone fresh from the oven! #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Fresh off the bench: Hermida Audio Zen Drive clone. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Fresh off the bench: Hermida Audio Zen Drive clone. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Custom Alchemy Audio ‘Whisper’ patch cables for a customer? Check. Business card, lollipop and Kip Winger trading card? Of course! #schwag #freestuff #guitarcable #guitarcables #patchcable #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalboards #rigrundown #guitargear #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @kipwinger #stompbox #stompboxes #tradingcard
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    Custom Alchemy Audio ‘Whisper’ patch cables for a customer? Check. Business card, lollipop and Kip Winger trading card? Of course! #schwag #freestuff #guitarcable #guitarcables #patchcable #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalboards #rigrundown #guitargear #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @kipwinger #stompbox #stompboxes #tradingcard
  • Here are two Univox Super-Fuzz clones fresh from the Alchemy Audio oven. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #fuzz #fuzzpedal #superfuzz
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    Here are two Univox Super-Fuzz clones fresh from the Alchemy Audio oven. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #fuzz #fuzzpedal #superfuzz
  • Here’s two new builds fresh from the shop: on the left, a faithful reproduction of the version 1.2 Fulltone OCD. On the right, a Crowther Hotcake clone. Both are available for sale! #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Here’s two new builds fresh from the shop: on the left, a faithful reproduction of the version 1.2 Fulltone OCD. On the right, a Crowther Hotcake clone. Both are available for sale! #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Think pink! Here’s an HBE Detox EQ clone we built. Also pictured: our $25 pink “relic” Stratocaster. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #stratocaster @pedalpcb #pinkguitar #squierstratocaster
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    Think pink! Here’s an HBE Detox EQ clone we built. Also pictured: our $25 pink “relic” Stratocaster. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #stratocaster @pedalpcb #pinkguitar #squierstratocaster
  • Here’s a BYOC VB-2 vibrato fresh off the bench. For sale! #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @buildyourownclone #vibrato #vibe #jimihendrix @popularmechanics #workbench
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    Here’s a BYOC VB-2 vibrato fresh off the bench. For sale! #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal @buildyourownclone #vibrato #vibe #jimihendrix @popularmechanics #workbench
  • Here’s a Lumpy’s Tone Shop Lemon Drop clone we built. Based on the vintage Vox Series 4 / 7 amplifier circuit, this pedal really nails those trashy ‘Paperback Writer’ tones. For sale! #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #voxamps #beatles #jimmypage #ledzeppelin #rollingstones
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    Here’s a Lumpy’s Tone Shop Lemon Drop clone we built. Based on the vintage Vox Series 4 / 7 amplifier circuit, this pedal really nails those trashy ‘Paperback Writer’ tones. For sale! #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #voxamps #beatles #jimmypage #ledzeppelin #rollingstones
  • Here’s a nice, simple MXR Phase 90 build for a customer. Got a custom build idea? Get in touch! #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #phaser #phase90 @popularmechanics #diy #maker
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    Here’s a nice, simple MXR Phase 90 build for a customer. Got a custom build idea? Get in touch! #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #phaser #phase90 @popularmechanics #diy #maker
  • A couple of opamp / IC Big Muff builds fresh off the bench. Looking to nail those ‘Siamese Dream’-era tones? Look no further! #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #fuzz #fuzzpedal #smashingpumpkins #siamesedream
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    A couple of opamp / IC Big Muff builds fresh off the bench. Looking to nail those ‘Siamese Dream’-era tones? Look no further! #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal #fuzz #fuzzpedal #smashingpumpkins #siamesedream
  • Fresh off the bench: Hudson Electronics Broadcast clone. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Fresh off the bench: Hudson Electronics Broadcast clone. #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #makerspace @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #diypedals #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
  • Whoah! Look at that! An all Alchemy Audio modified Boss pedal board! Thanks to @guitargao for the love! #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #bossfx #bosspedals #bosseffects @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalmods #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal
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    Whoah! Look at that! An all Alchemy Audio modified Boss pedal board! Thanks to @guitargao for the love! #effectspedal #effectpedals #effectspedals #stompbox #stompboxes #pedalboard #gearshots #geartalk #knowyourtone #bossfx #bosspedals #bosseffects @alchemyaudio @fortknoxstudios #alchemyaudio #pedalmods #fx #guitarfx #fxpedals #guitar #guitarpedal #guitarpedals #guitareffect #guitareffects #guitareffectspedals #effectpedal