Signal Chain
Everything published on Viyolens under Signal Chain — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Reamp Box Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A reamp box converts a balanced line-level signal back to instrument level so a recorded dry track can be run through an amplifier or pedal chain at any time.
Common Tonex Pedal Mistakes to Avoid
Six mistakes that catch Tonex Pedal users out early, from signal chain errors to power supply issues, and how to fix each one.
The Complete Guide to Cables Audio Jack
Audio jack cables are the unsung heroes of your signal chain. A quality cable preserves your tone and ensures reliability, whilst poor construction introduces noise and signal loss.
The Complete Guide to Chorus Effect Pedal
The chorus effect creates a lush, shimmering texture by layering a slightly delayed, pitch-modulated copy of your signal. This comprehensive guide covers controls, placement, and techniques for captur...
Reamp Box: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Transformer quality, a ground lift switch and level control are the factors that separate a useful studio tool from one that introduces noise and compromise.
How to Set Up and Use Tuner Pedal
Setting up a tuner pedal correctly takes a few minutes. Here is the full connection sequence, how to verify the mute function and how to calibrate for correct concert pitch.
Jhs Pedal: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The range is wide, but once you know what gap you're actually filling, it narrows down fast. Here's the honest, unhurried version of how to choose.
Cool Guitar Effects: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying cool guitar effects requires understanding what separates genuine sonic creativity from novelty sounds that wear thin quickly. This buying guide helps you navigate tone-shaping choices without...
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Bass Effects Pedals
Bass effects pedals add tone shaping, texture and control for recording, rehearsal and live bass work.
Jhs Pedal
A JHS pedal adds reliable, musical effects and tone shaping for compact or expanded guitar rigs.
Line 6 Hx Stomp
Compact, powerful and portable, the line 6 hx stomp suits guitarists who need flexible sounds in a pedalboard-sized unit...
Noise Gate Pedal
A noise gate pedal reduces hiss and unwanted noise, keeping high-gain guitar and bass rigs clean and controlled.
Overdrive Pedal
Overdrive pedals add classic drive, sustain and flexibility for guitarists building a practical, gig-ready rig.
Pedal Board
Pedal boards keep effects organised, protected and easy to transport for UK guitarists and bassists on stage or in the s...
Pedalboard
Pedalboards keep effects organised, protected and easy to manage for rehearsal, recording and live use.
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Tonex Pedal
Compact modelling pedal for versatile tone shaping, ideal for practice, recording, direct use and live performance.