MichaelD
Squier-Meister
Boss sd1 - clean or dirty tube amp sounds great. Works well with any pickup. Classic rock in a box that will stand out in the mix
Favorite cheapo pedals?
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strat_strummer
John
otma
Squier-holic
Another pedal I have that I like a lot is the Eleca GPM-1, which seems to be very hard to find at this point, but I would guess that the Behringer V-tone, which is easier to find used, is pretty close to being the same thing.
howserx
Squier-holic
Another vote from me for the Golden Horsie. Actually I think I have the silver one, which has a toggle for the golden horsie circuit and another that sounds almost exactly the same.
iSet Dumbler. Another like the horsie that has a the amount of gain i like. I like them not to extreme so I can stack them.
The flamma line has some interesting ones too that I really like. I have the Modulation and reverb ones. they kinda blend different types of modulations together to get some cool sounds.
iSet Dumbler. Another like the horsie that has a the amount of gain i like. I like them not to extreme so I can stack them.
The flamma line has some interesting ones too that I really like. I have the Modulation and reverb ones. they kinda blend different types of modulations together to get some cool sounds.
DougMen
Squier-Axpert
The iSet Dumbler is a rebranded Rowin Dumbler, also sold as Staxx and Outlaw, and a few others too. Rowin mini pedals pop up with a lot of different names and graphics on them.
DougMen
Squier-Axpert
The OP asks for MINI pedal suggestions, yet at least half of those here are just ignoring that and proclaiming their favorite pedals that aren't minis, which isn't really helpful. Yes, I mentioned a couple of pedals that aren't minis, but I concentrated on suggesting mini pedals I like, since that's what he asked for.
Some good stuff here! Of course I don’t mind hearing about your favorite pedals of any form factor (mine is the fuzz face 
), but yes, for this board I want to try the minis. While the board itself will likely only be big enough for 5 pedals, I’ll go overboard like always and end up with way more. No problem, I’ll mix and match. That, for me, is part of the fun of physical pedals.
), but yes, for this board I want to try the minis. While the board itself will likely only be big enough for 5 pedals, I’ll go overboard like always and end up with way more. No problem, I’ll mix and match. That, for me, is part of the fun of physical pedals.
Michael7
Dr. Squier
Iset has both a Dumble and Dumbler pedal for very similar prices. Is there a difference? Thanks.
Oh no. It broke? That blows. Glad you replaced it.
Now I'm certain I need to buy another Caline Tantrum ... in case it breaks and they stop making it. I need to have enough for the rest of my life.
strat_strummer
John
Yeah, a couple years ago.
I love it because there is such a wide range of adjustment with it. Sounds wonderful when dialed in.
I love it because there is such a wide range of adjustment with it. Sounds wonderful when dialed in.
grizzlewulf
Squier-holic
Sub $50 pedals I use currently:
Caline Orange Burst: Nice overdrive, not exactly transparent but kinda in that range, nice natural sounding breakup
Joyo Deluxe Crunch: Distortion that's not too nuts, nice thick and gravely sound. 90s alt rock if you crank it up.
If you like fuzz:
Cuvave fuzz: nice dark warm Velcro rippy fuzz. Not much range to its sound, but the one sound it does is effective. Cheap as heck
Behringer Hyperfuzz: Turn your guitar into an acid-spitting weapon of screaming death. Also cheap as heck. People either adore this pedal or absolutely hate it, so you know it's not subtle lol.
And for a mere $60ish, I also use:
Joyo Uzi: Nice JCM to Mesa tones. Not quite modem metal tones, but hard rock for days. Brings the thump out in your palm mutes.
Caline Orange Burst: Nice overdrive, not exactly transparent but kinda in that range, nice natural sounding breakup
Joyo Deluxe Crunch: Distortion that's not too nuts, nice thick and gravely sound. 90s alt rock if you crank it up.
If you like fuzz:
Cuvave fuzz: nice dark warm Velcro rippy fuzz. Not much range to its sound, but the one sound it does is effective. Cheap as heck
Behringer Hyperfuzz: Turn your guitar into an acid-spitting weapon of screaming death. Also cheap as heck. People either adore this pedal or absolutely hate it, so you know it's not subtle lol.
And for a mere $60ish, I also use:
Joyo Uzi: Nice JCM to Mesa tones. Not quite modem metal tones, but hard rock for days. Brings the thump out in your palm mutes.
Kokko Space reverb is my favorite reverb pedal. One-knob simplicity but with a wide range of decay. The effect stays behind the guitar signal in the mix, so it's never in the way. Excellent ambient sounds, but it also works for subtle reverb.
DougMen
Squier-Axpert
I haven't seen one from them called "Dumble", just the "Dumbler", which, judging by the layout of the controls, appears to be a rebranded Rowin Dumbler, since they sell boards to a lot of other companies to use in their own enclosures. Do you have a pic of the "Dumble" one?
Michael7
Dr. Squier
DougMen
Squier-Axpert
That looks like the same pedal with different graphics. I have no idea why they would choose to release two different versions of the same pedal, unless one is an older version and one is newer. I would speculate that the Dumble one is an older version, simply because it has a knob on the gain control that Rowin used on some of their early pedals years ago, and the Dumbler one has the gain knob like all current Rowin pedals.
Michael7
Dr. Squier
Thanks! Amazon describes the one labled Dumbler as a Dumble pedal. It is slightly higher rated than the one labeled Dumble. The difference in price on my Prime account is $.08.
Iset is one of those Amazon vendors who list 20 pedals on the same page, so the questions asked by interested customers are not necessarily about the specific one you are looking for. So each question or customer review has to be scrutinized to determine which pedal is being discussed and if the responses are even relevant.
Iset is one of those Amazon vendors who list 20 pedals on the same page, so the questions asked by interested customers are not necessarily about the specific one you are looking for. So each question or customer review has to be scrutinized to determine which pedal is being discussed and if the responses are even relevant.
DougMen
Squier-Axpert
At the top of each Amazon review, in tiny letters, it shows which pedal the review is for, because you're right, Amazon bunches all reviews from any pedal brand together, so the review listings will be all pedals from that brand, not just that specific pedal. If the price is the same on all of them, I would probably buy the Stax one, because it has the coolest graphics. Or, I would buy the boring looking original Rowin one, hoping that they have better quality control, which is probably not true, lol. For all I know, Rowin may not just provide the boards, but build them for the other brands too.
I have a Rowin Bluesy pedal with the gain pot mounted upside down, so minimum gain is at 1 o'clock and maximum is at 11 o'clock, instead of minimum at 7 o'clock and maximum at 5 o'clock, lol. I had the Rowin Dumbler one a few years ago, and it seemed to be lower gain, brighter, and less "Dumbly" sounding than my Tomsline one.
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DougMen
Squier-Axpert
Actually, when I think about it, it's not the pot, but the knob is made wrong, so the insert in the knob, with a flat spot that determines where the knob goes on the pot shaft, is in the wrong place in relation to the pointer on the knob face.
ooooh yeah! I am a mini pedal fiend.
I can probably provide more info than you'd ever want.
Below I will attach a picture of my current (mostly) mini and budget pedals.
Theres a couple others on my main board (not pictured) and I've tried a few others and returned or sold them (obviously no pics of those).
For overdrives The Dumbler is the best handsdown.
I like it better than the Silverhorse.
The D250x is the most transparent and the B Box is good if you want more of a preamp type thing.
The Stageright VS one works but, is really just better at being a distortion.
Yes, I have all of those, and then some.
For Fuzz (since you mentioned it) I like the Rowin one, but I think you would like the Kmise.
Its fuzzier. The Rowin one stacked with an overdrive makes a good Boss DS1 type of distortion.
Kmise is more like a Big Muff Op-Amp.
The Spring Reverb is good, I have two of them.
The Kmise Ultimate Drive is also a winner.
As you can see I've build a couple of the boards into tool boxes, and 3 of the 4 are battery powered.
The 4th could be powered by battery too but its just my leftover pedals, I dont even play that board.
I'm actually looking to sell those pedals off.
What kind of music do you play?
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@ChefYetti
If I had to pick just 5, my signal chain for the greatest versatility would be....
Mini Tuner (any brand really)
Harmonizer (Donner)
Dumbler (VSN)
Fuzz (Kmise for you?)
Spring Reverb (Mosky)
Tuner is self explanatory.
Harmonizer does Octave stuff, but also the "Detune" setting covers a sort of Chorus sound.
Dumbler for when some good break up is needed, and if you want a distortion tone, it will stack well with the...
Fuzz, which also sounds awesome with the Harmonizer doing octave things.
Then Reverb for reverby things at the end.
Alternatively if you wanted to add in a 6th, or 7th pedal....
If you want more Modulation effects then the Flamma Mod pedal is good since it has so many packed into it.
It could take the place of the Harmonizer if you have no need for Octave pedal.
Or if you need a Delay or Tremolo then you need them, theres no replacing those.
Or if another drive is needed I would go with the Ultimate Drive or the US Dream for budget purposes.
An EQ pedal can also be a nice addition to shape things.
I recommend a little board that fits 6 pedals, get a 5 pedal daisy chain and then one little splitter to make that 5 work for 6 pedals. I use a USB battery pack and a 5v to 9v converter and an on/off switch to power mine. You have to spec out the correct battery though as the converters can only handle so much voltage.
If you want a set up like one of mine let me know and I will be happy to help you get the right parts.
...but maaaaaaybe get something that can hold a few extra pedals so you have room to grow
If I had to pick just 5, my signal chain for the greatest versatility would be....
Mini Tuner (any brand really)
Harmonizer (Donner)
Dumbler (VSN)
Fuzz (Kmise for you?)
Spring Reverb (Mosky)
Tuner is self explanatory.
Harmonizer does Octave stuff, but also the "Detune" setting covers a sort of Chorus sound.
Dumbler for when some good break up is needed, and if you want a distortion tone, it will stack well with the...
Fuzz, which also sounds awesome with the Harmonizer doing octave things.
Then Reverb for reverby things at the end.
Alternatively if you wanted to add in a 6th, or 7th pedal....
If you want more Modulation effects then the Flamma Mod pedal is good since it has so many packed into it.
It could take the place of the Harmonizer if you have no need for Octave pedal.
Or if you need a Delay or Tremolo then you need them, theres no replacing those.
Or if another drive is needed I would go with the Ultimate Drive or the US Dream for budget purposes.
An EQ pedal can also be a nice addition to shape things.
I recommend a little board that fits 6 pedals, get a 5 pedal daisy chain and then one little splitter to make that 5 work for 6 pedals. I use a USB battery pack and a 5v to 9v converter and an on/off switch to power mine. You have to spec out the correct battery though as the converters can only handle so much voltage.
If you want a set up like one of mine let me know and I will be happy to help you get the right parts.
...but maaaaaaybe get something that can hold a few extra pedals so you have room to grow
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