Ernie Ball MVP Most Valuable Pedal

Product Information

The 500k Stereo Volume/Pan Pedal has a 500k ohm resistance suitable for the audio path of passive or active instruments. Attached to the footplate is a switch that provides the user two operating modes (volume or pan). Use the A input / A output for the left channel and the B input / B output for the right channel for stereo signals. Who is this best suited for: The JOYO Multimode Wah/Volume pedal is a great choice for guitarists who need to save space on their pedalboard. It functions to a high level as both a standard volume controller or a wah filter pedal, so if both of these effects are on your wishlist, you can save time and effort with this JOYO offering. One of the most popular techniques that can be used with this kind of pedal is playing volume swells. However, some pedals are equally as vital to your overall tone, but often get overlooked because their role is more understated. Volume pedals fall into this category. When used effectively, one could argue that a volume pedal is just as important to your sound on the whole, like any other pedal.

This expression and volume pedal features a grip-teeth design which I found prevented my foot from slip off when using it. This feature allowed me to focus my attention on playing the instrument rather than worrying about foot positioning. It is built from a combination of durable metal, rubber, and high-strength plastic, so I’m confident that it can withstand heavy usage. My Review: In recent years, we’ve witnessed JOYO’s emergence as one of the leading providers of affordable effects pedals. I’m a huge admirer of their extensive range, which spans across distortion, modulation, and reverbs, and with the Multimode pedal, I was pleased to learn that they have ventured into the world of volume and wah. Who is this best suited for: If you’re intending on purchasing an expression pedal in addition to a volume pedal, the EXP-1 by Fender allows you to combine the two. It’s ideal for guitarists who use an array of effects, as it allows you to directly control both the volume level and the individual parameters of other pedals. Let me start by saying that there is no “right or wrong” way to position your pedals in a signal chain. Some of the most innovative guitarists and bassists have created their signature tones by doing things in a way that conventional wisdom would regard as being “wrong”. With that being said, some general guidelines can be used to create the intended effects from your pedals. My Review: Although Fender is best known for their extensive range of high-end instruments and amplifiers, I think one of the best-kept secrets in the industry is that they also produce a selection of respectable pedals. The EXP-1 is their flagship volume and expression pedal, so I was particularly eager to test it out.

Where Should I Place a Volume Pedal and How to Use It?

As a musician, it’s very easy to become mesmerized by effects pedals that have extreme tone-altering capabilities. Indeed, it’s a lot of fun transforming your tone and sculpting your sound using a variety of processing tools.

Thankfully, using a pedal with dual outputs provides the perfect solution. When the bassist turns on their effects, it plays through a second amplifier while their original, clean low-end still drives their overall tone, and there is no loss of power caused by the process. Passive vs. Active Volume Pedals Who is this best suited for: Guitarists, keyboardists, bassists, or synth players who require a responsive volume pedal that is easy to set up and operate will love the Boss FV-50L. It provides the ideal blend of control and easy usage, without overcomplicating things with unnecessary parameters.There’s no harm in mixing up true bypass pedals with buffered pedals, so don’t worry if the particular volume pedal that you choose doesn’t line up with your other effects in that respect. Indeed, using a combination of these two pedal types is a safer bet than simply relying on one variety. If you do choose to mix the two, it’s best to start your signal path with a buffered pedal, as this will strengthen your instrument’s tone before it reaches the other pedals. Positioning a Volume Pedal in Your Signal Chain The Ernie Ball MVP is buffered, which makes it very versatile but also means you'll need to power it. Dedicated tuner output, min volume control, and a gain knob are amongst the stand-out features. The string assembly is a weak point, but nevertheless this is a versatile and affordable volume pedal. Another bonus feature I discovered is that it also has a polarity switch to ensure its compatibility with any inputs that are specifically for expression or volume pedals. My findings led me to the conclusion that the EP-3 is ideal for being used with pedals, or devices like synthesizers, which are notoriously difficult to tame due to their complex outputs. It's a bold claim when you announce that your pedal is the "Most Valuable Pedal" but when you consider how versatile this pedal allows you to be you have to consider its claims.

As a lover of vintage-style technology, one thing that I was particularly excited about was the fact that this pedal is completely analog and doubles up as a Wah pedal. I enjoyed the lightweight of the housing and found it to be also robust. Right off the bat, I could tell that the useful active volume control minimizes the risk of impedance issues caused by dynamic inconsistencies. In the past, I’ve found that creating swells using a volume pedal is a great way to generate ambient textures within a song. Ernie Ball VP Jr is great for this purpose. It has a solidly built pivot shaft that is made from stainless steel and precisely secured using nylon bushings. This solid mechanism is joined by stainless steel springs for ultimate durability.A very worthy competitor to the Ernie Ball VP Jr. The durable steel-band drive does away with breakage issues, and the DVP3 Volume (X) can double as an expression pedal. There are also no tone loss issues. The Ernie Ball VP Jr. is a better deal, but the Dunlop is a slightly better volume pedal. The biggest downside of this pedal for me is its size, and it is one of the main reasons why I have gone with smaller solutions whenever I was putting a pedalboard together. Some users have also complained about a couple of small mounting screws breaking after some time, which could be very inconvenient.