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ESSENTIAL ANCILLARIES

Though there’s a certain satisfaction that comes from making a pedalboard out of an old shelf, skateboard or road sign, there comes a point when it’s un-ergonomic.

If you have more than a handful of pedals, the weight alone can make transporting them a pain. At this point, it’s worth considering an aluminium-rail pedalboard with a case.

Some pedalboards come with hard flight cases, but unless you’re a touring pro that’s overkill. For most, a shoulder-slung bag with a sturdy handle and plastic inserts to prevent rips is sufficient.

Next, you can choose a power supply. This could be a feature on its own, but in short – save yourself money in the long-term and buy an isolated power supply. It’s more reliable, and you won’t have noise issues. It should also come with

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