note: The circuit is redrawn trying to make it simpler. Usually, the Envelope Detector stage is represented in parallel looking like a Long Tailed Pair or a Differential Amplifier that could be misleading. MOD: The output series 0.05uF capacitor C9 can be enlarged to a 1uF to give to the effect a full bottom end response. 7. Resources.

Fear not, bassists - we haven't forgotten about you. Darkglass makes some of the best bass effects pedals around, so including a compressor from any other brand seems rude. Fuzz distortion is an important component of David Gilmour’s tone. In the 60s, fuzz distortion was common as there weren’t many distortion or overdrive options available. David started with a Dallas Arbiter Fuzz Face (as seen in my Jimi Hendrix guide) and eventually moved over to the well known Big Muff in the late 70s. The compressor may not have the most transformative effect on your tone, especially compared to the dramatic difference chorus pedals or phaser pedals have on your sound. Very basically, a compressor reduces the dynamic range of your guitar - making the loud parts quieter and the quiet parts louder. This results in a smoother, more balanced sound and has the added benefit of giving you more sustain.a b c d e f Hunter, Dave (2004). Guitar effects pedals: the practical handbook. Hal Leonard. pp.24, 89. ISBN 978-0-87930-806-3. There’s no rule as to how much you should spend on a bass compressor pedal. More expensive models tend to have more features, or will yield a slightly better tone. Really cheap pedals might do the job, but they’re likely to break or fault sooner. Some trustworthy brands to look out for include Boss, MXR, Electro-Harmonix and Aguilar. This rig is based on the amplifier modified by Pete Cornish for David Gilmour. If you want the closest option to what David uses but one small enough to use at home, then this is the best option. It does come at a cost though so if you have the budget, enjoy. Try having the MXR first in the chain of compressors at a relatively high Output level and with medium Sensitivity. This will give the signal a nice boost.

As mentioned, this pedal is a phaser or phase shifter. It’s an incredibly popular pedal and well known for Van Halen’s ‘brown sound’. For many Gilmour fans, this is a suitable modulation pedal and does a good job of covering most songs.

Why Should I Choose an MXR Dyna Comp Pedal?

a b Ross, Michael (1998). Getting great guitar sounds: a non-technical approach to shaping your personal sound. Hal Leonard. p.75. ISBN 978-0-7935-9140-4. The Dyna Comp Deluxe Compressor gives you all you need to make this classic effect support the sound of your rig, from squishy '70s compression to the open, transparent "light touch" compression favored by many modern players. It’s worth keeping in mind that while chorus can be a great effect when used properly, it’s sometimes used by guitarists in a way that makes their tone sound outdated or cheesy. So if you do get a chorus pedal, have a listen to when David uses it, how much of the effect you hear and more importantly, when he doesn’t use it. Chorus, Flanger & Vibe all in one pedal

Robert Keeley and Keeley effects are known for making super high-quality effects that both feel familiar to seasoned guitarists as well as push the envelope of what effects pedals can do. The Phase 90 can do a good job with songs that did use a UniVibe as it’s a very similar effect. So if you’re not interested in buying a separate UniVibe pedal, a phaser like this one is a decent option. EHX Deluxe Electric Mistress Whatever amp you choose, the main point is that you want to find a tube amp that produces a nice clean tone. David Gilmour produces his dirty tone with pedals so focus on finding a good clean sounding amp. Fuzz Distortion The other issue is that it constantly changes. David switches in and out different pedals over time and it’s hard to find specific pedals that he uses throughout his entire career.The only control on the pedal is a speed control so it’s an easy ‘set and forget’ pedal. The downside is that it only has one control – so you won’t be able to tweak the effect like you can with other pedals. Now that you have read through the different effects options, let’s look at a simple rig you can put together on a budget to start playing around with some David Gilmour tones. This rig takes the cheapest options above and only includes the bare minimum needed. There are plenty of other fuzz face pedals and the other one I suggest looking at is the Jimi Hendrix version. If you’re also a Hendrix fan, it’s a nice option.