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bass pedals
Graphic vs. Parametric EQ Pedals: Which One Is Right for You?
Graphic and parametric EQ pedals both shape your tone, but they work differently. This guide breaks down which type fits your playing style, rig, and goals.

bass
Do you Feel the (Bass) Buzz?
Bassbuzz is the best online resource for developing strong bass skills. Tried and loved. Plus, we met Josh in real life. Josh is awesome.

Let's Celebrate our 6th anniversary! Sale and giveaway details
In August of each year, we celebrate our anniversary. This year, things have been different because August was a busy month. To let Empress celebrate their own big milestone, 20 years in business, ...

On Friday July 11th, we Met Gary Holt
On Friday, July 11th, we met the great Gary Holt, guitarist for Slayer and Exodus, and also GUPTech customer.

The Importance of Power Filtration for Guitar Effects Pedals
Power filtration is a critical but often overlooked aspect of building a reliable, noise-free guitar pedalboard. Without proper filtration, your effects pedals can introduce unwanted hum, buzz, or ...

Poisson d'avril!
Primary school, known as “elementary school” outside of Québec, is a great opportunity to learn about most holidays. As kids, we learned quite early that April 1st was “Poisson d’avril”, or “April’...

Effects pedals
Ultimate boost guide for high gain tones - GUPtech
For guitar players seeking to enhance their tube amps, the options can be overwhelming, but understanding your specific needs is key. Whether it’s adding gain, tightening tone, or boosting volume, ...

new design
New Design of the WNR Chorus
It's time to introduce the new UV print design of the now classic WNR chorus delay.

New Release - Big Pinotte Fuzz
We all know someone who can't get rid of its old big metallic box Fuzz. The Big Muff is around since a lot of time and a lot of players keep them on their board since the beginning.
It was about ti...

