Video Question: Heavy Metal and Pedals

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Date: February 2nd, 2009 | Length: 2.17 | Instructor: David MacKenzie

Jimenezr asked "A question that any of you head bangers can answer. What pedal and amp combination is better for heavy metal and rock. I have a big muff with a beginner amplifier but it doesn't quite sound the same as when Dennis plays the tunes." Another benefit of being a member of JamPlay is the video response section. Our expert staff fields questions from our members and provides video responses each week.

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