How do I know what size pedals to get?

To choose the right size pedalboard you need to factor in the dimensions of the pedals, space between each pedal, and room for the power supply (if it will not be mounted underneath the board). You may also want to leave room for extra pedals, or consider if you need a smaller board for portability.

What is the best size pedal board?

Small pedalboards: For the cautious & beginners Dimensions & capacity: 42 x 15 cm for 3 or 4 pedals. Dimensions & capacity: 59 x 15 cm for 4 to 5 pedals.

How tall should my pedalboard be?

Pedalboard Dimensions All models are 3 ½-inches high at the tall end (facing the audience) and 1 ½-inches high at the short end (facing you).

What side of Velcro is the hook?

rough side
The rough side is called the hook. And the soft side is called the loop. The hook and loop fastener’s name was inspired by how the technology works. Each fastener is made up of two pieces of materials – one with lots of tiny loops and another with lots of tiny hooks.

Is Velcro the best way to Mount pedals to a pedalboard?

No, there are plenty of other viable options to mount pedals to your pedalboard. While some are more effective than others, it comes down to who you are as a player and what you plan to do with your pedals. Do you plan to rotate in and out based on the need? If so Velcro is going to be the way to go.

How do you attach an effects pedal to a board?

Simply turn the effects pedal upside down and remove the screws. Then, utilizing the existing hardware, thread the screw through either of the eyelets of a Pedal-link. Re-fasten the hardware screw back into the underside of the pedal. Then mount the other side of the link to the board.

What’s wrong with hook side pedalboard?

But in the case of hook side on the pedalboard, it’s wide open to being stomped on, stepped on, scuffed, having things dropped on it, as well as the dirt and grime listed above that make adhesion difficult once it gets to a certain level.

Is it time to commit to a pedalboard?

So you bought yourself a pedalboard, you’re setting it up and all is well with the world. You have all of your effects pedals ordered properly, all your wires have been routed, you’ve got it all figured out and now it’s time to commit.