More than ever before, guitar players are using effects pedals to optimize their tone, or extend the range of sounds available in their playing. It is not uncommon to see guitarists with pedalboards holding 10 or more pedals. The Golden Age of effects may be here, or it may be yet to some, but no matter which, one thing is sure, there are plenty of options existing and affordable for any musician.This book is for you, if you are a guitarist using effects pedals, and are curious to find out what's going on inside those colorful boxes on the floor.Written in a conversational style that should appeal to DIY Makers, hobbyists and guitarists who are just interested in what makes those special sounds, this book explains the technology of guitar effects pedals in easy to understand language, with only a small amount of math and scientific jargon. You don't have to be an engineer to enjoy the book, so let’s begin!This Kindle eBook can also be read on your smartphone with the Kindle app, or with a laptop or PC using Kindle for PC.NOTE: There are no complete schematics of commercial pedals in this book.