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Special Effects

Electronic gadgets and gimmicks are a standard part of the rock equipment catalog, established during the last six or seven years as an integral part of the rock sound. The initial novelty of a volume control pedal which the guitarist could pump rapidly with his foot to attain a wah-wah-wahing sound quickly became an accepted part of the act, used by giants like Hendrix and Sly Stone to make new sound.

October 1, 1973

Special Effects

Bend It! Twist It! Warp It! (Mmmm...)

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