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Sho-Bud Volume Pedal

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The Sho-Bud Volume Pedal stands as a beloved choice among seasoned guitarists and pedal steel players, offering smooth and reliable volume control with every performance. Crafted with precision, this pedal is designed to meet the demands of musicians who require both durability and nuanced sound dynamics. Its high-quality potentiometer ensures seamless sound transitions, allowing you to express your music with the subtlety and control you need. The pedal's rugged construction guarantees longevity, making it an indispensable tool for both stage and studio settings. Whether you’re performing a delicate swell or need to cut through the mix, the Sho-Bud Volume Pedal provides the responsiveness and fidelity you expect from a classic in music gear.

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High-quality potentiometer for smooth volume transitions
Durable construction ideal for live and studio use
Compatible with a variety of instruments, including guitars and pedal steels
Non-slip surface for stable foot positioning during performance
Trusted by professional musicians for its reliability and sound quality

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Some users report that different potentiometer values in volume pedals can affect tone, especially when not fully open.
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The Ernie Ball volume pedal is often preferred for its feel and longevity over Dunlop, though some users favor the Goodrich for slightly better sound quality.
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Angled plugs are recommended for the Ernie Ball to fit closer to the pedal bar, enhancing usability.
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The Ernie Ball pedal is noted to be durable, with some experiencing issues like string breakage in other pedals.
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The Ernie Ball is often cited as sufficient for beginners and students, with potential upgrades considered for gigging purposes.
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Larry Carlton

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Steely Dan

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At 19:24 in this interview Larry Carlton points out his Sho-Bud. "So obviously that’s a Sho-Bud volume pedal which I started using in the early 70’s... Well at the time I don't know of another volume pedal that was available but I do know that the great steel guitar player Buddy Emmons, he used a Sho-Bud pedal and we were comrades in the studio so I, when it came time to get one, I thought that I’d get the Sho-Bud since that’s what Buddy’s using."

Roger Fisher

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Heart

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In this Woodytone article ( https://www.woodytone.com/2009/12/03/roger-fishers-heart-gear/ ), in the "Notable: Gear Notes" section, it mentions live he used a volume pedal, although the model goes unspecified. However, in the source photo, a Sho-Bud volume pedal can be seen and since this photo was taken in the late 70s (based off his use of a Stratocaster), this means that the Sho-Bud was most likely what he used for the volume swells on Mistral Wind, which was recorded and performed in the late 70s.

Grant Geissman

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Chuck Mangione

Verified via Vintage Guitar® magazine

"When we did the tracks, I used a Music Man HD120 amp. I also had a Sho-Bud volume pedal. I used a Mu-Tron III on “The XIth Commandment.” Some of the tracks had no effects – probably the L-5 straight into the board or through the amp. Mick would sometimes add cool delays."