Andy Martin

At his TPS video he explains that he always favored tape delay sounds instead of reverb, reason why he has the Catalinbread Belle Epoch Deluxe and the special edition PGS tweaked TC Electronic Alter Ego/Flashback delay

In a demo by ProGuitarShopDemos on YouTube, Andy Martin showcases the Dunlop FFM6 Band of Gypsys Fuzz Face Mini. This pedal, inspired by the unique tone Jimi Hendrix achieved with his modified Fuzz Face in the late '60s, offers a distinct, aggressive sound. The video highlights how Dunlop's engineers meticulously recreated this iconic tone by refining the Octavio circuit, which excludes the upper octave for a sharper, raspier effect. The FFM6 features modern enhancements like a power jack and LED indicator and is crafted in the USA.

Andy Martin uses the Catalinbread Adineko, as demonstrated in a video by ProGuitarShopDemos on YouTube. This pedal authentically recreates the vintage oil can delay effect from the 1960s, offering extended delay times and unique features like adjustable oil thickness and reverb. The Adineko is known for its ability to create haunting soundscapes and vintage tones, making it a versatile tool in Martin's gear lineup.

It’s more my style since I often use it to mimic a fast Leslie speaker. Sometimes I swap this out for a Phase 100 or an Ibanez PT-9 which is great for Clash tunes with it’s higher resonance and squishier sound.

The Marshall Bluesbreaker is one of my first pedals I got around ‘94. It’s very transparent and gets along well with most of my amps. I was unaware people were cloning this pedal nowadays but can understand why.

It has a way of bringing out the good qualities in an amp and it’s perfect for lead boosts. It trades places with an OCD ver.3 that I also picked out of a batch I was testing.

My main amp is a ‘78 Orange OR120. It’s got the Partridge trannys and is a bit of an odd duck with the stock black tolex.

I rarely use any OD pedals with it because it’s dirty enough! However, it cleans up remarkably well with my guitars since they all have treble bleed caps installed (an easy trick to retain high end when you roll back the guitar volume). The tone is unlike a Marshall; it’s “Foggy” like you might have read but there’s this extra weight you get behind riffs or even single notes that I haven’t found in other amps. It’s a beast!

In a video by ProGuitarShopDemos, Andy Martin demonstrates the Function F(x) Cluster Fuzz pedal. This versatile fuzz effects pedal offers a range of tones, from light overdrive to intense, gated fuzz, thanks to its interactive controls and unique features like the clipping switch and 8-Bit knob. The Cluster Fuzz is highlighted for its ability to clean up beautifully with the guitar's volume rolled back, showcasing its dynamic range and quality craftsmanship.

At his TPS video he explains that he always favored tape delay sounds instead of reverb, reason why he has the Catalinbread Belle Epoch Deluxe and the special edition PGS tweaked TC Electronic Alter Ego/Flashback delay

It’s more my style since I often use it to mimic a fast Leslie speaker. Sometimes I swap this out for a Phase 100 or an Ibanez PT-9 which is great for Clash tunes with it’s higher resonance and squishier sound.

The EH Octave Multiplexer is one of the few stock pedals in my collection. It sounds great with fuzz and phase for mean single note solos and such. I used to have the big box version but now I have more room for fuzzes!

The Fulltone '69 Fuzz cleans up like no other fuzz I’ve owned, almost overdrive like. The enclosure was obviously a B-stock for it’s lack of lettering and for that I love it even more!

The ‘69 Fuzz is one I assembled while I was at Fulltone.

Last is a Fulltone Supa-Trem which has a sweet amp like pulse. The half speed switch gets a lot of use.

It has a way of bringing out the good qualities in an amp and it’s perfect for lead boosts. It trades places with an OCD ver.3 that I also picked out of a batch I was testing.

I could probably swap out everyone of my effects for something new but one crucial piece of gear I must have is a tape delay. I’ve had a half a dozen Echoplex’s since high school and even though they can be fickle, the sound is pure magic. A tape echo has cleaner repeats than analog delay but degrades more natural than digital, so it’s a beautiful mix. I love the extra shimmer from the tape rolling around and the tone coloring of the Ep-3 circuit as well. I have a TTE at home, but the Maestro Echoplex is still my favorite.

My other main amp is a JTM45 clone from Metropolis that my Dad built. It too has had some small mods with tone cap and resistor changes. I love the tone of the KT66 tubes, very dynamic and bold. I always jump the two channels to get a little more low end out of it.

I crank it up and scale it down with a Weber Mass 50 and mic a Dead Room ISO cab which I just adore. No more amp simulators for late night recording!

In a demo video by ProGuitarShopDemos on YouTube, Andy Martin showcases the BeatBuddy Mini Personal Drummer. This compact multi-effects pedal provides real-time control of a virtual drummer, featuring over 100 songs across 24 genres. Martin demonstrates its capabilities, including adding fills and transitions, using a single footswitch and optional additional controls.

In a ProGuitarShopDemos video on YouTube, Andy Martin demonstrates the Alexander Jubilee Silver Overdrive Pedal. This all-analog pedal is designed to emulate the Marshall 2555 Silver Jubilee, featuring a robust EQ stack and unique gain and loudness controls for versatile sound shaping. The pedal is hand-built in North Carolina, ensuring high-quality components and exceptional tone.

Andy Martin uses the Dawner Prince Electronics Boonar Multi-Head Drum Echo, as demonstrated in a video by ProGuitarShopDemos on YouTube. The Boonar is a modern take on the classic Binson Echorec, featuring advanced DSP technology and customizable controls for a rich, vintage echo experience. Each unit is meticulously hand-crafted in Croatia, adding a personal connection for fans from the region.

Andy Martin, known for his work on Reverb.com, is almost exclusively associated with Redtail Guitars, as highlighted on the Redtail Guitars homepage.

Until recently, I wasn’t happy with my tuner choices. They were always buffered, and I could tell how it affected other pedals. The TC Polytune is not only cool for the poly mode, but small and true bypass.

Andy Martin about TC PolyTune.

The Voodoo Lab micro vibe is an older model, no LED and I swapped the DC jack for a boss style. It’s does the Hendrix thing pretty well, and the speed knob has been swapped for easy foot adjustments.

I like to place all my modulation effects first to avoid that harsh distorted white noise swish.

I have a TTE at home, but the Maestro Echoplex is still my favorite.

The tolex has this funky cowboy leather look and he built a matching a 2x12 cab (ADA Style) loaded with Celestion V30’s and a little 18 watter project that came out of a Hammond organ.

The tolex has this funky cowboy leather look and he built a matching a 2x12 cab (ADA Style) loaded with Celestion V30’s and a little 18 watter project that came out of a Hammond organ.

Andy Martin utilizes the Alexander La Calavera Phaser, as demonstrated in a video by ProGuitarShopDemos on YouTube. This versatile pedal offers three modes: Sauve, a ten-stage phaser for classic tones; Dynamica, which adjusts speed based on playing dynamics; and Loco, providing intense modulation and ring modulator effects. Whether for classic or unique sounds, the La Calavera Phaser is integral to Martin's gear lineup.

Andy Martin is featured using the Keeley Oxblood Overdrive V2 in a demo video by ProGuitarShopDemos on YouTube. This pedal, known for its versatile gain range and unique frequency response, is highlighted for its ability to cut through a mix effectively, whether in low-gain or high-gain settings. The video showcases the Oxblood's engineering precision and dynamic capabilities, illustrating why it's a preferred choice for both lead and rhythm guitarists.

In a video by ProGuitarShopDemos, Andy Martin demonstrates the Wren and Cuff Eye See Pi Op-Amp Distortion pedal. Known for its crunchy and aggressive fuzz, this pedal is a modern take on the 1976 IC Big Muff, distinguished by its use of op-amps instead of transistors. The Eye See Pi also features a Tone Bypass toggle switch, offering a more open and raw distortion. As with all Wren and Cuff products, it boasts exceptional build quality and tone.

In a video by ProGuitarShopDemos, Andy Martin discusses the Fender Custom Shop Lineage Black Stratocaster Pickups. These pickups, featured in the '60s style guitars from the Total Tone series, include 42-gauge enamel wire, cloth leads, and a reverse-wound, reverse-polarity middle pickup for hum cancellation. Designed with Alnico V staggered magnets, they offer a mellower, smoky tone ideal for brighter amps or high-gain applications.

Andy Martin frequently uses the Fender '65 Deluxe Reverb as the primary amplifier in over 2,000 pedal demos featured on ProGuitarShop and Reverb.