There is a lot to be said for pedal presets and patches on our multi-effects units – they are super convenient for saving and recalling our favourite guitar tones, and often essential when playing live. But it is a different story when recording, and Nashville-based session ace Derek Wells has explained why players need can’t rely on them in the studio.
In a recent video segment for Inside Blackbird, Wells says all bets are off when you arrive in the studio for a session, because what sounded great before you start recording won’t necessarily work for the track, especially in a busy mix.
