Feynman Posted March 29, 2025 Posted March 29, 2025 Thanks to Mr. Gale, I am in new territory. I am going to have five guitar pedals. I don't know what to do with myself. I don't plan to leave my house with any of this stuff, but I do have two different practice areas that I'd like to lug between. Imaginary future sessions outside of my house might be included in the recommendation as well. The pedals can just sit on the floor and be perfectly fine, but I'd like it to look nice, with clean cabling and power, right? Looks good, cheap, relocatable... Advice? Thanks, as always, oh wise ones.
BoogieMKIIA Posted March 29, 2025 Posted March 29, 2025 Depends on how much you want to spend. I did a home made version with left over hardwood floor planks and a half round to get an angle. A Hot Spot wall wart power supply with multi plugs. 3M hook and loop. Great if you aren’t transporting it much. As I got more pedals and started gigging more, got a Dingbat medium with power supply and case. Wasn’t cheap but I don’t regret it a bit. You can also look for used boards. One that holds five pedals shouldn’t cost too much.
RobB Posted March 29, 2025 Posted March 29, 2025 Good advice above. An excellent solution for 5 pedals is the VoodooLabs Dingbat Small w/power supply and case. I use one with a Peterson tuner, Lovepedal Vibronaut and Boss DD3. There's room for two more pedals.
Dave Scepter Posted March 29, 2025 Posted March 29, 2025 Got any wood?.. ie an old crate or pallet laying around?.. You can make one for almost nothing
Feynman Posted March 29, 2025 Author Posted March 29, 2025 42 minutes ago, Dave Scepter said: Got any wood?.. ie an old crate or pallet laying around?.. You can make one for almost nothing That’s cool but you really wouldn’t want to see anything I’ve tried to make.
mathman Posted March 29, 2025 Posted March 29, 2025 I got this one on a stupid deal of the day. https://www.musiciansfriend.com/amplifiers-effects/live-wire-pb300-club-pedalboard-with-soft-case/l87497000000000?source=3WWRWXGG&utm_medium=paid-search&utm_channel=paid-search&utm_source=google&utm_platform=google&utm_campaign=MF_G_NTM_SEM-DSA_Amps-Effects_Effects&utm_ct=ntm&utm_tactic=prospecting&utm_segment=amp-effect&utm_term=&utm_content=664971538783&gad_source=1 Well made, sturdy and plenty big enough for 5 pedals.
hamerhead Posted March 29, 2025 Posted March 29, 2025 NuX Bumblebee: There's about a thousand ways to configure one, and your power supply and 'always on' pedals can sit underneath the top row while still being accessible. I switched from a Pedaltrain Classic II to the NPB-L, kept all the same pedals and had about a 6" narrower footprint. The cross bars can be added, removed, or moved to whatever position you need. Pretty slick, really. ETA Website: https://www.nuxaudio.com/bumblebee.html
Dave Scepter Posted March 29, 2025 Posted March 29, 2025 1 hour ago, Feynman said: That’s cool but you really wouldn’t want to see anything I’ve tried to make. Fair enough 🤣
santellavision Posted March 30, 2025 Posted March 30, 2025 These Guitto Pedalboards are so cool and no more velcro! They have plastic mounts that hold your pedals on. They come in different sizes. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08DS4QTCP?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1
Camstone Posted March 30, 2025 Posted March 30, 2025 I am a big fan /user of this company's work, although the two I have look nothing like their current offerings. But well designed and well built. https://holeyboardpedalboards.com/
Hackubus Posted March 30, 2025 Posted March 30, 2025 I picked up one of these recently. https://www.daddario.com/products/accessories/xpnd-pedalboards/ It's great for leaving under my computer/recording station. Allows me to leave my bigger pedaltrain board somewhat wired together and packed away under the bed for the 2.5 gigs per decade I play anymore.
scottcald Posted March 30, 2025 Posted March 30, 2025 Pedaltrain are good, simple and not a lot. Used they’re pretty inexpensive.
Hbom Posted March 30, 2025 Posted March 30, 2025 1 hour ago, santellavision said: These Guitto Pedalboards are so cool and no more velcro! They have plastic mounts that hold your pedals on. They come in different sizes. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08DS4QTCP?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1 I see Joyo has copied that idea. I haven't tried either. JOYO Gpb-02 Block And Lock Guitar Pedalboard And Bag - Guitto
Dave Scepter Posted March 30, 2025 Posted March 30, 2025 1 hour ago, santellavision said: These Guitto Pedalboards are so cool and no more velcro! They have plastic mounts that hold your pedals on. They come in different sizes. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08DS4QTCP?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1 These look like they are very well made... and I like the handles on the side 👍
Hbom Posted March 30, 2025 Posted March 30, 2025 For a house board with 5 pedals you can do pretty well at amazon for under $30.
django49 Posted March 30, 2025 Posted March 30, 2025 Many options....For me, I start with looking at what pedals you want to use, their size and how they will be connected.... That is, are inputs and outputs on the sides or tops? Do you need a power supply or just a "daisy chain" adaptor? How far do you have to space them for cables? Things like the following can reduce your space needs if they are basic right in, left out setups. https://www.amazon.com/OTraki-Coupler-Straight-Connectors-Pedalboard/dp/B07JCJF92D?crid=21CLM4NL78PZM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.65YyXhqtKlsq6so4QA4lX6q4_Vdz0MVmN-GgGNHvwAnTLzwq8sAVLeM4UjwjqLNL_es6dtKH7MGs9fZ4bir4Y7Yaz-aS4zfweO1RP1uUvewiFITsKZ_WKxy1xv8RM3UTKMK2_jli0sNfvk3NCvbpSyHaEDsutgqKMR5RREuCK98T5qIB-91mXZcNR-Dj0-ptTmgN6fhiQbJmCLUhC1wZ10vM2tqbPVYL1bL8Yv42mXpoWb6qzMFelHNdcrXt96Rpz-2ru2n8fnlnithWoq2l-CeS6W2angRxBXbEUmPYDMKcefR33_nVXkV8cb-RkSEKQaM6NkbN3ap74SAnpecvY8IPWmmLclvHCGRbnXneQt5G-YkBJ5YtBM35scY8KbYLFlb1R7BRPJE9GUwjjV-NrXgCBVu_UCWsEYA5XtADzWgiT0eGyP925LRV8bOdLjGJ.SEEB7gikbZyce5WzPsBf1Hoo4CofTPnrkW07UzvAtYk&dib_tag=se&keywords=1%2F4%2Binch%2Bpedal%2Bconnectors&qid=1743354120&sprefix=pedal%2Bconnectors%2Caps%2C210&sr=8-4&th=1 https://www.amazon.com/OTraki-Coupler-Straight-Connectors-Pedalboard/dp/B07HDX42QZ?crid=21CLM4NL78PZM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.65YyXhqtKlsq6so4QA4lX6q4_Vdz0MVmN-GgGNHvwAnTLzwq8sAVLeM4UjwjqLNL_es6dtKH7MGs9fZ4bir4Y7Yaz-aS4zfweO1RP1uUvewiFITsKZ_WKxy1xv8RM3UTKMK2_jli0sNfvk3NCvbpSyHaEDsutgqKMR5RREuCK98T5qIB-91mXZcNR-Dj0-ptTmgN6fhiQbJmCLUhC1wZ10vM2tqbPVYL1bL8Yv42mXpoWb6qzMFelHNdcrXt96Rpz-2ru2n8fnlnithWoq2l-CeS6W2angRxBXbEUmPYDMKcefR33_nVXkV8cb-RkSEKQaM6NkbN3ap74SAnpecvY8IPWmmLclvHCGRbnXneQt5G-YkBJ5YtBM35scY8KbYLFlb1R7BRPJE9GUwjjV-NrXgCBVu_UCWsEYA5XtADzWgiT0eGyP925LRV8bOdLjGJ.SEEB7gikbZyce5WzPsBf1Hoo4CofTPnrkW07UzvAtYk&dib_tag=se&keywords=1%2F4%2Binch%2Bpedal%2Bconnectors&qid=1743354120&sprefix=pedal%2Bconnectors%2Caps%2C210&sr=8-4&th=1
alantig Posted March 30, 2025 Posted March 30, 2025 9 hours ago, Camstone said: I am a big fan /user of this company's work, although the two I have look nothing like their current offerings. But well designed and well built. https://holeyboardpedalboards.com/ I have one of these - bought it on their site from the demo/slightly damaged category (don't remember what they called it, but there was maybe one minor defect in the finish) during one of their sales. I like having the shelf for my wah, and I like that it's adjustable.
Feynman Posted March 30, 2025 Author Posted March 30, 2025 Thanks, all. It's nice to see the 'nice' options, but I don't actually need anything. I see a couple on local offerup that will probably do the trick, but if not, one of the many MUYOOPR or FJJSGUP on Amazon will suffice.
Feynman Posted March 31, 2025 Author Posted March 31, 2025 12 hours ago, Hackubus said: I picked up one of these recently. https://www.daddario.com/products/accessories/xpnd-pedalboards/ I just got one of these, and thanks to a call from the guvnor, another from Amazon that I will compare it with. Someone used his D’addario/Camel Cash on one so it was brand new in box for a great price. And he only lived ten minutes away. Seems nicer than what I need but it looks good and cost me about the same as the Amazon cheapies. Thanks again for all of the replies. I'm all set.
Hbom Posted March 31, 2025 Posted March 31, 2025 On 3/30/2025 at 9:05 AM, django49 said: Many options....For me, I start with looking at what pedals you want to use, their size and how they will be connected.... That is, are inputs and outputs on the sides or tops? Do you need a power supply or just a "daisy chain" adaptor? How far do you have to space them for cables? Things like the following can reduce your space needs if they are basic right in, left out setups. https://www.amazon.com/OTraki-Coupler-Straight-Connectors-Pedalboard/dp/B07JCJF92D?crid=21CLM4NL78PZM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.65YyXhqtKlsq6so4QA4lX6q4_Vdz0MVmN-GgGNHvwAnTLzwq8sAVLeM4UjwjqLNL_es6dtKH7MGs9fZ4bir4Y7Yaz-aS4zfweO1RP1uUvewiFITsKZ_WKxy1xv8RM3UTKMK2_jli0sNfvk3NCvbpSyHaEDsutgqKMR5RREuCK98T5qIB-91mXZcNR-Dj0-ptTmgN6fhiQbJmCLUhC1wZ10vM2tqbPVYL1bL8Yv42mXpoWb6qzMFelHNdcrXt96Rpz-2ru2n8fnlnithWoq2l-CeS6W2angRxBXbEUmPYDMKcefR33_nVXkV8cb-RkSEKQaM6NkbN3ap74SAnpecvY8IPWmmLclvHCGRbnXneQt5G-YkBJ5YtBM35scY8KbYLFlb1R7BRPJE9GUwjjV-NrXgCBVu_UCWsEYA5XtADzWgiT0eGyP925LRV8bOdLjGJ.SEEB7gikbZyce5WzPsBf1Hoo4CofTPnrkW07UzvAtYk&dib_tag=se&keywords=1%2F4%2Binch%2Bpedal%2Bconnectors&qid=1743354120&sprefix=pedal%2Bconnectors%2Caps%2C210&sr=8-4&th=1 https://www.amazon.com/OTraki-Coupler-Straight-Connectors-Pedalboard/dp/B07HDX42QZ?crid=21CLM4NL78PZM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.65YyXhqtKlsq6so4QA4lX6q4_Vdz0MVmN-GgGNHvwAnTLzwq8sAVLeM4UjwjqLNL_es6dtKH7MGs9fZ4bir4Y7Yaz-aS4zfweO1RP1uUvewiFITsKZ_WKxy1xv8RM3UTKMK2_jli0sNfvk3NCvbpSyHaEDsutgqKMR5RREuCK98T5qIB-91mXZcNR-Dj0-ptTmgN6fhiQbJmCLUhC1wZ10vM2tqbPVYL1bL8Yv42mXpoWb6qzMFelHNdcrXt96Rpz-2ru2n8fnlnithWoq2l-CeS6W2angRxBXbEUmPYDMKcefR33_nVXkV8cb-RkSEKQaM6NkbN3ap74SAnpecvY8IPWmmLclvHCGRbnXneQt5G-YkBJ5YtBM35scY8KbYLFlb1R7BRPJE9GUwjjV-NrXgCBVu_UCWsEYA5XtADzWgiT0eGyP925LRV8bOdLjGJ.SEEB7gikbZyce5WzPsBf1Hoo4CofTPnrkW07UzvAtYk&dib_tag=se&keywords=1%2F4%2Binch%2Bpedal%2Bconnectors&qid=1743354120&sprefix=pedal%2Bconnectors%2Caps%2C210&sr=8-4&th=1 A note on those plugs. They work fine, but if the input jacks on the pedals don't line up quite right, you can break the input on the pedal when you step on the switch. I use them on my desktop board that I hit the switch with my hand but went back to 6" patch cords for anything on the floor that I might get overly aggressive on. YMMV
hamerhead Posted March 31, 2025 Posted March 31, 2025 14 minutes ago, Hbom said: A note on those plugs. They work fine, but if the input jacks on the pedals don't line up quite right, you can break the input on the pedal when you step on the switch. I use them on my desktop board that I hit the switch with my hand but went back to 6" patch cords for anything on the floor that I might get overly aggressive on. YMMV You need the offset ones for pedals that don't line up: They can still stress the jack if your pedals aren't on something super solid. Something like this is better in tight spaces:
Feynman Posted April 14, 2025 Author Posted April 14, 2025 I just realized I forgot to thank everyone. Thank you, everyone. Mission accomplished. I'm such a poser.
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