Effect Pedal Labels!
Looking over various Pedal Line Friday submissions and many pro pedal board breakdowns, I’ve seen multiple ways to mark and record the settings on pedals. Usually, you see good old masking tape or gaffers tape on the pedals themselves. Sometimes you see mailing labels like Avery labels, etc. Often the tape leaves gunk behind and or tears depending on the age of the tape on the pedal. Avery labels are really hard to remove and can damage your pedals, etc.
I wanted to create something that guitarist could use but address these problems. I went in search of a sticker that sticks… but removes easily. It was a challenge to find something that once applied won’t move or shift on the pedal, but as soon as you want to remove it or replace the label with new setting values, would come off very easily. I believe we found a great solution to this problem.
I also wanted something that looked good. Not just hand drawn circles or simple check marks next to the knobs, etc. like you often see, but something that complimented the pedal nicely. I created pre-defined formats that could be applied to various pedals including boutique styles, etc.
The label system is super easy. Look at your pedal and note how many knobs and if there is an appropriate label for that manufacturer. For example there is a Boss 4 knob version. You would use a Sharpie (or other permanent marker) and draw a line from the center point out to the edge (ruler makes it tight!). After your settings have been marked on the label remove it from the sheet and apply it to the pedal. If it’s not straight, no worries, it peels off, then re-apply.
If you have an odd-ball pedal, no problem, you can use single knob labels and apply those, or use another style. For example, MXR 3 knob will work for many of the 3 knob boutique pedal enclosures out there.
Another great feature is the ability to set multiple settings. You might need to track multiple settings on a single knob. Color markers could be used to identify the different preset needed.
So you’re thinking of labeling some pedals – how do you get your hands on these? I’m offering a label pack that will get you the following labels:
3 Ibanez 4 knob labels
3 Ibanez 3 knob labels
3 MXR Wide 2 knob labels
3 MXR 1 knob labels
9 MXR 2 knob labels
12 MXR 3 knob labels
9 Boss 4 knob labels
9 Boss 3 knob labels
6 Toggles labels
54 single knob labels
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This should cover many of the average boards out there, and still have extra labels in hand. Having extras is the whole point. Next month, you don’t like your previous settings.. peel off the label add a new one. Simple.
You get all 111 stickers for only $9.95 + shipping! You can order by clicking the ‘Buy Now’ below. Shipping will be calculated via PayPal.
Looking forward to seeing some of these labels on upcoming Pedal Line Fridays!
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January 27th, 2012 at 11:18 am
What about concentric-pot boss pedals?
January 27th, 2012 at 11:25 am
Hello Sam, I’ll be for sure adding different styles down the road. I just wanted to cover the most ground for now. Can you give me a specific example of what you’re talking about?
January 27th, 2012 at 11:27 am
this is BRILL. put me down for some!
January 27th, 2012 at 11:31 am
well, put me down for some when they become a little less mainstream specific. right now, none of my pedals use your specific layouts. maybe just a whole bunch of single knob stickers would be killer? that way you can go from pigtronix to fulltone to DMB to Malekko, etc.
January 27th, 2012 at 12:06 pm
I’ve been trying out the samples you sent, they’re a pretty great idea, especially with the consideration that they’re repositionable and don’t leave any residue even after being on the pedal for a while. Small Metallic Effects Bay Sticker on the Pedaltrain too! Thanks!
January 27th, 2012 at 12:23 pm
I was just thinking about this yesterday – great idea!!! Take your logo off and distribute these to stores.
January 27th, 2012 at 2:16 pm
Will, you get 54 single knob stickers with this pack.