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Barber Electronics with David Barber - Gain Changer vs Direct Drive Pedals Demystified!
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- Опубликовано: 12 авг 2024
- Dive into the intricate world of guitar tone with David Barber of Barber Electronics as he unravels the sonic mysteries behind the Gain Changer and Direct Drive pedals. David shares his expertise in this enlightening exploration, revealing the nuances that set these pedals apart and showcasing how they contribute to crafting a signature sound. Whether you're a seasoned guitarist or a gear enthusiast, join us for an in-depth conversation that aids in your understanding of Barber Electronics' exceptional offerings.
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Don’t have time to watch the whole video? Check out these video timestamps:
0:00 - Bumper
0:20 - Introduction
2:40 - Why David would recommend the Gain Changer
5:05 - Gain Changer - Medium gain clip
6:33 - Setting up the light gain clip
7:51 - Gain Changer - Light gain clip
10:03 - Setting up the high gain clip
11:32 - Gain Changer - High gain clip
13:00 - Setting up the last clip
14:02 - Gain Changer - Dynamics
15:58 - Moving to the Direct Drive
16:50 - Why David would recommend the Direct Drive
19:38 - Setting up the first Direct Drive clip
20:45 - Direct Drive - Low gain clip
22:36 - Setting up the second Direct Drive clip
22:58 - Direct Drive - High gain clip
25:11 - Setting up the last clip on the Direct Drive
26:18 - Direct Drive with the PRS SE Silver Sky
27:40 - Who builds Barber Electronics pedals? How are they made?
31:25 - Possible future conversation…
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David Barber is a Legend. He is a genius-tone nerd, great guitar-player who "Just keeps tweaking & making improvements" His pedals are Phenomenal and he a super-nice guy to do business with. My Gain Changer SR is . . . going to the grave with me !!! oNe LovE from NYC
“Genius-tone nerd” about sums it up. He is on a whole other level!
The magic with Daves pedals is they don't sound like pedals they sound like you had some obscenely expensive mod done to your amp. Years back I told Dave about a problem I had with an amp . He said it needed a small mod. He gave me the mod verbally and slowly enough to write down. I had it done for about $60 and the results were beyond killer. The amp had balz even at lower volumes. The guy makes killer pedals and better still he has something very rare for a business man. Empathy. You can not buy empathy.
That story doesn’t surprise me at all. His knowledge of amps, guitars, and pedals is bottomless!
Hopefully he will release the Dirty Bomb or another high gain pedal!
I wonder if he could do a small box B-Custom version of that.
I saw the teaser short clip yesterday. Watching this full video now.
Dayum, this guy sounds so good. His pedals sound great, too.
Thanks for checking it out! True story on his pedals and sound.
Didn’t even know these guys were still on YT. Always interested in Dave’s creations.
Still here and plugging away. Why would we stop when we get to do cool stuff like hang out with Barber?!
I had to get both, and they are well worth it!
Agreed!
I run the GC SR into the DD on my board into a Princeton with a Weber speaker and my tone is off the chart. David’s a genius and I wouldn’t use any other drives (and I’ve had a LOT over the years)! My first Barber was an original LTD in 2005 and I’ve been a huge fan ever since 🙌
That’s awesome! Thanks for sharing.
Wonderful video! I love my Barber pedals, David has my favourite 'ear for gain design', they just *work*, are a joy to play and sit so nicely in the mix.
Agreed!
Fantastic video... Huge barber fan, big box block letter Direct Drive user here. His gain circuits are truely a cut above, sound awesome with an even better price!!! A true legend!
We have two really early DD’s and a block letter here too. I actually think the V4 feels/sounds better but I can’t let go of my V1. It’s been on the board for so long and is like an old friend.
Fantastic! Still identifying as a non-pedal player but the Direct Drive has been on the proverbial board since getting it and a Gain Changer because of this channel!
I’ve had a Direct Drive v4 for about 6 months and wasn’t sure how to use it with my guitars and amps, until I discovered how it sounded with my strat. A great pedal for single coils as well as humbuckers, so don’t be afraid of it with a Strat.
I’ve yet to find a guitar that doesn’t go great with my direct drive!
David Barber for the win! I have GC-X and Burn Unit EQ on my board. Small Fry and big box Direct Drive are always plugged in at home. Small Fry is probably my all time favourite OD. Thank you & cheers from Finland!
Going to have to ask him how the small fry differs from the current burn unit.
@@PJandtheBeard For what it's worth, my favourite clipping diode setting (toggle in middle - which is least compressed to my ear) is not available in Burn Unit EQ. Set as same clipping arrangement they are then closer, but SF still sounds different to me. More amp like and maybe "mastered vs. mixed" kinda better, if you will. In any case, Barbers get me closer to what I like than, say, Fuchs ODS I used to have.
I have the original versions of the Tone Pump and the Burn Unit from the late '90s. They still stand out as two of my finest pedals.
I bet! I don’t think my og direct drive will ever leave my board
I think I will get a Gain Changer for my Strats and Tele's based on this video.
Good choice!
You will love it. It is truly an Amazing OD Pedal. Good Luck brother. oNe LovE from NYC
my first ever guitar pedal was the barber small fry and I still love it and use it very much !!
That was a good choice for a first pedal!
I have both and I really love these pedals thank you for making them!
I’m sure Dave appreciates that!
Used his ltd on my board for a decade. Emailed him about a smaller version and have since used a gain changer for the last 5 years. Killed my endless quest ages ago.
I have a similar story with my direct drive!
Both!
I did not recognize Dave from the last video you guys did. Rocking the long hair, right on Dave! Great pedals and great video 👍
Covid caused both of our hair to grow. Plus, where’s a Barber going to find a barber?
Great video, really enjoyed seeing Dave B. demo his pedals (I have both of those pedals)
Thanks! It was so much fun to hang out with him and watch him demo them. It is always like taking a master class when he is around.
Both were right for me, I had them on my band board. Great pedals.
Indeed!
DD does it for me.
The Gain Changer kicked a very long running OD off my board last year....
Not surprised. Haven’t found anything to kick my direct drive off the board for like 20 years and we have some great drives.
Dave makes great pedals!
Without a doubt!
I tried a lot of drive pedals: JHS, Suhr, Keeley, etc. but no one sounded like a Barber. Cream, dynamic, musical, clear, ... Barber is the best one!
A barber pedal has been my go to for 20 some years!
I've heard of these pedals but have never gotten a chance to try them out.
That needs to change.
You will be amazed. The Gain Changer SR allows individual string definition. It's the most Amp-like drive, I have ever played through. He makes incredible pedals.
I bought a gc sr and a compact bu. Later I hunted down a buss, now I'm looking for a small fry.
You should talk to Dave directly, I bet a low gain bu or a 5 watt buss would be an amazing first barber experience for you!
Sounds absolute ace!
A demo by the man himself, how cool
He knows how to dial his pedals in too! Great player as well.
I love the name of the gain changer I'm having an ultimate gain pedal made I'm calling the gain banger the thing is huge with like seven different circuits in it
The name gets the point across for sure lol
I have two Barber pedals in my pedalboard.Small fry and Super sport.Both are great overdrive pedals.According to me Barber is a few best pedal maker out there.
Totally agree!
Both here 😊
I mean… of course!
Gain Changer for me.
After watching Dave dial it in I have to explore mine more!
I found it's also amazing with humbuckers. I really want a direct drive too
Dave, does that Mira X have a bright cap on the volume pot?
That’s a great question! I know he messes with stuff like that.
From Barber… “I do, stock value, you can hear it when i back off on the volume, it totally works for me”
where are the links to buy these effect boxes?
You can buy direct at his website: www.barberelectronics.com/
No need to send out his pedals to a hired gun to demo. This guy's superior.