Industry May 23, 2026
Death By Audio's Radical Stompbox Philosophy
Frontman/guitarist of NYC's A Place To Bury Strangers, pedal designer, noise enthusiast, renaissance man... Ackermann explains why all bets are off in his search for new sounds and tones
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MusicRadar
Oliver Ackermann, frontman for NYC's A Place To Bury Strangers, discusses the philosophy behind his company, Death By Audio, which is renowned for its radical approach to stompbox design. Ackermann emphasizes a relentless pursuit of new sounds and tones, embracing an experimental ethos.
He shares an anecdote about the unexpected influence of Lou Reed on customer choices, highlighting the unique and sometimes surprising demand for his distinctive pedals. Originally reported by MusicRadar.
He shares an anecdote about the unexpected influence of Lou Reed on customer choices, highlighting the unique and sometimes surprising demand for his distinctive pedals. Originally reported by MusicRadar.