Industry May 26, 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, known for his work with A Place To Bury Strangers and as a pedal designer, discussed the philosophy behind Death By Audio. He noted that customers would mention Lou Reed's endorsement, prompting Ackermann to ensure the products were notably distinctive. Ackermann is driven by a continuous search for novel sounds and tones. Originally reported by MusicRadar.