Industry May 23, 2026

Khemmis utilized inexpensive fuzz pedal for acclaimed album

Phil Pendergast's secret weapon was cheap, effective, and perhaps a lesson that cork-sniffing about gear can be a waste of time – and money

Originally published by MusicRadar
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Khemmis utilized inexpensive fuzz pedal for acclaimed album
The heavy metal band Khemmis has created what is considered one of the year's best heavy metal albums, utilizing a plastic fuzz pedal that cost only $28. This approach by vocalist Phil Pendergast suggests that expensive equipment is not essential for producing high-quality music.

The use of the budget pedal challenges the notion that high-cost gear is necessary for achieving a superior sound. Originally reported by MusicRadar.

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