Industry May 25, 2026
Oliver Ackermann on 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 of A Place To Bury Strangers and designer behind the Death By Audio brand, discussed his approach to creating unique guitar effects pedals. Ackermann, also described as a noise enthusiast, focuses on developing radical new sounds and tones. He shared an anecdote about Lou Reed's influence on customers seeking his pedals. Originally reported by MusicRadar.