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emerson drive pedal Emerson EM-Drive Transparent Overdrive – Herscheid and the Headbangers

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emerson drive pedal Emerson EM-Drive Transparent Overdrive – Herscheid and the HeadbangersFor sale at Herscheid & the Headbangers : Beautiful & powerful EM Drive by Emerson in white and gold. This well acclaimed stompbox needs no introduction, perfect working condition, cosmetically excellent, no big scratches. Velcro in the back, no box. Free shipping in USA and Canada The Emerson EM Drive is one of only two overdrive pedals and a handful of kits made by this Oklahoma family of hand wiring wizards. The fact that it has gained so much

For sale at Herscheid & the Headbangers : Beautiful & powerful EM-Drive by Emerson in white and gold.

This well acclaimed stompbox needs no introduction, perfect working condition, cosmetically excellent, no big scratches. Velcro in the back, no box. Free shipping in USA and Canada

The Emerson EM-Drive is one of only two overdrive pedals and a handful of kits made by this Oklahoma family of hand-wiring wizards. The fact that it has gained so much market attention in so little time since the company's creation in 2009 is a testament to the EM-Drive's claims about transparent tone. As the desire for transparency in overdrives seems to swell, pedals such as the Emerson EM-Drive and the Paul Cochrane Timmy are emerging as new favorites to use solo or in conjunction with other more colorful overdrives as a gain stage.

It's a bold move to put the words "Transparent Overdrive" right on the casing of your pedal, given that so many overdrives have that word orbiting around them in the form of heated debates on message boards and forums. But the Emerson team is a confident and detail-oriented bunch (just check out their site for a rundown of the materials they use). They aren't worried about not delivering on the promise. They even took away the tone knob seen on most overdrives. There isn't any fiddling with the settings to dial in the feeling of transparency with the EM-Drive. No matter where you turn the gain knob, you're going to hear your guitar's natural character coming through the amp, pushing in the natural way your amp would break up on its own.

For those who are stilling building their amp knowledge, it should be pointed out that this pedal is intended for use mainly with quality tube amps. The whole point of transparency is to preserve the great organic results of how the tubes in your amp are getting pushed by your guitar signal. There is really no substitute for the warmth and openness of tubes slightly breaking up or the way a dimed tube amp sounds like a living thing. With the affordability of modern tube amps, there really is no excuse not to try them if you haven't already. And when you do, the Emerson EM-Drive should be front of mind when your pedal itch needs to be scratched.

How does the Emerson EM-Drive compare to the Paul Cochrane Timmy?

The first obvious difference is that the EM-Drive has only a volume and gain control, while the Timmy adds on separate bass and treble controls. The EM-Drive also seems to have a fuller sound with more inherent headroom. There are plenty of head-to-head comparison videos you can find to help you figure out if that's something you prefer. Both are good, transparent overdrives, with one a little more straightforward than the other.

How does the EM-Drive differ from Emerson's other overdrive, the Paramount?

Emerson embraces the concept of gain-staging, or chaining multiple overdrives together to have tiered options of blended or independent drive tones. The EM-Drive was designed to be more of a clean boost and low-gain overdrive when turned up. The Paramount is designed to be a medium-gain, second stage overdrive in the chain. It includes a tone knob as well, allowing a bit more shaping ability while offering a higher ceiling for your volume.

I've heard that these pedals can be touchy with cheaper power supplies, like the One-Spot. Does this mean I'll have to get an expensive isolated power supply, too?

It is true that power sources like the One-Spot can bleed noise into your chain with very sensitive circuits like those used in the EM-Drive, especially at high volumes. Emerson Custom does recommend using an isolated power supply, and we tend to agree that these are good investments anyway. They provide some insurance that you're getting the best performance from each of your pedals and won't ever make you afraid to connect a pedal to your board for fear that you're going to ruin it with a cheap power supply.

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Krystina
Battle Creek, US
★★★★★ 5
A bewitching retelling of Arthurian legend!
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In a land where the Fae have nearly become only a legend and those who still posses even a morsel of the blood are few and far between, Morgan finds herself cast aside by most of society due to her rumored half-Fae lineage, including her brother, King Arthur. With the kingdom at the brink of war, Arthur entrusts her with a quest to retrieve a Fae weapon of legendary power: the sword of Perun, Excalibur. Accompanied by men she loathes, Captain Kairos Draven and Ragnar Whitehorn, she embarks on her long and unbeknownst perilous journey, only to find that things she once believed to be myth are in fact very real. With devastating twists, omitted truths, witty banter and fierce action, Queen of Roses leaves you begging to know more about the secrets of Aercanum! Wow, wow, wow! Going into this story, I did not realize that it was going to be a retelling of Arthurian legend, especially not one with a fantastical twist! The unique spin almost gave me The Witcher vibes and I think adding Fae into the mix was quite interesting. I knew the basics of the legend but after reading this book, it has piqued my interest and makes me want to learn more about it. My attention was snatched as soon as I finished the prologue and I knew that I was going to devour this story. I truly enjoyed the gender swaps and even how Arthur was portrayed as villainous. Morgan’s past and even her parts of her present is absolutely heartbreaking, and I felt for her at times. I can only recall one other book that made me hate characters the way I despised Florian and Arthur, leaving me with my blood boiling and feeling disgusted. Even after finishing the book, Draven is still a mystery to me and I cannot figure out how to feel about him. I guess they just means that the author did an excellent job at conveying each character’s persona! The rich world building and imagery made it easy for me to visualize the places that the group visited along their journey. I am truly engulfed in this story and I cannot wait to see wait fate awaits Morgan and how the Fae will be even more incorporated in the next book!. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2023
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Tiana
Boise, US
★★★★★ 4
Enchanting
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"Queen of Roses" by Briar Boleyn is a delightful and refreshing reimagining of the classic tale of King Arthur, with a captivating twist that places the spotlight on Morgan, a character who has often been overshadowed in traditional retellings. Boleyn's creative decision to shift the narrative perspective to Morgan breathes new life into the story, offering readers an intriguing and compelling look at the Arthurian world from an entirely different angle. One of the most commendable aspects of this book is its incorporation of Fae elements, which adds an enchanting layer of magic and mystery to the already familiar Arthurian setting. Boleyn skillfully weaves the world of the Fae into the narrative, creating a captivating backdrop against which the events of the story unfold. This addition not only adds depth to the world-building but also provides ample opportunities for twists and turns that keep readers thoroughly engrossed. However, while the book boasts numerous strengths, it does have one noticeable flaw: the characterization of Morgan. While it is reasonable to create a flawed and complex protagonist, it appears that at times, Morgan's character becomes overly difficult and hard to relate to. Her persistently negative perception of one of the main male characters, who is a potential love interest, despite his efforts to support and assist her, may come across as somewhat irrational and could test the patience of some readers. Striking a balance between a strong, independent character and one who can recognize genuine support and affection could have enhanced the overall reader experience. Nonetheless, the allure of "Queen of Roses" lies in its innovative approach to the Arthurian legend and its skillful blending of fantasy elements into a familiar narrative. Boleyn's evocative prose draws readers into a world where magic, destiny, and fate entwine, leaving us eager to uncover the mysteries that unfold within the pages. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2023
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Stephanie
Dallas, US
★★★★★ 5
An action-packed dark romantasy
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I loved this book! Queen of Roses is an Arthurian-inspired dark romantasy that is the first book in the Blood of Fae series. The story follows Morgan, the princess of Camelot who is rumored to be part fae. Fueled by prejudiced hatred and a mistrust of fae blood, Morgan’s abusive father strips her of her birthright and hands it to her half-brother, Arthur. Instead of becoming queen, Morgan is commanded to join the temple of the goddesses when she comes of age. However, Arthur turns into a psychopathic, power-hungry, fae-hating king as he ages. He develops malevolent plans and commands Morgan to find an ancient weapon with legendary power. Although Morgan is wary of Arthur’s intentions, she embraces the opportunity to go on a journey and potentially change her fate. The story picks up from there and we follow Morgan on her quest to find the ancient relic. It’s full of high stakes adventure, mystery, tension, banter, forced proximity, hidden magic, self discovery, and betrayal. This first installment of the series intricately develops the world building and character development. There’s little romance in this book, but it is evident that it is a slow burn that will continue to develop throughout the remainder of the series. Overall, I loved the world building, the epic fantasy, Morgan’s journey of self discovery, and all of the twists and turns that set the stage for the future installments. I can’t wait to see what happens next!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024
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AlynReads
Carnegie, US
★★★★★ 4
Arthurian Fae Quest…say less.
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A fae centered Arthurian tale unlike any I’ve read so far. The author did a great job at descriptive world building, with scenes easily playing out in my minds eye. There was plenty of action, suspense, and even a touch of horror. An enemies to lovers, slow burn romance, a quest, with plot twist and turns aplenty. There was a love triangle, which I’m not usually a fan of but, it played out well in this story line. The FMC, Morgan Pendragon, was so blatantly naïve, yet I typically expect as much in a ‘book one’ of a series, especially one that features a fairly sheltered princess. I was happy to read that in spite of this, she still showed a strong sense of morals, fire, and spine. Now our MMC? Kairos Draven, aka Void’s Edge. Oh, how I’m a sucker for a smoking’ hot grumpy warrior alpha with a witty mouth, and a strong sense of “touch her and die” attitude, so you know who held all my cards. That ending? Just made me swoon all the harder. Now add a battlecat that rivals the size of a horse…and well Ms. Briar Boleyn you have well and truly stolen my heart. I’m excited to see where the story goes from here, and follow along to see more of the characters growth. I went into this story fairly blind, and I think I enjoyed it all the more because of it. Once the story got going, it had me in an absolute chokehold and it was difficult to put down.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2024
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Ariel
Grantham, US
★★★★★ 3
Not a bad start
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3 stars Thank you Netgalley and Briar Boleyn for the ARC! A camelot/king Arthur retelling with fae. I was hooked by the idea of this book immediately and was eager to jump into this world. • slow burn • enemies to lovers • who did this to you Morgan Pendragon watched her mother die by her father's hand when she was just eight years old, hiding under the bed. Morgan is believed to have the tainted blood of the fae in her veins and is cast aside so that her fathers illegitimate son, Arthur, can become the king. She's seen his cruel treatment of the fae firsthand, so when he sends her on a journey to find a fae weapon she seizes the opportunity to do more with her life. Along the way, she finds more than she could have imagined. I don't know a whole lot about King Arthur and Camelot but I had a lot of fun with this story! The plot has some similar tropes to popular romantasy books (From blood and ash) but there's enough originality here that it doesn't feel like I'm reading a copy. I liked how the fae were different in appearance than what is typical in most fantasy books I've read. In this book they have blue hair, violet skin and a wide range of other characteristics. I thought that the world building was easy to follow and I could easily immerse myself into this world. After reading the blurb I kept wondering when she was going to go on the journey to find Excalibur and it doesn't happen until around the 45% mark. The story is a bit slow at times but starts to pick up once they begin their journey to find Excalibur. The John Wick style Inn was a fun concept that I enjoyed reading about. There are a lot of similarities to this and FBAA and I would have liked to have it be a little more different, but I'm hoping book two will have the story turn into something of its own. Overall I enjoyed reading this story and I'm looking forward to reading book two especially after that ending.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2023

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