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Noise Reduction Pedals

An electric guitar noise reduction pedal, also known as a noise suppressor, helps to cut unwanted hum from your tone. 
Noise reduction pedals are commonly used when you are playing with a lot of gain with pedals, amps, or both.
They can also be useful if your signal change has extra noise.

We carry noise reduction pedals from brands such as Rocktron, MXR, and Electro-Harmonix.

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What does a noise reduction pedal do?

A noise reduction pedal (also known as a noise suppressor) attenuates a signal that drops below a certain threshold. If you are experiencing unwanted hum, a noise suppressor pedal will help.

What is the difference between noise gate and noise suppression?

A noise gate will completely block your signal until your volume threshold is reached. A noise suppression pedal will block hum and eliminate noise while still allowing some signal to pass.

Do noise suppression pedals affect tone on my electric guitar?

Noise suppression pedals do not impact your tone in any way.

Can a noise gate peal help with 60 cycle hum?

A noise suppresant pedal will decrease hum below a certain threshold. If you are wanting decrease hum while playing, you may want to try a Humbucker pickup. If you aren't sure if you should get a new pedal or a new pickup, we can help you make the best choice.