Pedalboard Tour & Demo on NS Electric Violin

[@TrevorDick]

➡ Wow! Broke 42k views this month! Thanks everyone! Don't forget to subscribe, like and check out my other pedal reviews and performances 👍. T

[@expandingknowledge8269]

Incredible sound you have created. Jazz rock fusion lives !!!

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks EK! All the best! T

[@c0unterac342]

Did someone say persona5?

[@ghostwithin3513]

Great video. I've watched it so many times. The way guitar pedals change the sound of my violin is so exciting. Thank you for posting.

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks, GW! That explains all the views ;-) ... yes, an exciting world --> the el. violin + pedals! Thanks too for subscribing! Stay in touch. Hey, if you have not done so, join the electric string players group on Facebook that I admin. here: facebook.com/groups/ElectricStringPlayers/

[@ghostwithin3513]

Trevor Dick thank you so much for the introduction to the Facebook page. I've just joined. Looking forward to getting involved.

[@TrevorDick]

Perfect! I'll officially add you ...

[@ghostwithin3513]

Trevor Dick thank you :)

[@TrevorDick]

More than welcome! @@ghostwithin3513

[@jess_ingrass]

Watching this has really helped me figure out HOW to tune up my sound and pedal board. I love experimental sounds with the Earthquaker pedals (like the Rainbow Machine, Arpanoid, Data Corrupter) - the weirder the better. But I've not spent enough time thinking about the tone development, love to see how you are achieving your tone. I'm (re)inspired!

[@jess_ingrass]

Where would you add the ME-50 in this chain, if you were to use that instead of dedicated pedals for mod, drive, and delay?

[@TrevorDick]

Hey Jess, thanks! Glad I could be a help. Also responded to your email 👍. T

[@TrevorDick]

@@jess_ingrass it all depends on what other pedals you are planning to use with the ME-50 (gut feel would be at the end of your chain) ... T

[@DrewDoesWhatever]

I love your pedalboard! I may have to snag that synth pedal

[@TrevorDick]

Thank you, Drew! Yes, the SY-300 is pretty cool. They now also have the SY-1000, I believe, even bigger and better. But this works for my purposes. All the best! T

[@Abnerdarnal]

Really cool nd just wow loved it 👍🏻👍🏻❤ Really a dream violin NS ❤️❤️❤️

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks, Touch Tunes! Yes, love that NS. T

[@patrickpalmer3374]

I like the way you sound really nice.

[@TrevorDick]

👍

[@meals24u]

I remember not to long ago at Promise Keepers Canada!!! So good

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks 8meals! Yes, great, great memories! T

[@meals24u]

Trevor Dick what Multi Effects Processor do you recommend for beginner/intermediate? I’m looking to get something decent all in one package, before I invest into a custom setup like yours..

[@jimbruno61]

Wow! Loved it! Really some great sounds. Truly usable sounds both with bands and with looping. Wonderful.

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks, Jim! Yes, I am all about usable sounds. No point just creating tones that cannot be incorporated into the creative process of music. T

[@luvkayakn]

Thanks for the pedal reviews and explanation. I have an NS Wav, and absolutely love this violin. I haven't ventured too far into enjoying all of the electric possibilities, yet.

[@TrevorDick]

You are welcome, Tate! Thanks for dropping in and commenting, fellow NS player 😁. Subscribe to this channel and also my band channel too if you haven't already here: kzbin.info

[@Woolley_like_sheep]

So much potential with the electric fiddle and peddles, it’s criminal underused

[@TrevorDick]

Yes, George! I agree 100% ... plus SO MUCH more fun too! T

[@mikemc8535]

Excellent video!! You are a public servant Trevor. Tipping my hat, sir

[@TrevorDick]

Thank you kindly, Mike. 👊 This is something I am passionate about, and when posted, not many had done a tour of their electric violin rig yet. All the best! T

[@ClubRare]

Wow! So much fun. Thank you!

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks, aRare Club! 👍. T

[@bluemusicdude1]

Gorgeous professional level sounds here. Great tutorial

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks, bmd1! I have spent a long time experimenting and gathering the best combination of pedals to develop the tone I am looking for ... T

[@ryanhernandez6002]

This is cool. I have the NS CR4 and a Fourness Fuse and I used to use a bunch of pedals but recently just replaced all of them with a line 6 HX effects. Literally all the pedals I used in a smaller and more affordable package.

[@TrevorDick]

Cool, Ryan. Thanks for dropping in. Yes, heard good things of the Line 6 HX. I used to use a number of multi-effects pedals, but like the warm tones and creative process of a pedalboard ... I still use a multi-effect board for some oversees touring where space/weight is an issue. T

[@Kraatzman]

Very impressive

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks, Steve! T

[@psychosophie3556]

Thanks for this wonderful tour. Great loop too!

[@TrevorDick]

My pleasure, @Psychosophie! T

[@josephr.2763]

You sir have solidified my decision on buying an Electric Violin. I've played guitar for a few years but I just didn't feel my heart in it. I'm going to be a complete beginner on the Violin, but if I can play like this, I will put my all into it!

[@TrevorDick]

Awesome, Hugh! Subscribe to my channel and like this video, if you haven't already. Thanks for dropping in and all the best with your electric violin quest. T

[@aresd2648]

You can play "like this".. if you put another 2k down for pedals lol. The pitchfork alone is around 150 USD, the cheapest looper around 200 USD (Boss RC-30) vs around 450 USD for the do-it-all- Boomerang III he's using. Add a good acousti amp (500-1200 USD) and other pedals and you're set up. lol

[@aresd2648]

Oh you're a beginner. DON'T buy an electric violin to start. No teacher will teach you. And you'll need a teacher. It's not like a guitar.

[@ingridayarza]

@@aresd2648 I know it's a super late reply, but... Yeah, I agree with this, as a Violinist. The violin is a super complex instrument, and you would need to master the techniques in order to produce a good sound, because the first notes you play will sound like trash, and that's completely normal. THEN, after some years, I'd get myself an electric. And you would need to adapt your techniques, also.

[@S19NALC14AIN]

Awesome stuff! I didn't know the Sparkle Drive had a clean blend-- very useful! Great video!

[@TrevorDick]

Yes, the Sparkle Drive is a very versatile pedal - esp. the "Mod" version ... thanks bro!

[@hermespadilla]

So cool! I would love to see if your setup has changed at all in these 3 years

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks, @hpviolin. My setup does change ... but this is still my main basic board. I just picked up a slew of more vintage pedals that I plan to trade in and out as needed. T

[@expandingknowledge8269]

Trevor, alot of your music reminds me of the band U.K., which is from my generation, Great music my friend !

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks so much, "Expanding Knowledge". I never did listen to the band, UK, growing up, so can't say they have been an influence, but have other prog rock and world fusion influences that are similar. All the best! T

[@footbalhighlights2004]

15:08 soo coool

[@TrevorDick]

Thank you! All the best. T

[@scratchcrafter]

Although i'm not a fan of using Electric Fiddles just due to their condensed/ midi tonality, I enjoyed your demonstration as well your playing. God Bless!

[@TrevorDick]

Mgc777, thanks for your kind comment and honesty. God bless you as well!

[@scratchcrafter]

@@TrevorDick BTW, looks like a carbon fiber fiddle you have there, is that a Glasser or another model?

[@TrevorDick]

@@scratchcrafter Yes, I do have a carbon fiber violin/fiddle - made by Fred Gayford - the "Carbon Strad". He gave it to me as a gift to help in his promotion efforts. In my humble opinion, I think it is the best quality instrument being made today - amazing sound! Here is his web site: www.carbonfiberviolin.com

[@TrevorDick]

Wow! Broke 23k views this month! Thanks everyone! SUB for more in depth pedal reviews. Also sub to my band channel here: @trevordickband

[@ChrissieCaulfield]

Really interesting tour, I look forward to the individual pedal reviews. I'm especially interested in the distortion with a dry/wet control. My big beef with distortions is that (as you said) make violins just sound like guitars, that sounds like a great solution.

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks, Chrissie! Stay posted. Subscribe if you have not already! The "Sparkle Drive" review is coming soon! Just posted another review you will find interesting here (vintage vs. modern): kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYKmkq2FhNCUq7M

[@christophillermonton9237]

Sir I want to know if these pedals would still produce the same sound with Yamaha SV series?

[@TrevorDick]

They should sound great, Christopher! Not exactly the same ... All the best! T

[@fabiopuente1736]

Maravillosa guía muchas gracias

[@TrevorDick]

👍 de nada, Fabio! T

[@khalidfajri8170]

Thank you so much for this information 🔥

[@TrevorDick]

You are welcome, Khalid Fajri! Thanks for watching. T

[@khalidfajri8170]

@@TrevorDick it's a pleasure

[@angelsanchezviolin]

Thanks for the demo. Im waiting for the individual pedal reviews¡!!!

[@TrevorDick]

You are welcome, Angel. I'm looking forward to reviewing each pedal as well ... What pedal would you like me to review first?

[@angelsanchezviolin]

A deep demo of the Boss SY300. I've already purchased it, and i need to know how to configure for the electric violin. It's a nice unit for using it with the "basic effects" or only for synths sounds? Thanks!

[@TrevorDick]

Ok, will do, Angel ... need to spend a bit more time on it myself ...

[@S19NALC14AIN]

Great board! I'll be very interested to see these pedals demoed one at a time on your electric violin. These are awesome pedals. Subscribed!

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks, S19NAL! Stay posted. More coming. Not sure if you saw the preliminary review of of the SY-300 Guitar Synth Pedal here? - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZq5onism6eGpLs

[@S19NALC14AIN]

Trevor Dick no, I'll check it out!

[@TrevorDick]

Cool!

[@adriansoca2547]

Tremendo looper! Nice

[@TrevorDick]

Yes, one of the best, Adrian! T

[@adriansoca2547]

Trato de hacer lo mismo, pero no me sale tan bien. I try to do the same thing but it doesn't work out so well for me.

[@doboing]

Have you ever tried an ELECTRO HARMONIX String9 pedal with this violin?

[@TrevorDick]

No I haven't @doboing. I am sure it works well, though. T

[@fiddlerspal]

What is the switch that you keep hitting that's on your belt?

[@TrevorDick]

Good eye, @fiddlerspal. I am wearing a wireless mic and I am muting/unmuting the mic as needed between playing/talking. T

[@Alexdimgr]

Very nice video! The chords are great!

[@TrevorDick]

Glad you enjoyed it, Alexdimgr! T

[@egeateslioglu9652]

Can you maybe give an advise, wether an electric violin, or a classical violin with a good piezo mic or so, combined with pedals sound better?

[@TrevorDick]

It is a personal taste. It depends on the pick-up system on the acoustic, Ege. A solid body electric is generally the best for a full pedalboard. Will have less issues with feedback etc, although there are some pick-up/mic combo systems that can work well. Trevor

[@patrickpalmer3374]

I really enjoyed your demo with a violin I wish someone would do a demo o the yamaha 200S silent guitar all they do is play cathedral music, so boring. But you got it going on. Thanks ...i saved you

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks, Patrick! T

[@Xflect]

You should do a cover of the stranger things theme, you’d nail it with these sounds

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks! Could certainly do that, Bryn! T

[@biswafriends-wairingiinstr1839]

Its amazing ...

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks, Biswa&friends! Share with your friends. T

[@347nian]

Thanks 👍

[@TrevorDick]

Welcome 👍

[@maxdonosos]

Hey Trevor, great rundown! I was wondering about your compressor. Do you ever play "cleaner" type violin? How useful do you find compression to be on a clean electric violin? I've got a Tonebone PZ Deluxe preamp I go through, and am thinking about running my violin through compression before that. Do you ever use other compressors?

[@TrevorDick]

Max, thanks for your comment and for dropping in! I do play a lot of "cleaner" violin and use my compressor all the time. The Diamond is a very transparent compressor and adds warmth and smoothness to my sound. I don't dial it up very high either ... a compressor may be better after your pre-amp. Some pre-amps also have built in compressors, so you should check that. T

[@maxdonosos]

@@TrevorDick Thank you for your reply! Unfortunately I live in Chile, South America and can't find any sellers for a Diamond Comp. Have you used any others you could recommend?

[@palak.paneer_]

Hey Trevor. I just came across your video and i love it. I've been playing acoustic violin for over 10 years amd i want to learn electric violin with all pedal combinations. Is there a way we could connect. I would love to learn from you.

[@TrevorDick]

Hey Palak, would be happy to connect. I do give instruction/coaching as well via Zoom etc. if you are interested? Let me know. Email: [e-mail] to set something up. T

[@palak.paneer_]

@@TrevorDick thanks for your reply. I am in a tough spot right now.. but I'll definitely mail you when I'm ready. Appreciate it. 🙏

[@subhrajitnandy369]

Sir can we use this pedals in a acoustic violin with a normal pickup ????

[@TrevorDick]

Yes you can. It will sound different, and you may need to tweak a little, add an eq etc, but will work just fine. The advantages of using a solid body will be more control & less feedback ... T

[@subhrajitnandy369]

Trevor Dick thank u sir

[@TrevorDick]

You are welcome, Subhrajit Nandy!

[@JamieLundmark]

Incredible sounds!!! Amazing! Which amp or speaker do you use?

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks so much, Jamie! I typically, live, just run my board directly through the house PA and am given a house wedge for monitoring. At home, I both run through a Pioneer stereo system or my Roland AC60 acoustic guitar amp. T

[@josephr.2763]

I need help! I don't know what kind of pedal(s) I need. I'm looking for something that can make my violin sound acoustic and more melancholic. I'm looking for a sad tone but don't know how to achieve it.

[@TrevorDick]

Hey Joseph, happy to help any way I can. I give Skype lessons if you want? Can give lots of guidance. [e-mail] - Also join: facebook.com/groups/ElectricStringPlayers/ - a great Facebook group. T

[@davidgreenlees6430]

Try the Vsound 2. Can make your electric sound like a Strad.

[@paulwoodhead2482]

Very helpfull

[@TrevorDick]

That's great, Paul! Watch for more reviews/posts soon on each individual pedal. Tell your friends/colleagues. T

[@joebowbeer]

Boss SY-1000 is on pre-order?

[@TrevorDick]

Not for now, Joe 👍. Still getting into the guts of the SY-300. T

[@dmcmac9619]

Hello Trevor Greatly appreciate your videos. I have a NXTa violin. No peddles. Is there any easy way to create the sound of a lap steel guitar?

[@TrevorDick]

Daniel, I'm sure there is. What exactly are you looking to do? The slide sound / tone etc, etc. ? T

[@luckyluke3254]

Great Video! I have been playing the acoustic violin for about 5 years now (but I'm still not very good at it...). For about a year I've had the dream of getting an electric violin and after this video, I am more determined than ever! If anyone has any experience in buying electric violins cheaply, I would really appreciate any help!

[@TrevorDick]

Awesome Luke! All the best with your musical journey. Don't go too cheap! You will always get your money's worth when you invest in a good quality instrument. T

[@greggarmin9426]

Difficult to beat the NS Design line up. I love my Wav 4

[@b1na276]

may i ask, What was the violin effect used by anadel in chasing the rhyme?

[@TrevorDick]

Not sure, Alysa ... T

[@iknikblackstone9082]

Thanks for the amazing demo Trevor. I was thinking of using slight pitch correction (30%) (with a pedal like voicelive for instance) with a string quartet ( one effect per player). Do you think this would work ?

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks, Iknik! Yes, this could work. Let me know how you make out ... T

[@PhearNone7]

Great stuff!!!

[@TrevorDick]

Thank you, Shayshahn! T

[@raseemlic]

HELLO SIR, GOOD EVENING. WHAT IS YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH "MOOER EFFECT PEDALS" ? IS IT WORKS WITH ELECTRIC VIOLINS? PLEASE CLARIFY. REGARDS MUHAMMAD RASEEM PK

[@TrevorDick]

Mohammed, Mooers are good pedals and well priced. Go for it! T

[@raseemlic]

@@TrevorDick Hello sir, Good morning. . Thank you for your valuable advice. And one more doubt.. SONI CAKE Pedals are Good or not ? Works with Electric violins? DO you have the Demo videos of MOOER AND SONI CAKE PEDALS? PLEASE SEND ME FOR CHECKING THE SOUND VERAITY. REGARDS MUHAMMAD RASEEM PK

[@janmartin890]

With all those pedals what is your amp? I do have a CR4 violin but then i dunno which amp to use :(

[@TrevorDick]

Great question, Jan! Thanks for dropping in! Live, I don't use an amp. I go directly through the house PA system. I use an acoustic guitar (Roland AC-60 locally or a rented powered monitor speaker while touring on the road) to monitor my sound when there are limited monitors. That's it. My pedals ARE my sound. I don't depend on another amp to give me some of my sound. A lot less to slug around this way :-)

[@janmartin890]

Trevor Dick great. Sorry i asked this again on instagram. Thanks for the input Trevor. Great playing by the way

[@TrevorDick]

:-) ... no problem. Looks like I'm answering you on every platform ... all the best!

[@Brack_frag]

Might I suggest checking out the Art Tube MP Studio and use it as a DI box. My wife recently started using one and it has added a great tube warmth to her sound. So much so, that we have stopped bringing any amplifier for her.

[@lucius79blues]

Master ¡

[@TrevorDick]

Thanks, Lucius. All the best! T

[@isnajiaffarjanjalani7445]

Why you have no hair???

[@TrevorDick]

I belong to a special order of "musical monks" 😉 ... ha, ha. No, this is just the way I like it 😎 ... T

[@eraritjaritjaka1]

you dont like to sound like a guitarist with a distortion pedal but you bought a guitar synth pedal where the violin sounds like a synthesizer ;)))

[@TrevorDick]

;-) ... well ok, you got me, Marky Mark. I have been exploring MIDI violin technology for years and the SY-300 pedal is a good solid alternative ... T