The Super Black's ability to approximate the dynamic range and characteristics of low- to high-powered black-panel circuits is remarkable. In a blindfold test, it might just blow the minds of hard-core Fender freaks. The Super Black can be powered with a 9V battery or DC. The compression switch is the source of my only issue with the Super Black because flicking the compressor on or off emits a popping sound. There's also a very effective bass cut toggle for moments when more chime is in order, and another toggle for compression. For the Sweet Honey Overdrive section of the circuit, there's volume and drive (the “focus" control from the full-featured Sweet Honey has been omitted here). Under that are volume and presence knobs. On the top row, there's a 3-band EQ and a gain dial. The control set for the Super Black is simple.
(I run through those three voices in the demo video, using a Carr Vincent amp.) In no time I was conjuring spot-on duplicates of Deluxe, Twin, and Bassman tones-my favorite Fender flavors. Skeptical? I was, until I plugged in my Stratocaster and started playing. Here's the concept: Mad Professor says it's recreated the topology of Fender's famed AB763 circuit- the foundation for the black-panel Deluxe, Twin Reverb, Super Reverb, and Bassman, among others-within Super Black's 4 ½" x 3 ½" x 1 1/2" enclosure. And in a blindfold test, it might just blow the minds of hard-core Fender freaks.Īt $299, the Super Black ain't cheap, but it also includes Mad Professor's Sweet Honey Drive circuit, which is about $150 on its own and can be used in combination with the Super Black's tone shaping tools or in standalone mode. Unlike a vintage amp, it won't break the bank or your back. We covered their streamlined setups that include a favored, fast Italian ride (not a Ducati) that made the trip from the U.K., learned why Petale is “Miss Chorus” and loves the effect’s “sad sounds,” and was schooled on why Jonsson just needs a J bass and an Ampeg amp to make the room twist and shout.įinland-based pedal builder Mad Professor has invented a stompbox that can dial up a range of classic black-panel Fender sounds. The good-time gals socked the world with their 2022 debut, Let the Festivities Begin!, showcasing their superpower of rump-shaking revelry.īefore Los Bitchos’ Nashville opening slot in support of Belle and Sebastian, PG was invited to the historic Ryman Auditorium for a quick and loose gear chat. Los Bitchos’ bubbly instrumental psychedelia cocktail mixes their collective musical ingredients (Argentinian cumbia, Peruvian chicha, Turkish Anatolian rhythms, and classic American surf rock), creating a devilishly delicious concoction that’s refreshing as a mojito, hits like a negroni, and is as tropical as a mai tai. And one of the best finds around is Los Bitchos-the all-female, internationally assembled outfit consisting of Australia-born Serra Petale (guitar), Sweden’s Josefine Jonsson (bass), Uruguay’s Agustina Ruiz (keytar), and South Londoner Nic Crawshaw (drums). The last two years have given us plenty of reasons to seek a jaunty, joyous listening experience in our music.
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