Vertex Effects, Inc.

Vertex Effects, Inc. Custom Effects Pedals | Handcrafted in California STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE

We strive for perfection in every detail of our work.
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MISSION STATEMENT

We design boutique effects pedals for guitar and bass players that inspire musical artistry and creative innovation. We are deeply commited to supporting our customers in creating innovative music and sounds. We are here to provide our customers with products that allow them to experience their tone at its fullest potential. We design and assemble all of our products in Silicon

Valley, California. We source from within the USA whenever possible, teaming with innovative manufacturers to designed custom hardware and components to ensure exceptional quality and sound.

07/29/2026

Join me as I count down 10 Greatest Songs Recorded on Taylor Guitars, breaking down the gear, the players, and the stories behind these massive hits. See the full video over on our YouTube channel (link in bio).

07/23/2026

The KING OF CLEAN — studio ace, Michael Thompson, playing his parts on “Because You Loved Me” by Celine Dion (1996) for an upcoming guitar experiment we’re working on. Video to come in the next few weeks.

07/21/2026

After my massive 31” x 13” rig took several hits during my recent travels, I knew it was time for a change. Watch as I convert my main pedalboard into a streamlined, carry-on friendly setup that covers all the same sonic ground as a board twice its size. Check it out on the Vertex Effects YouTube channel (link in bio).

07/15/2026

Guitar legend Jubu Smith recalls the making of Tony! Toni! Toné!’s 1991 hit “Me and You” from the Boyz n the Hood soundtrack—and the fateful phone call from Raphael Saadiq that abruptly ruined his romantic plans.

07/14/2026

Join me and master guitar builder, Andy Powers, as we dive deep into spec’ing a fully custom Powers Electric from A to Z. From selecting the pickups, to the bridge and saddle material, to choosing the perfect hue of paint, this is an inside look at designing the “perfect” instrument alongside one of the foremost guitar builders in the country. See the full video over on the Vertex Effects YouTube channel (link in bio).

07/13/2026

Legendary studio guitarist, Michael Thompson, breaks down his part on “They Don’t Really Care About Us” by Michael Jackson (1996). Hear the full story in our interview over on the Vertex Effects YouTube channel.

07/10/2026

Lee Ritenour is one of the most legendary guitarists in music, history, and while largely known for his solo Jazz career, he was one of the most prolific session musicians of the 1970s, playing on song such as “Strawberry Letter 23” by The Bothers Johnson. And, one of his most utilize instruments was a 1950s Fender Stratocaster, heavily modified by Mike McGuire of Valley Arts. This guitar unfortunately perished in the Malibu fires, however, I’ve attempted to painstakingly re-create every element to make an exact copy of this iconic instrument which you can see on display in the full video on the Vertex Effects YouTube channel.

07/09/2026

Join me as I compare the limited edition Martin 000-28 Shawn Mendes (1 of 88) to the production version, the 000-10E Shawn Mendes. We’ll see how they stack up in terms of tone and build quality by doing real-time, side-by-side sound comparisons, and by having a certified Martin repairman do a full inspection of the instruments to see what’s actually under the hood. Head over to the Vertex Effects YouTube channel for the full video (link in bio).

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3542 Fruitvale Avenue #302
Oakland, CA
94602

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