A list of some of the low cost pedals coming out of China these days. In some ways its a good thing, but Bill Finnegan of Klon Centaur fame, and some interesting things to say about when any company (not just Chinese), just clones a pedal, rather than offering their own unique interpretation. Anyway, on to the list:
- Mooer – One of the first, famous for their micro pedals
- Joyo – Super cheap, especially their TS clone
- Caline – Make a Fulldrive 2 clone
- Biyang Pedals – Again pretty cheap, unique enclosures
- Eno – Micro pedals similar to Mooer
- Moen
- Beta Alvin
- Bel Cat
- Nux FX
- Artect
In addition to the effects pedals, Joyo make tube amps, as do Bel Cat sometimes branded as SubZero. An “honourable mention” also goes to Behringer, while a German company, are made in China and compete in terms of value.
