Another 'Headrush' Review

[Lee Fletcher <lee@waterleat.demon.co.uk>]

For those who may be interested.

The latest (August) issue of UK magazine 'Guitarist' features a two page
review of Akai's new pedal range. The Headrush scores well (4.5 out of
5) in general terms (build, sound quality, etc.) No mention is made of
any audible 'click' when using the loop recorder, however I seriously
doubt that the Reviewer checked this function out properly, seeing it as
little more than a gimmick! I quote from the article:-

"Whether a guitarist would have the courage to use the Loop function
live is open to debate... I can't see that it would have much use for
replaying vast passages, but for sound effects and the like it could be
perfect."  !!!

Although the Headrush is finally getting some exposure in the UK press,
there are still no units available for purchase! I have one on back
order with my local store and will post any useful info' to the list
when it turns up.

Lee Fletcher

K. Douglas Baldwin wrote:-

>-This is way behind the curve, but I thought you'd all like to know that 
>the
>Akai Headrush (and other Akai pedals) will finally be reviewed in "Guitar"
>magazine (the U.S. publication formerly known as "Guitar for the 
>Practicing
>Musician") by yours truly. There were so many postings about a month ago
>(which I have kept for reference) that I'm sure more was covered then than
>can fit in a relatively short magazine review. But rest assured it (and 
>the
>other pedals, which look very interesting, with lots of "expression"
>options) will be put through it's paces by a dedicated loophead.
>    Any updates on use, problems to look for, etc. will be appreciated.