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Clifford makes a very valid point. Its easy to take for
granted the sound options we have today. I still marvel at Hendrix's recordings.
The effects may sound dated today but when I consider the state of the art circa
1966 to 1970, I get blown away by the tones he gets almost as much as his
playing. Even more impressive in my opinion is the fact I've yet to hear
anyone come close to sounding like Jimi even thought the effects he used are now
very common and affordable.
Though it is a cliche, I find validity in the analogy that
sonic effects are the equivalent to musicians what extra colors are to a
painter. Today, we have colors galore. Placed in certain peoples hands, they can
become nothing more than a smeared mess. Placed in the hands of someone with
imagination, patience, and vision, you can get a masterpiece.
Bottom line: Its the imagination behind the tools that
determines the quality.
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