Author: Thomas
Behind The Scenes – Mo(s)ghoul – Part 1: The Name
The Mo(s)ghoul Pedal Name Inspiration A Name Born from Duality Every great creation starts with a spark of inspiration, and the Mo(s)ghoul pedal is no exception. When it came to naming this MOSFET distortion pedal, I wanted to encapsulate the duality of its character—the transition from pristine, clean tones to raw, unapologetic distortion. The name… Read more
Behind The Scenes – Mosferatwo – Part 4: The Graphic Design
Designing the Mosferatwo: A Visual Identity Merging Sophistication with Dark Energy When the Mosferatwo was complete, I knew the graphic design had to reflect its character—a blend of sophistication and raw, dark energy. My initial concept revolved around turning the MOSFET transistor symbol into a vampire-like face. It felt like the perfect nod to the… Read more
Behind The Scenes – Mosferatwo – Part 3: How It Works
Mosferatwo Pedal Circuit Design The Mosferatwo is not your typical overdrive pedal. Its unique sound comes from its carefully crafted circuit, designed entirely with MOSFET (Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistor) technology. MOSFETs are used throughout the pedal. Not only in the clipping stages but also in the op-amps and transistors for amplification. Shaping its dynamic and responsive… Read more
Behind The Scenes – Tri-Hormonic Phalanx – Part 2: The Sound
A Pedal Designed for Balance The Tri-Hormonic Phalanx is a pedal born from the idea of balance, not just in design but in sound. My goal was to create something versatile, expressive, and unique—a pedal that could be tailored to the player’s exact needs while offering tones that feel alive and full of character. More… Read more
Behind The Scenes – Mosferatwo – Part 2: The Sound
Mosferatwo Pedal Sound Characteristics A Warm, Dark, and Saturated Tone When I set out to create the Mosferatwo, I had a clear vision for the kind of sound I wanted: warm, dark, and saturated with a natural richness that feels like an extension of the guitar itself. I wanted it to live in that sweet… Read more
Behind The Scenes – RhPf Electronics – Part 2: The Turning Point
The Journey That Led to RhPf Electronics A Life-Changing Diagnosis Around Christmas 2023, everything changed for me. I had been dealing with sudden vision loss and debilitating headaches, and a CT scan in the ER revealed the cause: a 4.8cm brain tumor. I had to wait weeks to learn it was benign and to receive… Read more
Behind The Scenes – Tri-Hormonic Phalanx – Part 1: The Name
Tri-Hormonic Phalanx Naming Story The Vision Behind the Name When I began designing the Tri-Hormonic Phalanx, I had a specific vision: a pedal that captures the spirit of harmonic interplay while offering powerful, versatile tone-shaping capabilities. Naming it, however, turned out to be one of the most unexpectedly challenging yet rewarding parts of the journey.… Read more
Behind The Scenes – Mosferatwo – Part 1: The Name
The Inspiration Behind the Mosferatwo Pedal Naming When I started working on this overdrive pedal, my goal was clear. I wanted to create a warm, dark-sounding overdrive that could take you into the depths of garage blues territory, from dirty grit to greasy fuzz. I’ve always been drawn to the sound of MOSFET technology because… Read more
Behind The Scenes – RhPf Electronics – Part 1: The Origin
Music has always been a big part of my life. Growing up, I was surrounded by records, soaking in the sounds of countless artists. I started playing piano as a little kid, but it didn’t really click with me. I loved music, but I struggled with the lack of control I felt over the sound.… Read more