VIDEO: Electro-Harmonix wah tested to destruction
EHX fans test firm's quality control

OK, maybe we exaggerated a little with the "tested to destruction" tag, but watch the video above to see some Electro-Harmonix fans showing off the rock-solid build of their new Crying Tone wah wah pedal, with the help of a car and, er, a strong throwing arm.
Guitarist magazine caught up with Electro-Harmonix's enigmatic founder Mike Matthews earlier in the year for an in-depth interview about the history of the effects company, his famous friends (among them Jimi Hendrix) and the firm's future plans.
Mike Matthews (Electro-Harmonix) interview
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Matt is a freelance journalist who has spent the last decade interviewing musicians for the likes of Total Guitar, Guitarist, Guitar World, MusicRadar, NME.com, DJ Mag and Electronic Sound. In 2020, he launched CreativeMoney.co.uk, which aims to share the ideas that make creative lifestyles more sustainable. He plays guitar, but should not be allowed near your delay pedals.

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