The 2024 Great Canadian Pedalboard Contest
The Great Canadian Pedalboard Returns Bigger and Better, Now Open to the U.S.!
[Whitby, Ontario] – May 22, 2024 – Calling all guitarists south and north of the border! The Great Canadian Pedalboard contest is back for its highly anticipated second year, celebrating the finest effects pedals crafted right here in Canada. This year, the contest is thrilled to open its doors to guitarists across the Continental United States, giving even more players the chance to win a dream collection of Canadian-made FX.
Unparalleled Tone Awaits
The Grand Prize boasts a premium Rig Hacker pedalboard loaded with SIXTEEN incredible pedals from esteemed Canadian builders. This meticulously curated selection unlocks a universe of expressive, versatile, and truly inspiring tones. The prize also includes parts and power supplied by Next Gen Musical Ltd., FREE hand-wound Pegcity Pickups, a handmade Nebula Straps 2" guitar strap, exclusive clothing from Amps & Ehfects, and much more! (Estimated total value: $6,500 CAD)
Two Additional Showstopping Prizes
The competition doesn't stop there! Two runner-up prizes offer fantastic gear packages. Second place nabs a Rig Hacker Pedalboards Gig Buddy board loaded with a special vocal pedal collection from MayFly Audio, while third place takes home two exceptional pedals and a selection of swag.
Enter to Win (Contest Opens May 1, 2024 – Draw Date July 1, 2024)
Visit @woodsnstrings on Instagram for details on how to win this incredible opportunity. Don't miss out on your chance to experience the magic of Canadian-made effects pedals!
About The Great Canadian Pedalboard
The Great Canadian Pedalboard is a celebration of the exceptional craftsmanship and innovative spirit found within Canada's thriving boutique effects pedal industry. From industry leaders like Empress Effects, Master Effects, and Dr. Scientist to gifted boutique builders like MayFly Audio, GUP Tech, and Supercool Pedals, the contest aims to showcase the talent of Canadian builders and connect guitarists worldwide with these incredible sonic tools.
The Grand Prize
Includes a custom built Rig Hacker Pedalboards pedalboard and case, with hardware supplied by Next Gen Musical, Ltd. with pedals from the following manufacturers:
Supercool Pedals | StonegateFX | Broughton Audio | AXiom Effects | Shoneswood | True North Pedals | Winnipeg Electrical Company | Airis Effects | Master Effects | Bennett Custom Audio | Get Wired Effects | MayFly Audio | Dr. Scientist | Empress Effects | KO Amps
With utilities from Gup Tech | Axess Electronics | TourGear Designs
The grand prize also includes a gift certificate from Pegcity Pickups, a Nebula Straps guitar strap, Two 10' Rig Hacker Master Series Instrument Cables and additional promotional prizes from Amps & Ehfects.
To enter this year’s contest, visit
Guest Article by Steve Baric
With over 35 years of professional guitar playing and pro-level guitar tech experience, Steve Baric Custom has evolved into a one-stop luthiery with services ranging from restringing to pickup installation, kit customization to fully customized builds from scratch. Rig Hacker Pedalboards, the pedalboard arm of Steve Baric Custom, provides boutique pedalboards, custom boards, and custom cases from locally-sourced Canadian native, felled, and reclaimed lumber. Tone consultations, custom hard rigging and wiring, and more are available to guitarists ranging from new players looking for their first pedals to seasoned professional touring artists.