What is the best order of pedals on a board?

Most players will generally set dynamic effects like compressors, volume pedals at the start, followed by overdrive/distortion pedals, and then modulation or time based effects. But as with music, feel free to experiment!

Do you need a pedal board to use guitar pedals?

No, you don’t need a pedal board to use guitar pedals. However the more pedals you use, the more essential a pedal board becomes. They are much more portable, much quicker to set up at gigs and help to increase longevity of pedals and cables.

How do I choose a pedal board?

The best way to choose a pedal board is to lay out the pedals you’d like to use in the arrangement that is most intuitive. Remember to allow plenty of room for patch cables and power supply. Then simply choose a pedal board that is closest to these dimensions. It’s worth bearing in mind that you might like to buy more pedals in the future, so allow room for growth!