In episode 30 of Anatomy of Tone, host Mark Marshall offers an in-depth discussion on the original Klon Centaur pedal. He explains its creator, Bill Finnegan's intent, how it was first received, and the subsequent controversy and 'Klon Wars.' He discusses manufacturing issues Finnegan faced and the impact of manufacturer changes on performance. Marshall also shares his opinions on Klon clones, dissecting their performance compared to an original Klon and presenting his favorite clones. He ends with a broader discussion on Klon use, inspiring listeners to see it as an ingredient in their sound, not a solution. Besides the Klon conversation, he announces his new YouTube channel and offers private guitar and music theory lessons.

Gear used in this podcast:

FSC KB-1

Analog Man Mini Chorus

Analog Man ARDX20

Chase Bliss CXM-1978

Ampete 88S Amp Switcher

Gemini Mercury One Pickups

Headstrong Lil King Amp

Marshall SV20H Amp

00:13 Introduction and Welcome

00:53 Promotion of New YouTube Channel and Request for Reviews

01:57 Introduction to the Original Clon Censure

02:09 The History and Controversy of the Clon Censure

02:52 Production Issues and Personal Experiences with the Clon Censure

06:57 The Impact of Famous Musicians on the Clon's Popularity

08:08 The Misconceptions and Misuse of the Clon Censure

08:51 The Market and Pricing of the Clon Censure

09:19 The Controversy of Clon Copies

16:23 The Varieties of Clon Copies

32:10 The Sound and Use of Different Clon Pedals

39:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts