Over the years, I've built up quite a collection of pedals.  I use them primarily for comparison to our rack modules.  Nearly all of our rack modules "Compares To" some pedal(s).  A key part of that is making sure that the sound of our module compared to the original pedal is as close to the same as the sound compared between two of the original pedals.  Most of the time, original pedals sound pretty similar to each other, but not always, especially at extreme settings of the controls or with some particular pedal circuit designs.  When I buy pedals to compare to, I want pedals that "sound right".  If a pedal doesn't sound quite right, I get rid of it and try another one.  That means the pedals that are for sale here sound right to me, unless specifically stated otherwise in the description of that specific pedal.

I also look for pedals that are in "good condition".  The actual condition varies from one to another.  Some are decades old classic pedals that may be dinged-up, but still work properly.  Others range from well-used to brand new when I bought them.  Occasionally I buy pedals that don't work properly and I fix them, but that is not common.  I don't like goofing around fixing old pedals when I could be building new GT modules!  Ones that have been repaired will be noted in the detailed descriptions.  I also buy modded pedals, as we provide some of those same or similar mods and we want to compare our products to those modded pedals.  And perhaps I ended up with a modded or repaired pedal sold to me without mention of mods or repairs, and I am unaware of such changes made by previous owners.  However, when I buy and receive a pedal, I first try it out to make sure it works and sounds right.  Then I open it up for a look inside at particular components and aspects of the design and build.  Normally I would spot mods at that point, but it is possible someone slipped something by me.  The point is that I have a large number of pedals in a wide variety of conditions.  The detailed description of each pedal contains whatever information I know about the pedal.  I do my best to make sure the info is accurate, but there is room for error.  If there is anything important to you about the condition of a pedal that isn't obvious from the pictures and description, drop me a line and I'll check on it BEFORE you buy it, no problem.

Before Gerlt Technologies, I used to build, buy, and sell pedals.  Some I repaired.  Some I modded.  I have sometimes been surprised at what I see, particularly when I have a look inside.  Even some of the top builders occasionally have some shocking quality problems.  Other pedals have been modded, un-modded, or otherwise tweaked or tinkered with.  As a result, I know some common issues you can expect with certain pedals, especially vintage pedals where parts are often well past their intended lifespan.  When I think of it, I may include some comments about those pedals in general in the detailed description of some specific pedal.  The pedal probably won't have that issue (or it would be noted), but the info is provided as sort of a preview of what you might expect in the future with that type of pedals, ours or one you might get from someone else.

Anyway, I know my way around a lot of pedals and feel confident that those I have for sale are as they are described.  If you purchase one, I will test it again (quickly) just to make sure everything is working OK.  I will pack them carefully and insure them for the amount paid (or more in some cases).  If you have any questions about a pedal, I'm happy to answer them.  But once you purchase, there are NO REFUNDS, EXCHANGES, CREDITS, or other shenanigans!  It is extremely rare for me to have a bad transaction.  For pedals specifically, I've never had a buyer that was unhappy.  I will have already done everything I can to make sure the deal is good for you before I even offer a pedal for sale, so there's nothing more for me to do.  Just make sure you want what you're buying and are making an informed decision, and all will be well!  Think carefully about how it fits in with your setup - other pedals, guitars, pickups, amps, style of music and playing, etc - because pedals can and often do sound wildly different in different setups.  That's just how pedals are.  I'm selling you a good working pedal, but you are responsible for getting the sound out of it that you want in your setup.

Thank you!