Will a Pedaltrain Nano work for me...

Josh Pelican · #1 09-19-2011, 07:16 PM

Before I settle on which board to get, I want to ensure my pedals will fit. I'm looking to get these pedals on:
Turbo Tuner
Phat Phuk B
AGRO (or Bluebeard)
Rat Tail

I've seen pictures where it looks like the four would fit, but then I see pictures with four pedals and they're hanging off the edges.

Would I be better off just getting a Pedaltrain Mini? It would give me the possibility of fitting an extra pedal, but if I can fit the four pedals on, I think I'll be safe with a Nano.

scHism · #2 09-19-2011, 07:40 PM

It would depend on what patch cable/plugs you would be using... But just to be on the safe side, go with a MINI.

Josh Pelican · #3 09-19-2011, 07:52 PM

I'd be using Planet Waves, but I could always change. To hell with it, the Mini it is. I could even keep it as four pedals and just have them spaced evenly.

Kwesi · #4 09-19-2011, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Josh Pelican

I'd be using Planet Waves, but I could always change. To hell with it, the Mini it is. I could even keep it as four pedals and just have them spaced evenly.

Good choice. I think the mini is really the absolute smallest anyone should go if they're really using effects. The Planet Waves patch cables don't seem to get too much love around here these days but I use them and dig them. They take up some space but I don't feel like shelling out the cash for something less space consuming just yet.

Josh Pelican · #5 09-19-2011, 09:03 PM

Oh, I just realized if I go with the Mini I can fit my ISP Decimator on there for when I'm running my fuzzes together. Plus I can put the PowerAll in the grooves.

I love my PW cables. If they stop working, I unscrew the jack, cut a piece off, screw it back on, and bam!

cybersnyder · #6 09-19-2011, 09:13 PM

It doesn't matter what you use, you will always want space for one more pedal.

behndy · #7 09-19-2011, 09:15 PM

so. damn. true.

Kwesi · #8 09-19-2011, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by cybersnyder

It doesn't matter what you use, you will always want space for one more pedal.

Lol, right now I'm the opposite. I know I'm getting a reverb but I've still got space for two regular pedals or one big one and I dunno what I want to put there yet. I'm giving a Prunes and Custard and Micro POG and good look but I'm waiting until Source Audio does their reveal to make my final decision.

anonymous122511 · #9 09-19-2011, 09:36 PM

Thing that sold me on the Mini is that a Fuel Tank PS fits in the front tray leaving lots of room for four mid sized pedals (like a T-Rex or VT Bass) and can squeeze on five if one is a Boss size unit. Even though I often just run three pedals the superior versatility of the Mini more than makes up for its slightly larger size. I can also get all my cables in the Mini bag and don't think I could with the Nano.

behndy · #10 09-19-2011, 09:39 PM

yeah. the Mini is still TINY and super light to carry. if you stay diligent about just MXR sized boxes, you can fit a surprising amount of anger on there.

Flymo Wang · #11 09-20-2011, 03:08 AM

i was having the same thoughts for a while - i only have 4 pedals on my mini. maybe i have bigger feet that lots of the folks on here, or just less co-ordination when it comes to stepping on pedals, but if i squeeze the pedals together like you'd need to do to fit 4 on a nano (or 6 on a mini), i find it far too easy to step on 2 switches, or the wrong pedal altogether, when going for it live.
definitely a +1 to spacing them out a bit!!!

TaySte_2000 · #12 09-20-2011, 04:20 AM

Nano will fit all of that but no power supply.

I can see the benefit of having the nano I have one myself and having it clip on to a gig bag is so convenient but the Mini just add that extra bit of space, the case can carry cables or even a wah pedal and if you can get the older one with the lip at the back then you have a really nice space to put a Diago or Shredfreak power supply.