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I have heard alot about both pedals. I started off years ago with a Ernie Ball pedal and earlier this year I stepped up to a Goodrich pedal that I bought at the Dallas Steel Guitar Jamboree, and I think its great. I now have a problem with the pedal and I will call it an accident. Anyway I need some parts for the pedal and can't seem to get a hold of anyone at Goodrich. I called 478-272-2505 and get an answer machine, and left a message. I have called several times, and no one has called me back. I am thinking about getting a Hilton Pedal. I need a good pedal and good service. Sound like I'm venting... or maybe I'm hyper ventilating. I am open for suggestions.

Both are good pedals. The Hilton is a great pedal. You can't go wrong with it.

The Hilton is relatively expensive initially, but considering no pots to replace and no string to break, over time it is worth it.

Warranty and service from Keith Hilton is another plus.

Thanks for the info so far...

Just to update my process on the matter. I called again and Alie Goodrich answered the phone and is sending me the part I need to fix me pedal. I am thinking of getting another pedal for a back up just in case something else happens again.

I always carry a spare pedal with me. I have had the wal-wart for my Hilton die on me twice, both right before a gig. Luckily I had my Goodrich LDR2 (also electronic) pedal with me. Would have made for a very miserable gig if I didn't have it.

I have had Goodrich pot pedals, a Goodrich LDR2, and Hiltons. All were very good. That said, I have two Hiltons now (and an extra power supply). I don't think you can go wrong with any of them, but not having pots wear out is a plus.

The main reason I switched to the Hilton was the height of the pedal (it's lower than the LDR2).

Good luck on your problem Dave. Don't think there is much difference in pot type pedals. Had a Sho-Bud forget how many pots put in it, was a little to tall. Then had Dekly pot type called a low-boy. Have a Hilton not much trouble. Have to say didn't want to pay as much for a Telonics, but think I like it best. Have a Goodrich plain ole pot for back-up.

The main reason I switched to the Hilton was the height of the pedal (it's lower than the LDR2).

Mine too, but my Hilton is a low profile. I bought a low profile because when wearing cowboy boots, my right leg would hit the bottom of the guitar. In tennis shoes, the LDR2 works better.

I think my next pedal will not have a pot in it. So I think it will be a Hilton or a Telonics. The only thing about the telonics is the price. ouch!!

My feeling on the Telonics is, it is way too much for a volume pedal. Who cares if it an emulate the tapers of different pedals. Chances are, you are only going to pick one and never change, Why not just buy the one with the taper you want. I tried a friend's Telonics at a gig one night, set it to the Hilton setting (I use a Hilton) and thought it was nowhere near the same as my Hilton. I made it through 1 set before switching it back to my Hilton pedal.

I will say that it is a first class piece of gear,and if you have the money and nothing better to do with it, go for it. Telonics products are first class. I wish I could afford a rack system with a Telonics pre-amp, power amp, and maybe the cabinets. My friend has it all and the stuff is just killer, but very expensive.

I have just discovered the sound of pot-pedals. My last volume pedal was a pretty transparent,optical circuit. But I am really liking what going through a potentiometer circuit can do. It's a classic sound. Sure, there is a little compression in there, but there is a sting to the notes and chords, as opposed to the roundness and greater note separation allowed by more developed technologies. Of course if the pot wears out every 3 months, I may sing a different tune.