With the arrival of virtual guitar effects on portable devices like the iPhone and iPad, many guitarists are re-thinking the way they set up and play their electric guitars. For the average player, an almost endless array of varied tones and effects are now available in high-quality virtual form at a fraction of the cost and weight of their real-world counterparts. It's not surprising that many guitarists are turning to virtual pedal boards for practicing, band rehearsals and the occasional gig, too.
One of the biggest problems with virtual effects pedal boards is that they are, well, virtual. They're on a screen near your eyes and hands instead of being within reach of your feet as they should be, keeping your hand
