TRIUMPH's RIK EMMETT Announces 'Rock & Roll Machine' Guitar Pedal

TRIUMPH guitarist/vocalist Rik Emmett and Mojotone have announced Rock & Roll Machine — a powerful tone-shaping guitar preamp pedal inspired by Rik's classic TRIUMPH tones.

Rock and roll demands a sound of its own. From gritty rhythm tones to soaring leads, the right combination of gain, EQ and volume can make all the difference.

Rock & Roll Machine is a guitar preamp and tone-shaping pedal designed in collaboration with Emmett to put the tools for a great rock and roll tone right at your feet.

The Rock & Roll Machine delivers exceptional tone by combining gain, EQ and boost into one convenient unit, offering you perfect punchy rhythm or smooth, singing leads without additional pedals.

Whether you're dialing in classic rock crunch, adding body to your sound, or pushing your tone forward for a lead, this pedal gives you the control to make it happen. It features all the muscle and grit of a cranked 50-watt Plexi amp with a versatile set of sonic sculpting controls, including 3-Band EQ, Fat/Skinny knob, and "Oomph" switch, to mold it perfectly to any guitar setup.

For more information and to purchase, visit the Mojotone online store.

Late last month, TRIUMPH canceled the rest of its reunion tour this year. The veteran Canadian rockers said in a statement that, due to "sudden and unexpected medical circumstances affecting the band," they would be unable to perform for their fans in 2026.

"With the second leg of the tour set to begin in just under three weeks, these circumstances prevent us from being able to rehearse and move forward with the current shows as planned,” the band said on its web site and social media.

"We recognize that this announcement comes on short notice, and sincerely apologize for the disappointment and inconvenience this will cause."

They asked for patience and understanding from their fans, adding "the outlook is positive and we will be back on stage with you as soon as possible."

TRIUMPH toured in North America this past spring and was set to return to the road on November 17 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with stops in Cincinnati, Baltimore, Pittsburgh, Las Vegas and Seattle.