ok i got a distortion pedal but i only turn it on for solos. but it doesnt become louder than my amp even when i make the output higher it just makes more sensitivity and extorsion. Even if i have a distortion pedal and its not on and i have a volume pedal after it, will it still not take out gain, because i am having trouble trying to get a louder sound for leads, also my effects loop sucks, so thats out of the picture, What can i do to just make the amp louder when i want it to be regardless of what pedal is on? You know what im saying , please reply.