JHS Pedals

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The JHS Pedals Violet distortion/overdrive pedal is a collaboration between Josh Scott and renowned Brazilian guitarist Lari Basilio. This pedal offers guitarists an ultraflexible distortion channel that can easily turn any clean amp into a powerful, expressive machine. With a three-band EQ designed to maximize tone-shaping capabilities, the Violet can take you from smooth overdrive to full-on modern distortion. The Midrange control, placed before the distortion circuit, provides powerful pre-distortion tone shaping, while the Treble and Bass controls allow for fine post-distortion adjustments. Whether you're looking for a transparent overdrive or thick, cutting distortion, the Violet is ready to deliver.

Midrange Control for Unmatched Flexibility

The Violet's unique midrange control sets it apart from other distortion pedals. By placing the Mid control before the distortion circuit, JHS has created a tool for shaping your tone before it hits the distortion, allowing for endless tonal possibilities. This innovative design allows you to boost or scoop the mids based on your needs, from cutting lead tones to rich rhythm sounds. The Mid Sweep control further enhances this flexibility, letting you dial in the exact midrange frequencies to shape your tone to perfection.

Complete Tone Control With Three-Band EQ

In addition to the powerful Midrange control, the Violet features traditional Bass and Treble controls for post-distortion shaping. This three-band EQ offers guitarists the ability to tailor their sound to fit any musical genre or style. The Violet excels at stacking with other drive pedals, making it an ideal addition to any pedalboard, whether you're using it as a primary overdrive or a secondary gain stage. This tonal flexibility ensures that the Violet can seamlessly integrate into any rig, whether you're playing blues, rock, or modern metal.

Perfect for Stacking and Layering Effects

The Violet distortion/overdrive pedal isn't just designed to stand alone—it's also a master at stacking with other drive, distortion and fuzz pedals. Whether you're looking for a new primary dirt pedal or a secondary layer to complement your existing gear, the Violet delivers smooth, dynamic responses across all frequencies. Lari Basilio herself endorses this pedal as a key component of her signature tone, allowing players to channel their creativity and give their guitar a unique, new voice.

JHS Pedals Violet Lari Basilio Signature Distortion/Overdrive Effects Pedal Black

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  • Midrange control placed before the distortion circuit
  • Treble and Bass controls for post-distortion EQ adjustments
  • Mid Sweep control to precisely target midrange frequencies
  • Perfect for stacking with other overdrive, distortion or fuzz pedals

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Controls
  • Volume: Adjusts the overall output
  • Drive: Controls the level of distortion
  • Low: Bass frequency control
  • Mid: Midrange frequency control
  • Mid Sweep: Adjusts the frequency range of the Mid control
  • High: Treble frequency control
Jacks
  • Input: 1/4" jack on top right
  • Output: 1/4" jack on top left
Power
  • 9VDC, 55mA consumption
Additional Features
  • Silent, soft-touch switching with buffered bypass

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  • JHS IS TAKING OVER MY PEDAL BOARD!!

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    submitted5 months ago

    byJames

    fromPortland, OR

    A while back I bought the JHS muffaletta and it was the best sounding Muff I ever heard. In my search for tone I have tried so many hundreds of Petals and amps and have NeVER been truly happy until I started using and Running in parallel JHS Petals. I usually will run the JHS hard drive parallel with the Violet, the AT plus, or the Pack Rat. The petals are very responsive and sound great, would definitely recommend them to anyone.

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