JHS Pedals Packrat 9 in 1 Rat Distortion Pedal

£229.99

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JHS Guitar Pedals are fresh in, this is a New one & the Just Pedals team think it is a very nice one too. Good news ! This can be delivered straight to your door, quickly and securely, anywhere in the UK & Europe. For more info on this New Guitar Pedals, please read on for full details, demos, videos, reviews and order online.

The JHS Packrat is the ultimate tribute to one of the most versatile and influential distortion pedals of all time…the mighty ProCo RAT! JHS tracked down and studied 45 different RAT specimens and interviewed numerous ProCo employees about the circuit design, evolution and production of the RAT over the years. The result is an all new pedal loaded with nine, that’s NINE different RAT modes ranging from the original circuit to JHS’s own take on the legendary stompbox.

Analogue Circuits

Featuring 100% analogue circuits, each of the nine modes perfectly recreates the respective RAT pedals on which they are based, even down to the aging components (also known as component drift). If you purchased these nine hard-to-find pedals on the used market today, you would be several thousand pounds out of pocket without breaking a sweat, so the Packrat represents incredible bang for your buck!

9 Modes

In the forty plus years since the original RAT was released, the iconic distortion pedal has been through a number of changes. The Packrat features nine independent circuits based on various RAT pedals and modded units from over the decades.

  • The OG (1979-83) – The OG mode is a perfect recreation of the first production RATs ever made. This era of roughly four years covers what is referred to historically as the V1 and V2 models.
  • White Face V3 (1984-1986) – In 1984, the RAT transitioned into a smaller “square” enclosure with a new white rectangle logo. The word RAT was in all black caps inside the white rectangle; this model gained the “White Face RAT” nickname due to this aesthetic.
  • Turbo V6 (1989) – The heart of the RAT’s tone comes from a design technique called “Symmetrical Hard Clipping.” In this approach, a simple amplifier circuit amplifies the guitar’s signal and pushes it across a pair of clipping diodes. The result is that these diodes clip off the top of the waveform of the guitar and create a type of square wave distortion.
  • BRAT (1997) – In 1997 ProCo got into the budget pedal game by releasing the BRAT which added an input buffer circuit and soft clipping (inside the loop of the op amp) on top of the standard hard clipping of the previous RATs.
  • Dirty (2004) – In 2002, ProCo released a 2-in-1 RAT pedal called the Deucetone. This pedal allowed you to have two completely separate RATs and activate them independently or stack them together. It also introduced two brand new sounds into the RAT topology: “Clean RAT” mode and “Dirty RAT.”
  • LA (1986) – In 1986, Ibanez released the “10 Series” line of pedals that featured three RAT style pedals including the “LA Metal”. It includes a great input buffer, several key capacitor changes for frequency response, and no clipping diodes at all. The distortion is produced by overloading or “clipping the rails” of the op amp.
  • Landgraff MO’D (1999) – Between 1999-2000, John Landgraff started building pedals by hand in Pensacola, FL. One of his most popular pedals was the “MO’D,” a distant cousin of the RAT and a really fantastic pedal in its own right.
  • Caroline (2010) – Shortly after forming JHS, Josh Scott purchased a fascinating distortion pedal from a brand new company in South Carolina. That pedal was called the Wave Cannon and was designed by Philippe Herndon. The “Caroline” mode is his take on the classic RAT circuit.
  • JHS Mode – Whilst working in a tiny guitar shop in Northwest Alabama, Josh acquired a vintage “small-box” RAT which later inspired him to start modding and building pedals. The “JHS Mode” is based around the “PackRat” modification that was performed on thousands of RAT pedals from 2008-2018. In Josh’s words…”The JHS Mode lets me keep what makes the RAT unique and add in a few of my personal favorurite mods…”

Additional information

Weight 0.5 kg

Tasty Pedals made by JHS

JHS Pedals is a prominent manufacturer of guitar effects pedals, known for their high-quality craftsmanship, innovative designs, and commitment to tone. Founded in 2007 by Josh Scott in Kansas City, Missouri, JHS Pedals has quickly gained a reputation for producing boutique-quality pedals that cater to a wide range of musical styles and preferences. JHS offers a diverse lineup of effects pedals, including overdrive, distortion, fuzz, modulation, delay, reverb, and more. The company is known for its meticulous attention to detail and dedication to producing pedals that deliver exceptional tone and versatility. Many of their pedals are designed to capture the tones of classic vintage effects while incorporating modern features and improvements. In addition to their standard pedal lineup, JHS Pedals also offers a range of signature pedals in collaboration with renowned artists and musicians. These pedals are designed to meet the specific needs and preferences of the artists, providing them with unique tones and features for their playing style. With a commitment to innovation and a passion for tone, JHS Pedals continues to be a trusted name in the guitar effects industry, providing musicians with inspiring tools to shape their sound and creativity.

Just Pedal Ingredients.

Distortion — Distortion pedals take your clean guitar signal and transform it into something bigger, bolder, and full of attitude. By clipping the waveform, they add sustain, bite, and aggression, creating that thick, compressed tone that’s powered rock music for decades. From the growling crunch of classic hard rock to the tight, saturated roar of modern metal, distortion is all about energy and presence. It gives every note weight and authority, pushing your amp to its limits and beyond. There are countless flavours of distortion, each with its own texture and edge. Some sound smooth and creamy, others raw and gnarly like tearing fabric. It’s the sonic equivalent of turning up the heat until the sound cooks — rich, sizzling, and perfectly seasoned to taste. Whether used for rhythm muscle or soaring leads, a good distortion pedal doesn’t just add volume; it adds personality, grit, and that unmistakable sense of power under your fingers.. Guitar Pedals — Your pedal is like a signature dish for your sound — a flavour-packed creation that transforms the bland ingredients of your guitar into something unforgettable. Each one adds its own seasoning, texture, and heat, turning a simple meal into a feast of tone. These tasty little boxes sit in a row, like plates on a buffet, letting you mix and match flavours as you play. With one tap of your foot, you can swap sweet for spicy, subtle for smoky, and serve up something completely new. From the comfort food of warm overdrive to the fiery kick of fuzz, from smooth jazz sauce to heavy-metal spice, pedals give players a full menu of options to express their taste.  And just like with food, once you’ve tried one dish, you’ll want to sample them all. Collecting, trading, and discovering new flavours soon becomes part of the joy of being a tone-loving gourmet geek with a guitar.. New — This is brand new, fresh in, and a UK warranty is included. Very Popular!. Pedal — Your pedal is like a signature dish for your sound — a flavour-packed creation that transforms the bland ingredients of your guitar into something unforgettable. Each one adds its own seasoning, texture, and heat, turning a simple meal into a feast of tone. These tasty little boxes sit in a row, like plates on a buffet, letting you mix and match flavours as you play. With one tap of your foot, you can swap sweet for spicy, subtle for smoky, and serve up something completely new. From the comfort food of warm overdrive to the fiery kick of fuzz, from smooth jazz sauce to heavy-metal spice, pedals give players a full menu of options to express their taste.  And just like with food — once you’ve tried one dish, you’ll want to sample them all. Collecting, trading, and discovering new flavours soon becomes part of the joy of being a tone-loving gourmet geek with a guitar.. Pedals. RAT.

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