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| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
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Key Features
The tone of a rock icon. The JHS Paul Gilbert Distortion presents a truly unique pedal that's crafted to the specifications of former Racer X and Mr. Big guitarist, Paul Gilbert. Featuring a myriad of intricate controls, active mid-frequency preamp, and an authentic tube response - the Paul Gilbert Distortion is destined for the pedalboards of rock and blues guitarists everywhere. A FET based distortion engine unleashes the authentic tone and feel of a pushed tube amplifier. So you can emulate the tone of a loud stadium-level amp, without bringing the house down.
Next up, the active mid-frequency preamp. Not often seen in a guitar pedal, this design is located at the front of the FET circuitry, offering a huge variety of tonal possibilities. Not to mention all the midrange control you could ever want, letting you alternate between bold, punching mids, and a total sweep for those thick rock 'n' roll tones. Put simply, the Paul Gilbert Distortion is versatile. And you can dial in your exact sound with the vast range of tone and gain controls on display. This is your dream dirt channel in a compact pedal housing. So you can take it with you to enhance every single performance.
Product Ref: 152693
It goes without saying that Paul Gilbert is one of the best when it comes to rock and blues guitarists. Noted as one of the fastest players of all time, Gilbert has infused his rapid picking techniques into the esteemed bands Racer X and Mr. Big over the past few decades. And, with so much technical ability, Gilbert needs a tone that can keep up. Which is why he has collaborated with pedal giants, JHS, to unveil the groundbreaking Paul Gilbert Distortion. It's crafted to his specifications, so you can ensure that every nuance of his unique sound is captured. The tone of a guitar icon, at your command. Just hit the switch.
Few pedals possess the same level of authenticity as the Paul Gilbert Distortion And it all stems from the first-rate FET based distortion engine. Crafted to provide the coveted feel and response of a genuine tube amplifier, the FET based engine gifts you with the dynamic range and rich harmonics that guitarists crave out of their sound. Because, ultimately, this is what gives your tone its characterful edge. What this means, is that you can take the searing-hot sound of a stadium-grade amplifier with you wherever you go - at any volume.
The Paul Gilbert Distortion may be a signature pedal. But that's not to say that you can't make it your own. Equipped with a unique active mid-frequency preamp at the front of the FET engine, a world of sonic potential lies at your disposal. Use the 'mid freq' control to find the right balance of punch and crunch, or a thick, warm scooped tone. Combined with the remaining 5 tone and gain controls, there really is no restriction when it comes to shaping your sound. Take inspiration from one of the greats of rock, and find your distinctive voice with a pedal that awaits your creative spark.
