JHS Pedals Crayon Direct-In Distortion

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£178.00

This is a New JHS Pedals Crayon Direct-In Distortion from JHS Pedals, now available in the Guitar Pedals category on Guitars Pedals Amps and Stuff.. Read More below.

Description

The JHS Pedals Crayon Direct-In Distortion is a preamp and distortion pedal moving on from its predecessor the JHS colour box to a more streamlined and simple design. The controls featured on this unit are Master Pre Tilt and Hi-Pass. These controls give you optimal reign over your parameters letting you sculpt the sound you require. The Crayon excels at Direct-In fuzz tones but with its versatile control options you can achieve any sound you desire from subtle overdrive to the classic full-on distortion. Finished in a glossy white and red paint this durable and highly versatile distortion/preamp unit is ideal for any guitar player.

About the manufacturer

JHS Pedals

JHS Pedals are known for making standout effects pedals and more. Founded with a passion for tone and innovation, their gear has shaped countless records and players’ sounds. Look out for their iconic designs and flagship models — they’ve earned a reputation for reliability and creativity.

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Distortion Pedals

Distortion clips the waveform more firmly than overdrive, generating dense upper harmonics, longer sustain and a more compressed response. Circuit topology and filtering decide whether the sound is tight and focused, broad and aggressive, smooth or deliberately abrasive. Gain sets the amount of clipping, while pre- and post-distortion tone controls strongly influence low-end definition, midrange presence and high-frequency texture.

Guitar Pedals

Guitar pedals are compact effects units that shape and enhance a guitar’s sound, sitting between the instrument and the amplifier. They include gain pedals like overdrive and distortion, modulation effects such as chorus and tremolo, time-based effects like delay and reverb, and essential utilities including tuners, compressors and loopers. Understanding basic things such as pedal type, signal order, power requirements and intended use helps players choose pedals that suit their style, setup and playing environment.

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Distortion pedals deliver the raw, aggressive edge that defines rock and metal, transforming your clean tone into something powerful and full of attitude. By pushing your signal into rich harmonic saturation, they create thick, sustaining sounds that cut through any mix. From classic crunchy riffs to high-gain modern mayhem, distortion pedals give you total control over how wild or tight your tone gets. Whether you’re crafting searing leads or heavy rhythm walls, they’re an essential tool for adding energy, bite, and character to your playing.

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