Dunlop JHMS2 Hendrix 68 Octavio
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Dunlop
JHMS2 Hendrix 68 Octavio
Product Info
Article Number:
561808
Brand:
Dunlop
Model:
JHMS2 Hendrix 68 Octavio
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$141.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This little box nails that iconic, swirling 'Purple Haze' sound. It's a fun, relatively affordable way to dial in a piece of Hendrix’s sonic signature, but don’t expect it to be a general-purpose distortion. It's perfect for players who love that specific fuzz tone and want a cool, instantly recognizable vibe.
Product Description
- Dunlop JHMS2 Hendrix 68 Octavio
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Fuzz / Octaver
- Painted with a reinterpreted design of John Van Hamersveld's iconic Jimi Hendrix portrait
- Velocity-sensitive fuzz effect
- which can be heard in "Purple Haze"
- among other songs
- Octave switch to turn the octave-up effect on and off for a new sound palette
- Switchable true / buffered bypass
- Controls: Level
- Fuzz
- Push buttons: Octave
- Footswitch: Effect bypass
- Input and output: 6.3 mm jack
- Power supply via 9 V DC mains adapter (2.1 x 5.5 mm Barrel connector
- centre negative) - suitable mains adapter available under Art.#409939# (not included)
*Note:* Battery operation is not supported.
PROS
- • Authentic Hendrix 'Purple Haze' fuzz reproduction, surprisingly detailed.
- • Velocity-sensitive fuzz responds dynamically to playing intensity.
- • Van Hamersveld artwork adds a cool, collectible aesthetic appeal.
- • True bypass preserves signal integrity when the effect is disengaged.
CONS
- • Limited tonal flexibility beyond the Hendrix octave fuzz sound.
- • Lacks battery operation, requiring a dedicated power supply.
- • Can be noisy at higher fuzz settings, especially with high-gain amps.
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
Octave Fuzz
Controls
Level, Fuzz, Octave On/Off switch
Bypass Type
True/Buffered Bypass
Power Supply
9V DC Mains Adapter (2.1mm x 5.5mm Barrel Connector, Centre Negative)
Connections
6.3mm Mono Jack (Input/Output)
Dimensions
Approximately 4.75” x 2.75” x 2.25” (estimated based on similar Dunlop pedals)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Increased picking force triggers a more intense fuzz and octave shift, adding a dynamic element to your playing.
It captures the core sound convincingly, but lacks the nuanced complexity and potentially wider tonal range of a high-end vintage unit.
It's designed to work with both, but may be particularly impactful with hotter humbuckers to maximize the fuzz effect.
