JHS Pedals Charlie Brown V4

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JHS Pedals Charlie Brown V4

JHS Pedals

Charlie Brown V4

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 380574
Model: Charlie Brown V4
Price: $251.90

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The Charlie Brown V4 is a fantastic choice if you're chasing that warm, vintage Marshall-esque overdrive tone. It’s incredibly responsive to your playing dynamics and cuts through a mix beautifully – perfect for rhythm players and lead guitarists wanting a classic rock edge without harshness.

Product Description

  • JHS Pedals Charlie Brown V4
  • Guitar Effect Pedal
  • Distortion
  • Controls for Volume
  • Drive
  • Bass
  • Middle
  • Treble
  • Classic Rock Overdrive
  • Jack input and output
  • True bypass
  • Power supply via 9V DC power supply (not included
  • available under Article Nr #409939#)
  • Made in USA

*Note:* Battery operation not possible

PROS
  • • Warm, saturated overdrive excels at classic rock tones
  • • Robust, all-metal enclosure feels incredibly durable
  • • Effective EQ section allows for tonal shaping and clarity
  • • V4 revision significantly improved clarity and dynamics
CONS
  • • Limited versatility; primarily excels in rock/blues territory
  • • No battery operation adds power supply dependency
  • • Mid-range can occasionally become a bit scooped with extreme settings

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Key Features

Distortion Type Medium-Gain Overdrive/Distortion
Controls Volume, Drive, Bass, Middle, Treble
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC (exclusive)
Connections 1/4 in Instrument Input, 1/4 in Output, Ground Lift
Dimensions 4.75 in x 2.75 in x 2 in

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Frequently Asked Questions

The V4 addresses previous criticisms of muddiness, offering improved clarity and a more responsive feel while retaining the core character.
While it can handle some heavier rhythm work, it's primarily designed for classic rock and blues; it won't deliver the high-gain distortion needed for metal.
It shines with clean or slightly overdriven amps, allowing the pedal’s warmth and character to truly come alive.

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