JHS Pedals Hard Drive
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JHS Pedals
Hard Drive - Distortion Black
Product Info
Article Number:
595297
Brand:
JHS Pedals
Model:
Hard Drive - Distortion Black
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$239.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Hard Drive Black is a focused distortion pedal – it’s not a multi-effect. If you're chasing a modern, aggressive, high-gain sound for rock, metal, or industrial, this delivers serious crunch and sustain. It's a great option for players wanting a dedicated distortion unit without the complexity of a full-blown preamp.
Product Description
- JHS Pedals Hard Drive - Distortion Black
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- Distortion
- Cascaded gain stages and a hard limiting circuit
- Class AB amplifier section driving a sweepable midrange EQ and Baxandall bass and treble controls
- Buffered Bypass
- Controls: Volume
- Mid Freq
- Drive
- Bass Middle
- Treble
- Footswitch (Silent Soft Touch): Effect Bypass
- Status LED
- Input and output: 6.3 mono jack
- Power supply via separately available 9 V DC power supply unit (2.1 x 5.5 mm barrel connector
- negative pole inside - not included)
- Current consumption: 78 mA
- Metal housing
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 122 x 66 x 41 mm
- Weight: approx. 395 mm
- Made in USA
*Note:* No battery operation supported
PROS
- • Cascaded gain stages deliver a thick, saturated, and aggressive distortion tone.
- • Sweepable midrange EQ allows for precise sculpting of the distortion character.
- • The Class AB amplifier section provides a responsive and dynamic feel.
- • Solid metal housing and quality components ensure durability for gigging.
CONS
- • Lacks battery operation, requiring a dedicated power supply.
- • Limited versatility; excels at high-gain distortion, less suited for subtle gain.
- • Midrange sweep can be a bit finicky to dial in precisely for all guitars.
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Key Features
Distortion Type
High-Gain Distortion with Hard Limiting
Controls
Volume, Mid Freq, Drive, Bass Middle, Treble
Bypass Type
Buffered Bypass
Power Supply
9V DC, 2.1mm x 5.5mm barrel connector (negative pole inside)
Connections
6.3mm Mono Jack (Input/Output)
Dimensions
122 x 66 x 41 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's significantly heavier distortion; overdrive provides a more subtle gain boost, whereas the Hard Drive is designed for thick, saturated tones.
It can take a bit of experimentation to find the sweet spot for your guitar and amp, but it’s a powerful tool for shaping the distortion’s character.
Yes, the buffered bypass mitigates signal loss over longer cable runs, ensuring a stronger signal to your amp.
