JHS Pedals Kilt V2

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JHS Pedals Kilt V2

JHS Pedals

Kilt V2

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 425820
Model: Kilt V2
Price: $247.50

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The Kilt V2 is a seriously characterful distortion pedal, clearly shaped by StuG's signature sound. It's a fantastic choice for players seeking a raw, aggressive tone – think heavier rock, stoner metal, or even adding grit to a more modern sound. While not a Swiss Army knife, its focused design delivers a ton of attitude.

Product Description

  • JHS Pedals Kilt V2
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Distortion / Boost
  • Developed in collaboration with StuG (Delirious)
  • 4 Distortion modes
  • Volume
  • tone and gain controls
  • Cut / Flat toggle switch
  • G1 toggle switch to select the clipping circuit
  • G2 toggle switch for selecting additional clipping circuits
  • Bypass footswitch
  • Status LED
  • Metal housing
  • Input / output: 6.3 mm mono jack
  • 6.3 mm TRS (Red Remote) remote footswitch input for remote control of the G2 toggle switch
  • Power supply via optional 9V DC power supply (not included)
  • 2.1 mm x 5.5 mm coaxial connection
  • polarity (-) inside
  • battery operation not supported
  • Power consumption less than 100 mA
  • Dimensions (L x W x H) 130 x 70 x 60 mm
  • Weight: 260 g
  • Made in USA

*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.com/warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Robust metal housing provides excellent durability for gigging.
  • • StuG’s influence delivers a unique, aggressive distortion character.
  • • Multiple clipping circuits offer a surprisingly wide range of tones.
  • • Cut/Flat switch provides excellent tonal shaping flexibility.
CONS
  • • Lacks battery operation, requiring a dedicated power supply.
  • • Limited versatility compared to multi-effect units.
  • • The 'Kilt' sound signature might not suit all genres or players.

Product Video

Key Features

Effect Type Distortion/Boost
Controls Volume, Tone, Gain, Cut/Flat toggle, G1 toggle, G2 toggle
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC (optional, not included)
Connections 6.3mm Mono Input/Output, 6.3mm TRS Remote Footswitch Input
Dimensions 130 x 70 x 60 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

These toggles switch between different clipping circuits, radically altering the distortion's character – G1 tends towards a tighter, more modern sound while G2 offers a more vintage, asymmetrical clipping.
Absolutely; the 'Cut' setting significantly reduces low-end frequencies, preventing muddiness when stacking with other pedals or using high gain settings.
While many distortion pedals offer gain, the Kilt V2’s unique clipping circuits and StuG’s influence give it a distinct, aggressive edge, setting it apart from more generic distortion options.

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