Proco Fatrat

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Proco Fatrat

Proco

Fatrat

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 372671
Brand: Proco
Model: Fatrat
Price: $306.90

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The Fatrat is a powerhouse distortion pedal—a real beast for those wanting a thick, aggressive tone. It’s not a subtle drive, but it nails that high-gain, saturated sound perfect for rock, metal, and anything needing serious attitude. If you’re looking for a dedicated distortion pedal that doesn’t compromise on thickness, this is a great option.

Product Description

  • Proco Fatrat
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Distortion
  • Controls: Distortion
  • Filter & Volume
  • Clipping switch: mosfet / floor
  • Thick switch: stick / fat
  • No battery operation possible
  • Power supply via 9 V DC power supply unit (not included in delivery
  • suitable power supply available: Article #409939#)
PROS
  • • Offers a uniquely thick, saturated distortion unlike many typical pedals.
  • • The MOSFET clipping provides a searing, high-gain character with excellent sustain.
  • • Robust, all-metal enclosure ensures durability for gigging and studio use.
  • • Filter control allows for significant tonal shaping, taming harshness or boosting mids.
CONS
  • • Limited versatility – excels at high-gain distortion, less suited for subtle tones.
  • • Can be quite noisy at higher gain settings, requiring careful gain staging.
  • • Lack of true bypass may slightly color the signal even when disengaged.

Product Video

Key Features

Distortion Type High-gain distortion with MOSFET and floor clipping options
Controls Distortion, Filter, Volume, Clipping switch (MOSFET/Floor), Thick switch (Stick/Fat)
Bypass Type Buffered bypass
Power Supply 9V DC power supply unit (not included)
Connections 1/4 in Input, 1/4 in Output, 1/4 in Ground
Dimensions 4.75 in x 5.5 in x 2 in

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's vastly different; a Tubescreamer is an overdrive, the Fatrat is a full-on distortion with a much higher gain and a more aggressive character.
The MOSFET provides a brighter, more articulate distortion, while the 'Floor' setting delivers a heavier, more compressed, almost fuzz-like tone.
While it helps maintain signal strength, a buffered bypass can subtly alter the tone, particularly with longer cable runs; it's a trade-off for the increased output.

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