Offer Details

Up for sale is a JHS Crimson overdrive pedal in great condition and fully functional. Inspired by the tones of legendary guitarist Robin Trower, the Crimson is JHS's take on a rich, dynamic overdrive that bridges the gap between a transparent boost and a saturated vintage-style drive. It delivers a warm, harmonically complex character with excellent touch sensitivity, making it equally at home pushing an already cooking tube amp or serving as the primary source of gain on a clean platform.
The Crimson features a simple but highly effective three-knob layout consisting of Volume, Tone, and Drive controls, allowing players to dial in everything from gritty edge-of-breakup tones to thick, singing lead sounds. The pedal retains excellent note definition and clarity, with a smooth top end and strong midrange presence that helps solos cut through a mix without sounding harsh. It responds exceptionally well to picking dynamics and guitar volume adjustments, rewarding expressive players with a wide range of tones from a single setting.
Built by JHS Pedals in Kansas City, Missouri, the Crimson reflects the company's reputation for boutique-quality construction, thoughtful circuit design, and player-focused functionality. JHS has become one of the most respected names in modern effects, known for producing pedals that combine vintage inspiration with practical versatility.
The pedal operates on standard 9V DC center-negative power and features true bypass switching for preserving your signal when disengaged. Whether you're chasing classic blues-rock tones, vintage British-style overdrive, or simply looking for a responsive and musical drive pedal that feels great under the fingers, the JHS Crimson is a fantastic addition to any pedalboard. This example is in great condition and ready for its next owner.