JHS Pedals

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The Bonsai 9-way Screamer Overdrive Pedal from JHS Pedals is a tone chaser's dream come true. This innovative overdrive pedal packs nine classic overdrive pedals from the '70s through 2000s into one convenient stompbox. With the turn of a knob, you can switch between overdrive modes modeled after rare, vintage pedals like the Ibanez TS808, Maxon OD808, TS-10 and EXAR OD-1. JHS Pedals painstakingly analyzed and replicated each pedal to capture every nuance of the originals. Whether you're looking for subtle breakup, singing sustain or face-melting distortion, the Bonsai has you covered.

Nine Legendary Overdrives in One Pedal

The Bonsai lets you explore nine of the most sought-after overdrive pedals in history with the turn of a single knob. It provides spot-on replications of overdrive classics from Ibanez, Maxon, EXAR and JHS Pedals' own mods. Turn the knob to switch between modes like the warm, compressed TS808, the higher-gain TS-10 made famous by John Mayer or the searing hot mode of the TS-7. With so many modes to choose from, the Bonsai is an overdrive addict's dream.

Painstakingly Recreated Vintage Circuits

JHS Pedals went to great lengths analyzing and recreating the components and circuitry of each overdrive pedal modeled in the Bonsai. They used audio precision analyzers and other methods to capture the sound and feel of the original pedals, accounting for component drift in the vintage units. The result is a pedal that provides the authentic experience of playing through rare, vintage overdrive pedals from decades past.

Simple Interface, Enormous Tonal Range

Despite housing nine different overdrive pedals, the Bonsai features an incredibly simple interface. A single rotary knob lets you switch between modes, while standard Level, Tone and Drive knobs control your overdrive sound. The Bonsai gives you an enormous range of overdrive tones—from subtle breakup to all-out distortion—without complicated controls or menus to navigate.

JHS Pedals Bonsai 9-Way Screamer Overdrive Effects Pedal

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  • Requires standard 9V DC Negative power
  • Consumes less than 100mA
  • Dimensions: 2.2" x 4.8" x 1.6"

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