JAM Pedals Rattler

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$181.00 to $263.98 Price Tier: High-end

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$263.98 4 available New

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$80

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In the Distortion Effects Pedals category, JAM Pedals Rattler is priced in the High-end/Boutique range. This premium gear is built to very high standards and offers premium features.

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Introducing the JAM Pedals Rattler, a handmade marvel from Greece that captures the essence of vintage RAT design with a modern twist. This pedal is not just known for its sleek custom paint job and quality components, but also for its remarkable amp-like responsiveness and superior tone. Boasting the time-honored trio of RAT controls, it's equipped with a new-old-stock LM308 chip which gives it that authentic fuzziness characteristic of the original RAT circuit. The Rattler's gain is so rich, thick, and creamy that you'd be hard-pressed to find a tone that doesn't sound fantastic. No wonder it's the pedal of choice for musicians like Nels Cline!

Key Features:

Handmade with custom paint job
New-old-stock LM308 chip
Standard trio of RAT controls
Amp-like responsiveness and superior tone
Rich, thick and creamy gain

Product specs

Brand	JAM Pedals
Model	Rattler
Finish	Hand Painted
Year	2010s
Made In	Greece
Categories	Distortion Pedals, Overdrive and Boost Pedals
Pedal Format	Standard

FAQs

What kind of tones can I expect from the JAM Pedals Rattler?: The JAM Pedals Rattler delivers classic distortion tones reminiscent of vintage fuzz pedals, offering a rich, harmonically complex sound suitable for rock and blues genres.
Is the JAM Pedals Rattler suitable for use with a bass guitar?: While primarily designed for electric guitars, the JAM Pedals Rattler can also be used with bass guitars, though it may alter the low-end response slightly.
Does the JAM Pedals Rattler require a specific power supply?: The JAM Pedals Rattler operates on a standard 9V DC power supply, which is common for most guitar pedals.
How does the JAM Pedals Rattler differ from other distortion pedals?: The JAM Pedals Rattler is known for its hand-made construction and unique hand-painted design, offering a distinctively vintage distortion sound with a smooth midrange boost.
Can the JAM Pedals Rattler be used in a pedalboard setup?: Yes, the JAM Pedals Rattler is designed to integrate seamlessly into any pedalboard setup, providing consistent performance and tone quality.

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PROS

Delivers open, gritty, fuzzy, loud distortion without excessive noise
Modern hardware with classic "Rat" sound for enthusiasts
Versatile: smooth overdrive to intense distortion, suitable for both bass and guitar
Superior tone sculpting through tube amps, cuts through mixes well
Offers both a vintage and modern twist on the RAT sound
Asymmetrical clipping for unique distortion characteristics
High-quality craftsmanship, made in EU
Pedalboard-friendly size with hand-painted design
Comes with a fabric pouch for protection

CONS

Might not reach the fizzy extreme some desire from a RAT pedal
Lacks additional features like fatrat, turbo mode, or high gain switch
Boutique price point may be a con for budget-conscious musicians

Owner Insights

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Features and functionality

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The tone control on the JAM Rattler has a useful sweep from 9:00 to 4:00, affecting gain levels significantly.
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The gain and volume knobs are reactive; less gain requires more volume for unity.
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Owners note the volume knob is fragile and can make the gain sound flat if set below 8:00.
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The Rattler MKII includes a built-in boost, enhancing its flexibility compared to other Rat-type pedals without this feature.
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The internal switch in the Rattler MKII allows users to modify the sound, encouraging exploration of different tonal options.
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The Rattler's mid-boost function can provide more tonal flexibility, especially when used live.
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Users report clearer low-gain tones compared to the Proco Rat, especially when clarity with chords is needed.
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Rattler owners often use the pedal with gain settings below noon, achieving desirable results that are comparable to the DRV.
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The JAM Rattler shines with Vox-style amps, maintaining clarity and articulation.
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The Rattler MKII offers switchable symmetric and asymmetric clipping, providing both compressed and dynamic responses, unlike the Rat2, which is more compressed due to symmetric clipping.
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Users find the Rattler more articulate and quieter compared to the Iron Horse, noting a perceived clean blend in the signal.
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The Rattler's smaller form factor and additional footswitch functionality are noted advantages over the 1981 DRV, despite their similar sound.
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Users report similar tonal results between the Rattler and 1981 DRV at lower gain settings, with the Rattler offering a helpful mid-boost.
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over 1 year ago

Amazing pedal! As simple as that.

A Rat with lots of "body" and character. Good on all Gain positions. The Tone knob is also useful on every position. It misses a bit of the attack of the original Rat, for those looking for that.

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