JHS Morning Glory V2

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The JHS Morning Glory V2 is a versatile overdrive effects pedal that has become a favorite among guitarists looking for a transparent boost and natural overdrive. Designed for musicians who crave the classic sound of a responsive tube amp, this pedal is engineered to maintain the integrity of your guitar’s natural tone while adding a warm, dynamic overdrive. The JFET-based circuit ensures a smooth transition from clean to overdriven tones, making it ideal for a wide range of genres, from blues to rock.

With its intuitive control layout, the Morning Glory V2 offers easy manipulation of its Gain, Tone, and Volume knobs, allowing you to dial in anything from a subtle boost to a rich, harmonic overdrive. The high-headroom design ensures clarity and articulation, even at higher gain settings. Whether you're playing live or in the studio, the JHS Morning Glory V2 delivers consistent performance that musicians can rely on.

Key Features:

Transparent overdrive with smooth tonal response
JFET-based circuit for tube-like dynamics
Gain, Tone, and Volume controls for versatile sound shaping
High-headroom design for clear, articulate tones
True bypass switching for minimal signal loss
Durable construction suitable for gigging musicians

Product specs

Brand	JHS
Model	Morning Glory V2
Year	2009 - 2010
Made In	United States
Categories	Overdrive and Boost Pedals
Pedal Format	Standard

FAQs

What type of overdrive circuit does the JHS Morning Glory V2 use?: The JHS Morning Glory V2 is based on the classic Bluesbreaker circuit, known for its transparent overdrive that retains the natural tone of your guitar while adding a touch of grit.
Is the JHS Morning Glory V2 suitable for both rhythm and lead guitar playing?: Yes, the JHS Morning Glory V2 provides a versatile overdrive that works well for both rhythm and lead guitar parts, offering clarity and dynamics that suit a wide range of playing styles.
Can the JHS Morning Glory V2 be used with both single-coil and humbucker pickups?: Absolutely, the JHS Morning Glory V2 is designed to work well with both single-coil and humbucker pickups, maintaining clarity and enhancing the natural character of each pickup type.
Does the JHS Morning Glory V2 have a true bypass switch?: Yes, the JHS Morning Glory V2 features a true bypass switch, ensuring your signal remains unaffected when the pedal is not engaged.
How does the JHS Morning Glory V2 handle stacking with other pedals?: The JHS Morning Glory V2 is excellent for stacking, often used to push other overdrive or distortion pedals, enhancing their tone without overpowering the original sound.

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about JHS Morning Glory V2.

Features and functionality

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The JHS Morning Glory, particularly in V3 and V4, includes a bright cut switch that can be crucial for taming brightness in certain setups.
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The Morning Glory is noted for not cutting low end enough for some metal players, especially when used with downtuned or extended range guitars.
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Comparisons

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The Morning Glory is likened to a tube screamer with a high output, but without the blues breaker's typical bass peak, resulting in a more pronounced mid hump at noon settings.
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Some owners compare the Kilt into Morning Glory setup to a Case Study Aspen into J Rockett Blue Note, noting the absence of red remote functionality limits versatility.
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Users found that the JHS Bonsai, with its nine tube screamer circuits, is better suited for boosting high-gain channels compared to the Morning Glory.
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Use cases and applications

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When used with a Strat or Tele into a Fender amp, it excels at achieving edge-of-breakup tones, making it ideal for blues and rock genres.
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Running the Morning Glory as stage one overdrive into the Kilt V2, with the Kilt’s red side as stage two, provides versatile gain staging for dynamic performances.
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A setup using Morning Glory for light gain always-on tones, paired with the Kilt for leads, is effective in achieving a wide sonic range.
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The Morning Glory may not have sufficient gain for heavier rock or metal unless stacked with other pedals, as it primarily accentuates mids and highs.
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The pedal can enhance brightness in humbucker-equipped guitars, such as a Les Paul, helping solos cut through a mix.
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Mods and upgrades

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Some users recommend stacking the Morning Glory with a mid-pushed pedal like the EHX Soul Food to help cut through a band mix.
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For extended-range guitars, the Lichtlaerm Aesahaettr is recommended as a clean boost, offering extensive EQ control and high output, complementing the Morning Glory.
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User experience

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Owners note that the Morning Glory can be too bright with guitars like a Jazzmaster, even with the high-cut engaged, but complements a Strat's tone well.
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Users report that using the red remote on the Morning Glory adds a significant boost, acting as a third gain stage when paired with the Kilt V2.
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