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Description

Elevate your sound with the JHS Banana Boost, a compact powerhouse designed to fine-tune your tone with unparalleled precision. Ideal for guitarists aiming to achieve that perfect blend of clarity and volume, this pedal simplifies tone shaping with its intuitive two-knob configuration. Whether you're looking to add some extra punch to your tube amp or seeking to saturate your signal with rich, harmonic complexity, the Banana Boost stands ready. Its versatility shines through when placed before or after dirt boxes, offering either a significant saturation boost or a pristine amplification of your existing tone. With the Banana Boost, your quest for the ultimate sound might just be over.

Key Features:

  • Compact design fits easily on any pedalboard
  • Simple yet effective two-knob layout for easy tone shaping
  • Volume knob provides ample headroom for any setup
  • Range knob allows for tone sculpting from Rangemaster/Treble Booster tones to full-range boosts
  • Ideal for use with tube amps for enhanced clarity and volume
  • Versatile placement options for different effects: before dirt boxes for increased saturation, or after for pure tone boost

Product specs

Brand JHS
Model Banana Boost
Finish Hand Painted, Yellow
Year 2012 - 2013
Made In United States
Categories Overdrive and Boost Pedals
Pedal Format Standard

FAQs

What type of power supply does the JHS Banana Boost require?

The JHS Banana Boost requires a standard 9V DC power supply with a negative center, which is common for most guitar pedals.

Can the JHS Banana Boost be used with both electric and bass guitars?

Yes, the JHS Banana Boost can be used with both electric and bass guitars, providing a clean boost to enhance your instrument's natural tone.

How does the JHS Banana Boost differ from other boost pedals?

The JHS Banana Boost is known for its transparent boost, maintaining your guitar's original tone while adding clarity and volume, unlike some boost pedals that may color the sound.

Is the JHS Banana Boost suitable for live performances?

Yes, the JHS Banana Boost is suitable for live performances, offering a reliable and consistent boost to cut through the mix on stage.

What are the tonal characteristics of the JHS Banana Boost?

The JHS Banana Boost is designed to provide a clean and transparent boost, enhancing your guitar's natural tone without adding unwanted coloration.

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JHS Pedals Banana Boost

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JHS Pedals Banana Boost

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The Philharmonic Orchestra

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Astro Tone with JHS Banana Boost and Sub Decay Spring Theory

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The Philharmonic Orchestra

Reviews

PROS

  • Offers both treble and volume boost options

  • Unique sweep knob allows for precise tone shaping

  • Compatible with both fuzz and distortion effects

  • Enables a brighter tone at lower settings

  • Can add a nice low end at higher settings

  • Allows for easy emulation of classic tones like Tommy Iommi’s

CONS

  • Can be excessively trebly if not adjusted carefully

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See how Jessica Dobson uses JHS Banana Boost

Jessica Dobson

Singer, Guitarist

The Shins

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Jessica Dobson uses the JHS Banana Boost Pedal on her pedalboard.

See how Todd Gummerman uses JHS Banana Boost

Todd Gummerman

Guitarist

Twenty One Pilots

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Mutemath's Todd Gummerman discusses with Paste magazine the pedals he uses on tour. The JHS Banana Boost is one of these pedals.

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