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Description

In 1978, the Rat distortion pedal was born in the basement of the original PRO CO Sound. Since then, the product has grown to become one of the most defining stomp boxes of the last quarter century. Throughout 2003, PRO CO will celebrate the 25th anniversary of its milestone product by presenting custom, stainless steel 25th anniversary edition Vintage Rats to select artists and technicians who have defined their sound or career with The Rat.

Product specs

Power 9V
Bypass true bypass
Analog/Digital analog

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Features and functionality

  • The middle of the "A" lights up when the pedal is on, and the letters glow in the dark.

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  • The filter on original RAT pedals functions as a low-pass filter, but operates counter to typical expectations, turning clockwise to cut highs.

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Build quality

Value and pricing

  • Sweetwater sells genuine RATs for $89, making counterfeiting unlikely due to low pricing.

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User experience

  • Owners report no issues with the Pro Co icon placement, confirming authenticity concerns are rare.

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  • Users report that the RAT pedal can sound thin into a clean amp but excels when used with a distorted amp or in a band context.

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Comparisons

  • The modern RAT II is noted to have more gain and volume, though slightly hotrodded compared to vintage models, with the LM308 versions having a more functional tone control.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Swapping the chip to an LM308 in a Fat RAT can replicate a Whiteface Reissue's sound, as the main circuits are nearly identical.

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  • Removing or placing Velcro over the battery bolt on RAT pedals is a common modification to aid pedalboard mounting.

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Use cases and applications

  • The RAT pedal is favored for its versatility, being used across various music styles, and is noted for its iconic tone on bass with the OP07 chip.

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See how John Scofield uses Pro Co Silver Anniversary Rat

John Scofield

Guitarist, Composer

Medeski Martin & Wood

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Gifted to Scofield by Pro Co, as featured in this 2003 article from the company website.

In recognition of the 25th Anniversary of the PRO CO Rat, the manufacturer recently presented the first of its custom stainless steel commemorative 25th anniversary vintage Rats to legendary guitarist John Scofield.

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