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Description

Unleashing the power of vintage tube distortion in a compact, pedalboard-friendly package, the Electro-Harmonix EH-1335/EH-3075 Hot Tubes is a revival of a classic. This overdrive effects pedal delivers the warm, organic tone that the original 1978-1984 version was renowned for. The reissued model, produced between 2001 and 2007, maintains the sonic integrity of its predecessor while adding modern versatility. Embrace the characteristic tube-like growl that defined an era of rock and roll, with the added benefit of a sleek black heat shield for a modern touch.

Key Features:

  • Compact design ideal for pedalboards
  • Emulates vintage tube distortion
  • Original warm, organic tone
  • Distinctive growl reminiscent of classic rock and roll
  • Sleek black heat shield
  • Modern reissue of classic 1978-1984 model
  • Produced between 2001 and 2007

Product specs

Brand Electro-Harmonix
Model Hot Tubes
Finish Silver
Year 1980s
Categories Distortion Pedals, Fuzz Pedals and Effects

FAQs

What type of overdrive sound does the Electro-Harmonix Hot Tubes provide?

The Electro-Harmonix Hot Tubes offers a classic, tube-like overdrive with a warm, creamy distortion that responds well to picking dynamics, making it suitable for blues, rock, and other genres that benefit from a vintage tone.

How does the Hot Tubes pedal handle dynamics and volume changes?

The Hot Tubes pedal is known for its sensitivity to playing dynamics, allowing for a range of tones from subtle overdrive to full-on distortion based on picking intensity and guitar volume adjustments.

Does the Electro-Harmonix Hot Tubes work well with both single-coil and humbucker pickups?

Yes, the Hot Tubes is versatile and performs well with both single-coil and humbucker pickups, providing a consistent overdrive character while allowing the natural tone of the guitar to shine through.

Can the Electro-Harmonix Hot Tubes be powered with a standard 9V power supply?

Yes, the Hot Tubes can be powered using a standard 9V DC power supply, drawing approximately 18mA, which is typical for many pedalboards.

Is the Electro-Harmonix Hot Tubes suitable for live performances?

The Hot Tubes is well-suited for live performances, offering reliable build quality and a dynamic range that can cut through a mix, making it a great choice for gigging musicians.

Reviews

PROS

  • Low-mid enhancement thickens sound

  • Generates little distortion, maintaining tube warmth

  • Unique character reminiscent of a Mesa MkIV in fuzziness

CONS

  • Lacks significant push without high volume levels

  • Noise issues, possibly due to AC/DC transformer

  • Misleading marketing; no actual tubes involved

  • May require external solutions to manage noise effectively

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jimmarchi1

EHX's CMOS distortion

they made one of these with a 21ax7 a few years back I think but the original used a CMOS inverter chip... like a gainier red llama.... very fuzzy. reminds me of a mesa mkIV in furriness. Probably valuable now. Very Noisey even for a CMOS device. I suspect that the AC/DC transformer inside is the source. I should try one of the recent nano series ones that run on 9vDC

jimmarchi1

sold to a collector

Artist usage

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See how Stevie Ray Vaughan uses Electro-Harmonix EH-1335/EH-3075 Hot Tubes

Stevie Ray Vaughan

Singer, Guitarist

The Vaughan Brothers

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Verified via YouTube

Used for a solo at 3:06 in this March 25, 1987 performance of "Cold Shot" at Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, Florida. Despite the low resolution of the video, Electro-Harmonix confirms the vintage Hot Tubes in this July 10, 2012 blog post and this September 2, 2013 Twitter post.

See how The Edge uses Electro-Harmonix EH-1335/EH-3075 Hot Tubes

The Edge

Guitarist

U2

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Verified via PhotoBucket

The Edge utilized the Electro-Harmonix EH-1335/EH-3075 Hot Tubes overdrive pedal during U2's Pop era, as evidenced by a photograph in the "Pop Pedals 2" album on Photobucket.

See how Jeff Buckley uses Electro-Harmonix EH-1335/EH-3075 Hot Tubes

Jeff Buckley

Singer, Guitarist

Jeff Buckley(band)

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Verified via Jeff Buckley

Listed on the official Buckley site, as stated by former Buckley tour manager.

See how Kim Gordon uses Electro-Harmonix EH-1335/EH-3075 Hot Tubes

Kim Gordon

Singer, Guitarist

Sonic Youth

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Verified via Photo

Here you can see Kim's Hot Tubes. Source.

See how Lou Barlow uses Electro-Harmonix EH-1335/EH-3075 Hot Tubes

Lou Barlow

Singer, Guitarist

Dinosaur Jr

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Verified via YouTube

An Electro Harmonix Hot Tubes can be seen at 11:50

See how Ella Feingold uses Electro-Harmonix EH-1335/EH-3075 Hot Tubes

Ella Feingold

Guitarist, Composer

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Verified via Photo

Ella Feingold uses the Electro-Harmonix Hot Tubes, as evidenced by a photo she shared on Instagram. The photo, which is the 13th in the post titled "Life lately," was posted on September 21, 2025, and includes an image of the pedal.

Album Usage

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2 alternative and related items for Electro-Harmonix EH-1335/EH-3075 Hot Tubes, curated by the Equipboard community.

Electro-Harmonix Hot Tubes

$57.00 - $79.80

Vintage or Discontinued mod

A true tube based circuit, that borrows its name and aesthetic from the vintage EHX Hot Tubes. Despite the visual similarities, these two have little in common.

Electro-Harmonix Hot Tubes Nano

$57.00 - $79.80

newer similar sound cheaper alternative

A true reissue of the CMOS based Hot Tubes, in a much smaller EHX Nano enclosure.

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