JHS Pedals Angry Charlie V3 – Marshall JCM800 Overdrive Distortion
Capture the legendary sound of a cranked Marshall JCM800 with the JHS Pedals Angry Charlie V3. This premium overdrive/distortion pedal delivers authentic British high-gain tones with comprehensive tone-shaping controls. Featuring Volume, Drive, Bass, Mids, and Treble controls in a full Marshall-style tone stack, the Angry Charlie V3 gives you everything from classic rock crunch to modern high-gain distortion in a compact pedal format.
Key Features
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Authentic JCM800 Tone: Recreates the sound of a cranked Marshall JCM800 amplifier
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Five-Control Layout: Volume, Drive, Bass, Mids, and Treble for complete tone shaping
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Marshall-Style Tone Stack: Full EQ section for precise British tone sculpting
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High-Gain Capability: From classic rock overdrive to modern metal distortion
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Versatile Range: Works great as standalone distortion or amp boost
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Premium Components: Built to JHS's exacting standards for reliability
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True Bypass: Preserves your tone when the pedal is off
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Compact Design: Professional features in a pedalboard-friendly footprint
Perfect For
Whether you're seeking classic British rock tones, modern high-gain metal sounds, authentic Marshall crunch without the volume, versatile overdrive for any amp, or professional recording tones, the Angry Charlie V3 delivers. It's ideal for rock guitarists, metal players, blues-rock musicians, studio recordists, and anyone who loves the sound of cranked Marshall amps.
Complete Specifications
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Brand: JHS Pedals
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Model: Angry Charlie V3
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Type: Overdrive/Distortion
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Tone Character: Marshall JCM800 style
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Controls: Volume, Drive, Bass, Mids, Treble
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Bypass: True bypass
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Power: Standard 9V DC
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Weight: 3 lbs
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SKU: 316016C
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UPC: 650415210909
The Marshall JCM800 Legacy: The Marshall JCM800 is one of the most iconic guitar amplifiers ever made, defining the sound of rock and metal from the 1980s onward. Its aggressive midrange, tight low end, and singing sustain have been heard on countless classic recordings. The Angry Charlie V3 captures that legendary tone in a pedal, giving you authentic JCM800 sound without needing to crank a 100-watt tube amp.
Comprehensive Tone Control: The five-control layout gives you complete command over your tone. The Volume control sets your output level for unity gain or boost. The Drive control determines how much gain and saturation you add to your signal. The Bass, Mids, and Treble controls form a full Marshall-style tone stack, letting you sculpt everything from scooped modern metal to midrange-heavy classic rock tones.
Versatile Applications: Use the Angry Charlie V3 as your main distortion into a clean amp for authentic Marshall tones. Run it as a boost into an already overdriven amp for extra saturation and sustain. Stack it with other pedals for complex, layered gain structures. The versatility makes it suitable for any musical style that requires British-voiced high-gain tones.
From Crunch to Crush: With the Drive control at lower settings, the Angry Charlie V3 delivers classic rock crunch and blues-rock overdrive. As you increase the Drive, you move into hard rock and metal territory with tight, focused distortion that maintains clarity even with complex chords. At maximum Drive, you get modern high-gain tones perfect for metal and aggressive rock styles.
JHS Quality: JHS Pedals has built a reputation for creating innovative, high-quality effects that solve real problems for working musicians. The Angry Charlie V3 represents their commitment to authentic tone recreation and practical functionality. Every component is chosen for reliability and sonic performance, ensuring this pedal will serve you for years.
Recording and Performance: The Angry Charlie V3 excels in both studio and live applications. In the studio, it provides consistent Marshall tones without the volume and mic placement challenges of a real amp. On stage, it delivers reliable high-gain tones that cut through the mix and respond to your playing dynamics.
Watch It in Action: Check out the demo video to hear the Angry Charlie V3's versatile tones and see how the controls interact to shape your sound.
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