{"product_id":"wampler-ratsbane-distortion-pedal","title":"Ratsbane Distortion Pedal","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you are looking for a single pedal solution with multiple degrees of gain from light overdrive to full out saturated fuzz tones, then you’ll surely love the Ratsbane. The Ratsbane is based on a true benchmark sound amongst guitarists that has been heard on thousands of famous recordings. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe full, dynamic range and sheer sonic force of this circuit is what makes it a true king amongst distortion pedals.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eTurn the distortion control all the way down for a deep but powerful gain booster. Crank it up and you will find rich harmonic overtones and a throaty, fuzz-like distortion.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe “secret sauce” for this circuit has always been the filter control.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eTurn it counter-clockwise to cut straight through the mix with precision and high-frequency attack that lets your tone soar with absolute clarity.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eTurn it clockwise to filter the top end, for a warm, buttery, yet clear tone. This natural full-range distortion, mixed with its unique filter control, delivers a classic cranked tube-amp sound that crosses genres and generations of music. Add a Wampler guitar effects pedal to your Musos Corner shopping cart today. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn typical Wampler fashion, Brian improved the circuit’s flexibility by adding two new switches.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe Gain switch offers three distinct choices.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe middle gives you the “stock” gain for this pedal.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eFlick it either right or left for 2 additional turbocharged gain stages you can play with. The left position offers a firm yet smooth boost in gain, whereas the right delivers an insane level of creamy distortion.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe Voice switch subtly alters the compression and clipping of this pedal.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eIt tightens the distortion to be more manageable with greater levels of gain while rolling back some of the fuzz qualities to deliver a modern, high-gain distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv id=\"features\" class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_4 et_section_regular\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_7 et_pb_equal_columns et_pb_gutters1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_pb_column_8  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_2\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_2  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_dark\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eThree Gain Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBrian has incorporated some unique modifications into this circuit, easily accessed by the toggle switches. With the gain switch set in the center you get the classic circuit, flick it either right or left to get insane amounts of gain on tap.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_pb_column_9  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eClassic and Modern Tones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_3  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_dark\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eNot content with just modifying the gain stages, Brian also added a voice switch which totally changes this circuit into a modern, higher gain style distortion. This pedal can cover boosted overdrive tones, full on fuzz, and modern searing distortion tones in one small package.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_8 et_pb_equal_columns et_pb_gutters1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_pb_column_10  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_image et_pb_image_4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSwap the engine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_4  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_dark\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv c\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wampler","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48262913228955,"sku":"WAM-WP-RATSBANE","price":249.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/0405\/4683\/files\/screenshot_2025-02-19_at_10.17.16_am.png?v=1778044472","url":"https:\/\/www.musoscorner.com.au\/products\/wampler-ratsbane-distortion-pedal","provider":"Musos Corner","version":"1.0","type":"link"}