The JHS 3 Series Screamer is an affordable overdrive pedal based on the "Strong Mod" of the classic Tube Screamer, offering versatility and enhanced tonal balance. With its accessible controls and a toggle switch for clipping options, it provides a wide range of overdrive tones, from boosting to full-bore overdrive. It features increased clean headroom, versatile drive and tone controls, and an improved frequency response compared to a stock Tube Screamer, making it suitable for both beginners and professionals. This pedal seeks to improve on the original concept, providing a more balanced and usable take on the iconic mid-hump overdrive sound.
The JHS Pedals 3 Series is a collection of pedals designed to give you affordability and simplicity without compromising quality. Each 3 Series pedal is made by us in Kansas City, MO, using high-quality parts, quality control, and attention to every detail. Each pedal has three simple controls and one toggle that offer a wide range of sounds, perfect for beginners and professionals alike. The JHS Pedals 3 Series will inspire your playing and help you explore new sounds at a totally approachable price point.
The 3-Series Screamer is the beloved JHS Tube Screamer “Strong Mod”, but in a brand-new $99 pedal. This pedal represents years of Josh playing around with the legendary Tube Screamer circuit and wanting to offer those changes in an affordable package. You will find more clean headroom, better usability as a boost, more versatile drive and tone controls as well as a more pleasing frequency response. This may be the most well-balanced Tube Screamer on earth, but that’s for you to decide. The 3 Series Screamer runs on 9V DC negative center power and consumes 12mA.
LENGTH 4.42” X WIDTH 2.38” X HEIGHT 1.22
Customers appreciate the 3 Series Screamer for its good sounds and versatility, particularly liking the "Strong Mod" for the added bass. While some reviewers find the build quality of the switches to be a potential weak point, the pedal is still considered a good value for its price, especially when compared to more expensive boutique alternatives.