ProCo RAT2 Distortion Effects Pedal

Description

For over 40 years, the ProCo RAT2 distortion pedal has been the secret weapon of iconic guitarists. This stompbox packs a punch with its hard-clipping distortion circuit that injects tube-like warmth and sustain into any rig. Whether you need to saturate a sparkling clean amp, boost a high-gain head into new realms of distortion or simply want to add a layer of rich harmonic overtones, the RAT2 delivers. With a straightforward 3-knob layout controlling distortion amount, filter and volume, this pedal is easy to dial in but capable of a surprisingly wide range of tones from mellow overdrive to fuzz-like mayhem. The RAT2´s enclosure features an LED status indicator, durable construction and a battery compartment that requires no tools to access.

Highly Responsive Distortion Circuit

At the heart of the RAT2 is a distortion circuit that reacts dynamically to your playing. Roll back the guitar´s volume knob and the distortion cleans up while still retaining a slight grit. Dig into the strings and the RAT2 breaks up into a singing, saturated overdrive. This interactive quality allows for a level of expressiveness not found in many distortion pedals. The RAT2 also excels at enhancing a tube amp´s natural overdrive without muddying up the tone.

Versatile Tone-Shaping Controls

Don´t let the RAT2´s simple 3-knob layout fool you—this pedal is capable of a wide range of tones. The Distortion control dials in the amount of gain and determines the overall character of the distortion. At lower settings, the RAT2 produces a warm, tube-like overdrive. As you increase the distortion, the tone develops into a thicker, fuzzier distortion. The Filter control adjusts the amount of high frequencies in the signal. Roll it down for a darker, bassier tone or increase it for more treble content. Finally, the Volume control allows you to match the RAT2´s output level with your amp´s input gain so you can achieve maximum distortion without excess noise.

Roadworthy and Gig-Ready

With its solid metal enclosure and footswitch, the RAT2 is built to stand up to the rigors of the road. The pedal´s iconic graphics are not just for show—they glow in the dark so you can easily locate the controls on a dimly lit stage. Powered by a 9V battery or optional power supply, the RAT2´s current draw is low enough that a battery can last for months. A battery access door allows for quick battery changes between sets without tools. For over 40 years, the ProCo RAT2 has been the go-to distortion pedal for guitarists worldwide seeking a flexible, tube-like overdrive.

Features

• Distortion ranging from a mellow twin to a raging English stack
• Extra punch in rhythm work and makes solos cut through with authority
• Glow-in-the-dark luminescent control graphics
• LED status indicator
• No-tools battery compartment
• True bypass