JHS Pedals Bonsai 9-Way Screamer Overdrive Effects Pedal

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JHS Pedals Bonsai 9-Way Screamer Overdrive Effects Pedal

Name: JHS Pedals Bonsai 9-Way Screamer Overdrive Effects Pedal
Brand: JHS Pedals
SKU: L13307000000000
Price: 249.00 USD
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Get nine incredible overdrive tones in one amazing pedal.

Following in the steps of the JHS Pedals Muffuletta (released 2015), the Bonsai utilizes a simple rotary knob to switch through nine classic, vintage, rare or hard to find variations of the Screamer.Show More

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Bonsai 9-Way Screamer Overdrive Effects Pedal Specifications:

Requires standard 9V DC Negative power
Consumes less than 100mA
Dimensions: 2.2" x 4.8" x 1.6"

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JHS Pedals Bonsai 9-Way Screamer Overdrive Effects Pedal

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