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The Hot Rubber Monkey Rides Again





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While the J. Rockett Hot Rubber Monkey (HRM) V2 overdrive pedal dishes out all the dirt of its V1 predecessor, it also adds a significantly revamped tone and control scheme to better capture the feel and response of an overdriven D-style HRM-equipped amplifier. In fact, J. Rockett tells Sweetwater that the Hot Rubber Monkey V2’s new voice is the result of their year-long study of a true HRM-modified D-style amp ? an experience that allowed them to precisely replicate every nuance and detail of the original’s throaty, vocal-like saturation. J. Rockett’s firsthand analysis of an original D-style model even inspired the complete replacement of the HRM V1’s EQ section, yielding a new configuration comprising a treble-shaping Top End knob and a Midrange control that allows you to tweak your tone from a harmonic-rich blooming overdrive to the original HRM’s iconic throaty rasp. Factor in the V2 version’s premium NOS parts, and it’s clear there’s no monkey business (rubber or otherwise) involved with the J. Rockett Hot Rubber Monkey (HRM) V2 overdrive.





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So, what does the J. Rockett Hot Rubber Monkey (HRM) V2 actually sound like? Just ask guitar luminaries John Mayer, Robben Ford, or Joe Bonamassa ? all three of whom are longtime devotees to the smooth, throaty sound of a roaring D-style amp with the classic HRM tone stack. It’s the perfect median between smooth and raw, with a squishy forward low-mid sound that imparts undeniable energy and liveliness to your tone. Humbucker or single-coil ? this monkey handles all types of pickups with ease. Even Sweetwater’s most selective vintage amp enthusiasts agree that the Hot Rubber Monkey (HRM) V2 authentically captures D-style magic in a simian-themed stompbox.





J. Rockett Hot Rubber Monkey (HRM) V2 Overdrive Pedal Features:


J. Rockett’s classic Hot Rubber Monkey overdrive, supercharged with a revamped voice and control scheme


The result of J. Rockett’s year-long tonal analysis of a true D-style amp with the classic HRM mod


Perfectly captures the vocal-like low-midrange, dynamic range, and rich saturation of the original amplifier


New Midrange and Top End controls better mimic the feel, nuance, and tonal range of an original D-style HRM amplifier


V2 version constructed with premium NOS parts for superior sound