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The Joker came from the idea, “what happens if you add controlled distortion to a normally clean booster?”. To achieve this we added an FET based 12AX7 valve simulation with the aim of sounding similar to an overdriven single valve combo.
However, on building a prototype it was found that the pedal had more uses than first envisaged. Firstly, it can do the “small amp tone” as expected. So in “dirt” mode anything from a “warm boost” to a “flat out tweed”. So jazz to blues covered.
A second range (“filth”) was added to allow gain / distortion for rock fans.
Third (unexpected) way of using it is as a boost for a conventional amp but with the added bonus of adding additional harmonic content / tone shaping before hitting the front end of the amp. This gives heavy rock fans the tones they are always looking for.
The green halo light ring installed diffuses the light when playing live, avoiding being blinded by the standard LEDs just as you are about to go into that all important solo thus giving a larger area to see where the pedal is located easily on the pedal board on darkened stages. The addition of the aluminium foot topper gives you more real estate for contact when switching the pedal on and off during quick changes when playing live.
Volume: Controls the volume level of the effect allowing you to cut or push the gain of your amplifier.
Gain: Controls the amount of distortion depending on the position of the toggle switch. In dirt mode it goes from clean to crunch and filth mode allows you to go from crunch to heavily distorted.
Tone: Controls the amount of treble/bass. Fully anti clockwise is max bass boost, mid position gives you a nice lift in the mid ranges and fully clockwise is full treble boost.
Toggle Switch: Selects between “Dirt” and “Filth” settings
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All Flattley “Platinum Range” pedals are hand processed in our Flattley paint shop. The bare aluminium enclosure is abraded prior to painting with the etch primer. The etch primer acts as a anti corrosive layer and allows the primer to bond to the enclosure ensuring a tough resilient paint finish.
Multiple coats of base coat primer are applied which are then lightly abraded to remove any blemishes or paint speckles prior to the application of the base colour. We apply several coats of base colour until an even coverage occurs and the base colour develops rich smooth depth. Metallic holographic chrome flake is then applied using a clear inter coat which adds that all important Flattley sparkle.
The pedal enclosure is now ready to be hydro dipped in its Flattley graphics. This is the process whereby the graphics are applied using water activated film, the residual PVA film is then washed off and the enclosure is then allowed to dry naturally.
Once dried the lacquer process begins. Each “Flattley Platinum” pedal has a minimum of three coats of lacquer which are all wet sanded between coats. Once the lacquer has hardened, it is then hand polished using three different grades of polishing compounds and it then has a final polish to achieve a high gloss finish using a wool finishing pad. This process gives the smooth deep lustre finish that is inherent in all Flattley Guitar and Bass effects pedals.
All our pedals are handmade, hand wired, boutique custom guitar and bass pedal effects manufactured in the UK using only the highest quality components ensuring every aspect of our pedal’s build process results in a truly outstanding product.
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Daniel Mincher –
Very fortunate to get my hands on the Joker pre-release and it’s just amazing! Such a brilliant tone and it has to be one of the best looking pedals around. As soon as I tested the prototype at the London Guitar Show I made sure one of these ended up on my board.
BZ to Paul and the team
Paul Flattley –
We are really happy new “The Joker” product is working well for you and we have been totally blown away how this product has turned out. Its a fantastic pedal and sure it will give you great service for a very long time. Many thanks, best regards Paul
Thomas Manitta –
This Thing is so versatile! You can get everything from tweedy rhythm to sirious lead tones and you always know, wether it´s on or not – even in the sunlight. And for sure it is one of the coolest looking padels! Danger of addiction!
Paul Flattley –
Thank you for the very kind words Thomas and we are glad that you love your “The Joker” pedal. Keep rocking, regards Paul