JHS Angry Charlie V3 Distortion Guitar Effects Pedal | Roxy Music

Overview

The JHS Angry Charlie V3 is a high-gain British amp-in-a-box, inspired by the roar of classic hot-rodded Marshall-style amplifiers. With powerful saturation, tight low end, and a full 3-band EQ, the Angry Charlie V3 gives players complete control over their gain structure and tone. Whether you're dialing in chunky rhythm distortion or soaring lead tones, this pedal drops iconic British crunch straight into any guitar effects setup.

Key Features

• British high-gain amp-style distortion
• Full 3-band EQ (Bass, Middle, Treble) for detailed tone shaping
• Tight, articulate low end perfect for rhythm work
• Responsive and dynamic feel with plenty of harmonic content
• Ideal as a main distortion or stacked with boosts
• Soft-touch bypass switching
• Made in the USA

Why We Love It at Roxy Music

The Angry Charlie V3 is one of the most convincing high-gain amp-in-a-box pedals available. It produces thick, musical distortion that remains articulate—even at saturated settings. The 3-band EQ adds versatility, making it easy to tailor your sound for worship, modern rock, alternative, metal-adjacent tones, or powerful lead work. Pair it with other JHS pedals to build a flexible, stacked gain section.

Tech Specs

• Effect Type: Distortion / Amp-in-a-box
• Controls: Volume, Drive, Bass, Middle, Treble
• Bypass: Soft-touch switching
• Power: 9VDC center-negative (100mA min)
• Dimensions: Standard compact JHS enclosure
• Included: Pedal and documentation (power supply not included)

Who Is This Pedal For?

• Players chasing British high-gain amp tones
• Worship guitarists needing tight, articulate drive
• Rock and alternative players wanting saturated crunch
• Lead players looking for strong mid presence and sustain
• Anyone wanting a versatile distortion that sits well in a mix

Explore more options in our full selection of distortion, overdrive, boost, and fuzz pedals.

Shipping & Setup at Roxy Music

Every pedal we sell is inspected, tested, and securely packed by musicians who care. Need help wiring or powering your pedalboard? Visit the Roxy Music Repair Department for pedalboard setup, wiring, and power configuration.