JHS Charlie Brown V4 Channel Drive Pedal | Roxy Music

Overview

The JHS Charlie Brown V4 captures the sound and feel of iconic British amplifiers, delivering rich midrange, crunchy overdrive, and responsive touch sensitivity. Designed to emulate the tone of a classic JTM45-style amp, the V4 offers versatile gain that moves easily from warm breakup to full, harmonically rich drive. It is an excellent choice for rock, worship, alternative, and blues players who want amp-like character in a compact format for their guitar effects setup.

Key Features

• British amp-style drive based on classic JTM45 tones
• Dynamic response with strong mid presence
• Three-band EQ for powerful tone sculpting
• Cleans up naturally with your guitar volume
• Works well as a main gain stage or stacked drive
• Compact, USA-made construction
• Soft-touch bypass switching

Why We Love It at Roxy Music

The Charlie Brown V4 has the warmth, crunch, and expressive feel of a true vintage British amp. It responds beautifully to picking dynamics and pairs perfectly with boosts, delay, reverb, and other JHS pedals. For guitarists wanting an amp-like drive that sits well in any mix, the V4 is a standout choice.

Tech Specs

• Effect Type: Overdrive / Amp-style drive
• Controls: Volume, Drive, Bass, Middle, Treble
• Power: 9VDC center-negative (100mA min)
• Bypass: Soft-touch switching
• Dimensions: Compact JHS enclosure
• Included: Pedal and documentation (power supply not included)

Who Is This Pedal For?

• Rock players wanting classic British drive
• Worship guitarists seeking expressive, mid-focused gain
• Blues and alternative musicians needing amp-like response
• Players wanting a flexible main gain stage
• Fans of vintage British crunch tones

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Shipping & Setup at Roxy Music

Every pedal is inspected, tested, and securely packed by our team of musicians. We ship fast and offer full support. Need help wiring or powering your setup? Visit the Roxy Music Repair Department for pedalboard assistance and installation.