JHS Violet – Lari Basilio Signature Distortion/Overdrive Pedal – Purple | Roxy Music

Overview

The JHS Violet, designed with guitarist Lari Basilio, blends expressive overdrive with dynamic distortion to deliver clarity, sustain, and musical response at every gain level. From articulate rhythm tones to powerful lead saturation, the Violet is built for worship, instrumental, pop, and rock styles. Its responsive EQ and touch-sensitive feel make it a standout gain stage in any guitar effects setup.

Key Features

• Signature distortion/overdrive crafted with Lari Basilio
• Articulate, dynamic gain structure
• Wide tonal range from low-gain breakup to full saturation
• EQ and gain controls for precise shaping
• Compact, pedalboard-friendly enclosure
• Soft-touch bypass switching
• Handmade in the USA

Why We Love It at Roxy Music

The Violet captures the clarity and expressive control that define Lari Basilio’s tone. It responds beautifully to picking dynamics, volume knob adjustments, and stacks naturally with other drives, reverbs, and delays. Pair it with other JHS pedals for a refined, professional-feeling gain section.

Tech Specs

• Effect Type: Distortion/Overdrive
• Controls: Volume, Gain, EQ
• Bypass: Soft-touch switching
• Power: 9VDC center-negative (100mA min)
• Dimensions: Compact JHS enclosure
• Included: Pedal and documentation (power supply not included)

Who Is This Pedal For?

• Players wanting articulate modern gain tones
• Worship guitarists who need expressive, clear overdrive
• Instrumental and fusion players seeking dynamic response
• Rock and pop guitarists looking for tight, controlled distortion
• Fans of Lari Basilio’s signature tone

Looking for more options? Explore 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 our team of musicians. Need help wiring or powering your board? Visit the Roxy Music Repair Department for pedalboard setup, wiring, and power solutions.