Wampler Ratsbane Distortion Pedal
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The Wampler Ratsbane is Brian Wampler's take on an infamous circuit from a classic 1980s high-gain distortion pedal, built as a single-pedal solution running from light overdrive through to full, saturated fuzz. Turning the distortion control down gives a deep, powerful gain boost, while cranking it up brings out rich harmonic overtones and a throaty, fuzz-like distortion; the filter control cuts through the mix with high-frequency attack when turned counter-clockwise, or rolls off the top for a warmer, buttery tone when turned clockwise. A 3-way Gain switch adds two extra gain stages beyond the stock setting, and a Voice switch tightens the distortion for a more modern, higher-gain tone.
Highlights
- Based on an infamous circuit from a classic 1980s high-gain distortion pedal
- Ranges from a deep gain boost with distortion rolled off to rich, throaty fuzz-like distortion when cranked
- Filter control cuts through the mix with high-frequency attack, or rolls off the top for a warmer tone
- 3-way Gain switch adds two extra turbocharged gain stages beyond the stock setting
- Voice switch tightens the distortion for a more modern, higher-gain tone
- Socketed op-amp IC lets experienced modders swap in an LM308 chip (not recommended for novices)
Specifications
| Effect Type | Distortion |
| Controls | Volume, Distortion, Filter (rotary), 3-way Gain switch, 2-way Voice switch |
| Bypass | True bypass |
| Power Supply | 9V-18V DC power jack (no battery connector); do not exceed 18V DC |
| Current Draw | 2.5mA at 9V, 3.2mA at 18V |
| Dimensions | 38.1mm x 88.9mm x 38.1mm (height excludes knobs and switches) |
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