Foxgear Vintage Distortion Effects Pedal - RATS

Foxgear RATS Vintage Distortion Effects Pedal

Classic old-school distortion character with simple control and a compact pedalboard footprint

The Foxgear RATS Vintage Distortion Effects Pedal is designed for players who want a familiar old-school distortion voice in a simple, compact format. Foxgear describes it as being inspired by more than 30 years of vintage distortion tone, while using a noise-free and transparent circuit that stays respectful of your core guitar sound. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Vintage-style distortion with practical shaping

With controls for Filter, Gain, and Volume, the RATS gives players a straightforward way to shape distortion intensity, overall output, and top-end response. Foxgear specifically identifies the Filter control as a passive EQ filter, making it easy to move from tighter, sharper drive sounds to thicker and smoother distortion textures. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Compact format for everyday rigs

The published Foxgear specifications list the RATS in the brand’s compact enclosure format, measuring 60 mm wide, 120 mm long, and 30 mm high, with a weight of 0.2 kg. It also uses standard 9 to 12VDC negative-tip power and true bypass operation, making it easy to integrate into common pedalboard setups. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Why choose the Foxgear RATS Vintage Distortion Effects Pedal

This pedal is a strong choice for players who want classic distortion character without a complicated control set. Its vintage-inspired voicing, transparent circuit approach, compact size, and true bypass operation make it a practical option for guitarists who want a dependable distortion pedal for rehearsal, recording, and stage use. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Specifications

• Effect type: Vintage distortion
• Controls: Filter, Gain, Volume
• Filter control: Passive EQ filter
• Bypass: True bypass
• Power input: 9 to 12VDC, negative tip
• Current draw at 9V: <100 mA
• Input impedance: <=1 M Ohm
• Output impedance: <=10 K Ohm
• Signal-to-noise ratio: <70 dB
• Width: 60 mm
• Length: 120 mm
• Height: 30 mm
• Weight: 0.2 kg