ProCo FAT RAT Distortion Pedal
Bigger and better upgrade on the classic fuzzy distortion
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SKU: FATRAT
The ProCo Fat Rat is a beefier, feature-filled upgrade on the classic distortion stompbox every rock guitarist should have in their sonic arsenal. You get way more tonal variety, plus that highly sought-after Whiteface Rat sound collectors love to recreate.
The special Whiteface sound
Why would you want the Fat Rat over the standard fuzz/distortion hybrid? So the Fat Rat isn't just an ordinary Rat with more controls; it's actually based on the legendary Whiteface model created in the mid-eighties at the peak of ProCo's influence. This is what many consider to be the foundation of the perfect grimy-sounding Rat. Dark and mysterious with the gain set low and absolutely searing set above 2 o'clock. A massive part of grunge and emo music culture.
Expanded Features
You'll notice two additional switches you don't find on the stock Rat. You now get a choice of silicon clipping like the classic pedal, as well as a brand new mosfet/germanium clipping. Switch over for a lower mids scoop and high-mids smoothing, which sets the pedal to resemble an amp's natural gain staging.
The second switch is the reason for the name: the Fat setting. It significantly boosts the bass and cuts the highs, making it far more useable for lower tunings, bass guitar and generally gives it warmer overdrive sound.
Key Features
- 100% analog signal path
- Classic, virtually indestructible steel enclosure
- Heavy-duty, industrial footswitches, knobs, and jacks
- On/Off LED indicator
- Military-spec glass-epoxy circuit board
- “No tools required” battery compartment (battery not included)
- Five year limited warranty
- 2.1mm standard barrel jack (9 or 18V operation)
Finance available at checkout for orders £300+
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It's simple! Just add the products you want to your basket and click the "Checkout" button in your basket. Go through the checkout process and tick the "Finance" option under "Select Your Payment Method". You can then choose which finance term you'd like to apply for, and change your deposit if you wish.
At the end of the checkout you'll be taken to the V12 Finance web site. This is where your finance application is processed. Assuming your application is accepted you'll be able to place your deposit and confirm your order right there.
Then, your order will come through to Andertons and we'll send you the goods. Get approval before 3pm and we'll send your order out the same working day (stock permitting) for next working day delivery!
Who can apply for finance?
You must: spend over £300, be at least 18 years of age, have been a UK resident for 3 years or more, be able to make repayments by Direct Debit, be in regular employment (minimum of 16 hours per week) including self-employment, or in permanent residence with your partner who is in regular employment.
Read More About Online FinanceAndertons Music Company's Registered Office: 58-59 Woodbridge Road, Guildford, GU1 4RF. Andertons Music Company acts as a credit broker and not a lender and only offers credit products from Secure Trust Bank PLC trading as V12 Retail Finance. Not all products offered by Secure Trust Bank PLC are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Andertons Music Company is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, firm registration number 716155. Credit provided subject to age and status.