Himmelstrutz
FETTO Jr: Streamlined Overdrive, Pure Natural Tone
GREAT DISTORTION AT ANY VOLUME
Introducing the FETTO Jr., a streamlined overdrive pedal that traces its roots to the original FETTO Nord from 2008. It maintains the same core sound engine but strips away the boost function and the toogle switches for a more straightforward approach. Designed for those who value simplicity and raw tone over unnecessary features, the FETTO Jr. offers just three controls: Drive, Tone, and Volume. With nothing extra to distract, it's all about pure, unfiltered sound. If you're looking for a dependable, no-nonsense overdrive effect that delivers heavy tones without complication, the FETTO Jr. stands out as a top contender.
The Essence of FETTO: Classic Overdrive Tone
Designed to evoke the same timeless tone of its larger sibling, the earlier FETTO Standard or the current FETTO Nord+, but smaller and more focused, the FETTO Jr. offers a similarly powerful overdrive sound. At the very heart of the pedal is a well-crafted overdrive engine without the extra boost. The outcome is something like a beast at work in your service, spewing high-quality tones in a form factor designed for those who need only the essential functions.
Distilled to its essence—the core sound—the FETTO Jr. delivers reliable and full overdrive without which you don't have to compromise on the key features of. All about preserving what's great in the original and just refining down to the bare essentials for ease of use.
Simple Yet Effective Controls
FETTO Jr. offers three essential control knobs to provide all the tonal shaping you'll need:
Drive: In addition to the gain for everything from a slight boost to a full rich gritty overdrive (sounding like a valve amplifuer all the way).
Tone: Passive tone control, refines the character from darker to more sharp/aggressive.
Volume: Sets the output to an appropriate level to be well heard in the mix.
Bypass Flexibility: True or Buffered
Unique to the FETTO Jr. is the option for bypass modes. Via a foot-switch, true bypass—which leaves your tone virgin when the pedal is off—or buffered bypass is easily engaged via a small slide-switch on the side of the pedal. This flexibility in options ensures your signal stays strong even in more complex setups and makes the FETTO Jr. more versatile in a variety of playing situations.
Compact Design Without Sacrifice
Compact in design, FETTO Jr. is cut to fit neatly on your pedalboard without any feeling of waste of space. Small yet durable, its body is made from quality materials fit for practice sessions and live performances easily. Without being too big in size, this pedal doesn't skimp on sound. That does not make it a weakness, rather it is a design decision to remain focused on the very core overdrive without adding unnecessary layers of complexity.
Whether you want to downsize your pedalboard or simply need a no-frills overdrive that's easy to use, the FETTO Jr. fits the bill.
Original Sound, Not Another Clone
The FETTO Jr. isn't yet another variant of the Tube Screamer or another MXR or the DOD Overdrive/Preamp; we have given this pedal family (FETTO Nord+ included) its independent overdrive voice and opened a whole new perspective for the players in search of something different. This is a carefully crafted creation, paying deep attention to ensuring rich, all analog sound without rewriting the classics. If you’re in need of a versatile overdrive that imparts depth and character without all the distractions from superfluous features, then the FETTO Jr. is tailor-made for this.
GREAT DISTORTION AT ANY VOLUME
The FETTO Jr. isn't your typical overdrive/distortionpedal. It's tailored to enrich the distinctive qualities of valve amps, infusing warmth, harmonics, and that sought-after creamy distortion. Paired with our amplifiers, like the Himmelstrutz 8, the Gnome (50) or the Space Gnome (50), it's a perfect complement. These amps don't just imitate; they enhance, bringing out the unique characteristics of valve amps—they may / can replace them. The FETTO Jr. adds depth to these exceptional tones—at Himmelstrutz, touch sensitivity isn't a feature; it's a standard. It captures every nuance in your playing, offering an immersive and expressive musical experience.
Note: If you want similar, great overdrive sounds with more details / control functions—and if you also need a dynamic, good sounding Class A boost added still in a compact package—check out FETTO Nord+!
Non EU=$199 USD
(No Swedish VAT)
EU=€199 EUR
(Swedish VAT included)
($19 USD shipping fee added when checking out via PayPal)
GREAT OVERDRIVE AT ANY VOLUME
FETTO Jr.—great array of musical overdrives at any volume.
1—String separation/definition as a real valve amplifier, all the way from smooth overdrive to heavy distortion (not “Metal”)
2—Never lose the character of your instrument or amplifier—what goes in comes out!
3—Designed to match the volume control on your guitar perfectly!
Most guitar pedals sounds just like that: like a pedal! Not the case with the FETTO’s, they sound and feel like a natural extension of your amp, not a filtered “model” of a specific amp.
If you want similar, great overdrive sounds with more details / control functions—and if you also need a dynamic, good sounding Class A boost added still in a compact package—check out FETTO Nord+!
Non EU=$199 USD
(No Swedish VAT)
EU=€199 EUR
(Swedish VAT included)
($19 USD shipping fee added when checking out via PayPal)
FETTO Jr. Functions+Internals
FETTO Jr. includes a high quality, discrete class A PACO buffer—True Bypass or Buffer mode is switchable from the outside, on the side of the chassis, below the OUT jack.
With this handy box opened you will also find other controls, which may be different from case to case—depending on which version you have!
FETTO Jr. Samples
FETTO Jr. TECHNICALS
Power Consumption
9 V DC/2.5 mA = very low power consumption/no internal battery power possible/available!
AC Adapter (Optional)
5-18 V DC, center-pin negative (Straight plug, BOSS Standard connection, regulated power supply)
Dimensions (L/W/H)
93,0/38,5/47,0 mm (3,66/1,5/1,85 In)—Weight: 225 grams/0,5 lbs
Colour, finish
May vary depending on season and maybe a reason. Dec 2022 and further on: White with grey print. (2024 and furter also a grinded aluminum or white with a black faceplate is available)
FETTO Jr. CONTROLS
PUSH SWITCH
► GIMME—Mechanical switching (true bypass/or buffer*) for the OVERDRIVE circuit: ON=green, blue—or any kind of coloured LED available in the warehouse!
* Slide switch below the output jack for True Bypass or Discrete Buffer (JFET CLASS-A circuit ala PACO)
POTENTIOMETERS
► DRIVE—Amount of overdrive/distortion, very natural, “amp sounding” all the way from lighter/medium/into heavier sounds (but never “Metal”)
► TONE—Higher frequencies tone control (passive)
► VOLUME—Output level (as loud as you’ll need)
INTERNALS *
► 1 x Gain switch/jumper + 2 x Treble Cut switches/jumpers
* The internal controls can be different depending on day and time (version/serial number)
FETTO Jr. As Boost
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Great @ Little Package
Delivered With This Supa Rocker
► Sound and feel and size you have not experienced before
► 1 x printed Owner’s Manual
► 1 x Warranty: The Himmelstrutz Elektro Art products includes a 1 year limited materials- and factory warranty (from delivery date). The warranty does not include batteries and consumables. Product service is free of charge during the warranty time. The warranty does not include errors due to product modifications, internal adjustments, disassembly, negligence/violence, incorrect power supply usage/incorrect connections or thunder. Shipping costs in non warranty cases is on the product owner