The JHS Ross Fuzz is a JHS Pedals fuzz pedal, currently around $109.25. Close alternatives include the Electro-Harmonix 1973 Violet Ram's Head Big Muff Pi V2 and the Electro-Harmonix Satisfaction. It pairs well with the Magnatone 280 and the Fender Vibrolux 6G11.
JHS Ross Fuzz
JHS Pedals · pedal
The JHS Ross Fuzz is a faithful recreation of the vintage Ross Fuzz, a relatively rare fuzz pedal from the late 1970s that produced a distinctive fuzz character specific to the Ross circuit topology. JHS researches and recreates vintage pedal circuits as part of their product philosophy, providing modern players access to historically significant fuzz tones without sourcing fragile or expensive original vintage units. The Ross Fuzz character suits blues, classic rock, and experimental fuzz applications.
- fuzz
- modern
- vintage
- classic rock
- response
- reliable
- consistent
- touring
Price updated Aug 27, 2026
Genres the JHS Ross Fuzz is commonly used in
- Classic Rock
- Blues
- Alternative Rock
- Experimental
- Stoner Rock
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Inferred from shared tonal signals, not a stated genre tag. - Noise Rock
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Inferred from shared tonal signals, not a stated genre tag.
Amps that pair well with the JHS Ross Fuzz
Magnatone 280
Magnatone
20% matchMagnatone 280 stacks modulated on top of the fuzzy already here
Fender Vibrolux 6G11
amplifier
20% matchRun fuzzy into Fender Vibrolux 6G11 for more modulated on top
Gibson Les Paul LP-1 Preamp
Gibson
tonal matchGibson Les Paul LP-1 Preamp layers modulated onto an already fuzzy signal
Pedals that stack with the JHS Ross Fuzz
Cordovox FL-8
Cordovox
22% matchKeep JHS Ross Fuzz's fuzzy voice out front: Cordovox FL-8 goes after JHS Ross Fuzz in the signal chain so its modulated voice doesn't muddy it
Walrus Audio Ages
Walrus Audio
19% matchPut Walrus Audio Ages in front and the fuzzy tone leans further toward clean boost
Aguilar Octamizer (Bass Octaver)
Aguilar
18% matchAguilar Octamizer (Bass Octaver) stacks octave on top of the fuzzy already here
Pigtronix Echolution
Pigtronix
13% matchPut Pigtronix Echolution after JHS Ross Fuzz in the signal chain, clear of JHS Ross Fuzz's own gain stage — goes in the amp's FX loop (or last, into a clean amp)
Walrus Audio Melee Wall of Noise Black
Walrus Audio
13% matchRun Walrus Audio Melee Wall of Noise Black after JHS Ross Fuzz in the signal chain, clear of JHS Ross Fuzz's own gain stage — goes in the amp's FX loop (or last, into a clean amp)
Jackson Audio Bloom V2 Compressor/EQ
Jackson Audio
11% matchJackson Audio Bloom V2 Compressor/EQ's own transparent character is the real reason this is worth trying
SolidGoldFX Oblivion
Solidgoldfx
tonal matchRun fuzzy into SolidGoldFX Oblivion for more octave on top
Caroline Guitar Company Parabola State Tremolo
Caroline Guitar Company
tonal matchRun fuzzy into Caroline Guitar Company Parabola State Tremolo for more clean boost on top
Cheaper alternatives
Boutique & premium upgrades
JHS Pedals JHS Muffuletta
JHS Pedals
69% similarityShared character: big_muff, original, fuzz
EarthQuaker Devices Hoof Hybrid Fuzz
EarthQuaker Devices
69% similarityShared character: big_muff, fuzz, classic_rock
Dunlop Screamadelica Fuzz Face Distortion
Dunlop
68% similarityShared character: fuzz, response, classic_rock
Tru-Fi Floyd Fuzz
Tru Fi
68% similarityShared character: big_muff, original, fuzz
Roger Mayer Visage 45
Roger Mayer
94% similaritysimilar tone character
MXR CSP038 Brown Acid Fuzz
MXR
94% similaritysimilar tone character
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Electro-Harmonix 1973 Violet Ram's Head Big Muff Pi V2
Electro-Harmonix
71% similarityShared character: 1960s, big_muff, fuzz
Electro-Harmonix Satisfaction
Electro-Harmonix
70% similarityShared character: 1960s, big_muff, fuzz
EarthQuaker Devices Hoof
EarthQuaker Devices
69% similarityShared character: big_muff, fuzz, alternative
Ibanez 850 Fuzz Mini
Ibanez
68% similarityShared character: 1960s, blues_players, fuzz
Fuzzrocious Grey Stache
Fuzzrocious
67% similarityShared character: big_muff, fuzz, alternative
Jackson Audio Fuzz Plug IN Fuzz Classic Modern
Jackson Audio
94% similaritysimilar tone character
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Questions people ask
What are good alternatives to the JHS Ross Fuzz?+
The closest matches in character are the Electro-Harmonix 1973 Violet Ram's Head Big Muff Pi V2, the Electro-Harmonix Satisfaction, the EarthQuaker Devices Hoof. Budget picks: Jackson Audio Fuzz Page MKII- Plug -IN, Electro-Harmonix Russian Big Muff Pi Fuzz Distortion. Boutique upgrades: JHS Pedals JHS Muffuletta, EarthQuaker Devices Hoof Hybrid Fuzz, Dunlop Screamadelica Fuzz Face Distortion.
What pairs well with the JHS Ross Fuzz?+
Strong matches from rig and tone-complementarity evidence: Magnatone 280, Fender Vibrolux 6G11, Gibson Les Paul LP-1 Preamp — Magnatone 280 stacks modulated on top of the fuzzy already here.
How much does the JHS Ross Fuzz cost?+
Around $109.25 (live listing price, updated Aug 27, 2026).
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