Colour Box V2
By JHS Pedals
A studio-grade DI preamp, EQ, and distortion generator built to replicate the sound of a direct-in recording through a vintage console.
About this pedal
The Colour Box V2 is JHS’s tone-shaping DI preamp — used on records by U2, Wilco, and Spoon — with expanded EQ, a Hi/Lo headroom switch, phantom power pass-through, and a five-step gain control that runs from clean boost through to fuzz, for guitar, bass, vocals, or full mixes.
Quick answers
- How much does the Colour Box V2 cost?
- JHS Pedals lists it at $449 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Colour Box V2 still available?
- Yes. JHS Pedals lists it as a current model that's available to order.
- Who makes the Colour Box V2?
- JHS Pedals, building gear since 2007. Where it's built: Built at the JHS production facility in the Kansas City area. It's listed here as a preamp pedal.
- What warranty does JHS Pedals offer?
- 4-year limited warranty on parts and internal components (6 months for 3 Series pedals and DIY kits), non-transferable and activated by registering online. US warranty repairs are free including return shipping, with prepaid labels in the first 30 days. International repairs carry a $25 return shipping fee. Physical abuse, trim-pot tampering and outside modifications are not covered. Out-of-warranty repairs are available at reasonable rates.