The History of JHS Pedals

Every superhero or villain has an origin story. We're still not sure where Josh lands on that spectrum (a villainous hero? A heroic villain? The plucky comic relief?), but this is his story. Really, it's our story, because this is the week that we dare to ask the question: "Who is JHS Pedals?"
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JHS Fresh Clips: / @jhsfreshclips7880
5:00 Jackson, MS
10:50 Tupelo, MS (Pink Palace)
12:37 Stamps
19:00 Ecru, MS
21:51 The Move to Kansas City
23:46 Kansas City, MO (711 Main)
28:50 Current Building
33:27 Thanks for Watching!
#jhs #thejhsshow

[@kassandjohnbolles3522]

I find it unsettling that he never really did answer the question about where he was during the Wall Street crash of 1929.

[@zaloo]

yeah. he said "eternity". pretty obscuritanist. wooo.

[@kassandjohnbolles3522]

@@zaloo Right on.

[@TempoDrift1480]

There's just no transparency

[@kassandjohnbolles3522]

@@TempoDrift1480 Preach!

[@jhspedals]

👀

[@gustavoberocan]

Amazing episode! JHS must put the sound of that tunnel in a "The tunnel" reverb pedal. But it have to be stereo just to us to see Josh demoing it and saying "I don't really care about stereo".

[@hotwax5623]

Upvote ^^^

[@DavidParker]

Yes!! Please!!!

[@desmondcole4300]

this is absolutely necessary!

[@davidpekarsky2977]

I’d buy it.

[@iancraigen]

Green Tunnel Reverb

[@patrickmunger6963]

You need to create a pedal that replicate the reverb effect from that tunnel!

[@jimthecraftyguitarist878]

JHS TunnelVerb pedal!

[@skylarcarlson7745]

Awesome idea

[@tricky6744]

Now I need to find a tunnel to play in.

[@adriansperling5012]

We’ve had spring, plate, hall, shimmer… and now creepy damp tunnel.

[@Mountvienna]

first find a stamp for that

[@jasonbrucemusic]

Worked at Fondren Guitars back in the day, had Josh mod my TS9 & DL4. Day 1 fan.

[@destroyerjazz]

Josh's senior photo is giving off some major Matt Saracen from Friday Night Lights vibes

[@chadm4976]

What a great story! Just bought a Morning Glory. Have a lot of downtime waiting for my broken ankle to heal and stumbled on your videos. I binge watched for three days 😵‍💫 I love a good American Dream story, congratulations on your success!

[@joshuahek4564]

6:10 This part made me remember how much I miss Radio Shack.

[@PrincePloppy]

Nick... it is too weird. Hahaha This show is legendary!

[@peterb7435]

Nice job on this piece

[@nubiroru132]

I need to grind harder. Thanks for sharing

[@ideitbawxproductions1880]

I don't know what a "Farticles" pedal would sound like, but you just created the best word in the English language, and there needs to be a pedal for it

[@jhspedals]

oh man... we talk about farticles at the shop a lot. it's the poopy air that whooshes up from the toilet when you flush.

[@Ra-gv6lx]

Lol 1929, the interview for all time. Great content 👍

[@AdamGarrett72]

Thanks!

[@svendallai]

Thank you for this moment of history, really appreciated. But where are the bass players, have been part of this world? Addison rebel you !!! No, seriously, I'm always well served when I ask a question about bass. Like the JhS Spliter question I asked this week. Keep up the good jobs guys and girls ! And the tall guys, begin to play bass!

[@calebgrundyson2688]

Great Video!

[@markpickardlife]

Good show.

[@jerryvahnknight218]

Now that you’re apart of my family and it’s not totally weird, can you babysit? It’s just while I go get a new JHS pedal and won’t take that long! …I swear.

[@meenxburi]

There's no sound of pedals on this clip. But a lot of fun, thank JSH 🎛

[@abcrx32j]

JHS? Never heard of them, it appears to be an interesting brand, i might check them out

[@trintdaddylandis]

jhs is a company that makes pretty good clones.

[@jhspedals]

Why, thank you :)

[@CHRlSBLAlN]

Less than 2 minutes in, and I'm already convinced. I don't know what I'm convinced of, but I'm convinced

[@jordansmith444]

Tred brundy. I’m convinced

[@gummyshark8311]

I am convinced that you are convinced

[@mattdoliver1984]

I’m not easily convinced but you’ve convinced me that your convinced

[@andrewbarb9768]

At least we’re all on the same page. We’re convinced.

[@mattdoliver1984]

Hmmmmm Convincing

[@ImNotOld_ImVintage]

What I really get out of this is that Josh's wife and her family are the heroes that embraced Josh's obsession and gave all sorts of support to help get him from struggling startup to successful company. Maybe take her on a nice vacation away from the cold winter of Kansas City.

[@kringekiddo8492]

As a young (16) pedal builder, youve been my biggest inspiration. When I was 13, I asked my dad if he could buy me some pedals. He told me that i should try to build some myself. Since then Ive built 30-40 pedals and a eurorack synth. When I discovered you and your show I immediatly fell in love. Thank you for everything Josh, youre the person i want to become one day.

[@baoboumusic]

That's awesome. Good luck!!

Keep doing what you do, I'm proud of you.

[@shaunstarnes7671]

Dude that's so awesome!

[@astral_brain]

Plot twist: your dad is Josh.

[@lazylion420]

30 to 40 pedals on your own?? such a cool story! imagine my disappoint when I went to your channel and discovered only a single upload entitled CUCUMBERS.MP4 🥲

[@rickmcginnis]

Josh needs to design a reverb pedal around that tunnel. "The Tunnel."

[@fedup3449]

I think "Underpass" would be catchier, nay, more marketable.

[@SrBarbasmusic]

“Deep hole” 🫣

[@beavcleav3086]

"Stink pipe"

[@DerekRonin]

"Tunnel Vision"

[@ynotds6205]

Where can I buy it?

[@jloiben12]

“Is JHS just a tall man with weird hobbies?” Yes. Yes he is. And the world is better off for it

[@stanislavmigra]

Madman with a box :D

[@TinyLegs15243]

"Or is it darker and more insidious?" Also Yes?

[@MrFuzzySimpleton]

I love this company…. Bought 3 JHS pedals last year because of watching their show and appreciating how they represent all pedals and the industry…..thanks y’all

[@chrislamaster3816]

Same, but I got the double barrel, so technically 2. 🤪

[@Michjoh2001]

JHS took over my board. I bought the morning glory v4 and it’s spiraled to adding the lucky cat, unicorn, and supreme fuzz to my board

[@FreddyFuFu]

I got the Angry Driver last year... what a nice pedal.

[@brianvankley3529]

Me too! 3 series Fuzz and Reverb, and a Kodiak. Plus the show inspired me to buy my first boss pedal ever!

[@jhspedals]

Thank you!!!!

[@jackhall1392]

I grew up in Ecru! This is absolutely unbelievable to me. I worked at McCoy’s Grocery on main street for 5 years. Insane that there was a time that Josh was essentially in my back yard. Wild.

[@PooNinja]

It always starts with a “weird kid” pretty soon they have a factory full of like minded Weird kids making awesome stuff for other weird kids. Normals scare me with thier milquetoast blank eyes. Keep it Weird! I miss radio shack 😖 surfing the digikey website isn’t the same as being able to bring a meter in and test and match all your components in a dirty lil strip mall.

[@noblerecords]

Amazing, inspiring! Thanks for the recap! Glad I got the chance to trade pedals for records back in the day! Still have a giant all JHS pedalboard! Hopefully Josh still has some of the records 🤣

[@jhspedals]

🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@ModernKaveman]

I loved everything about this episode! The 60 minutes style opening, the story, the conclusion....everything! It made me incredibly proud to own a few JHS pedals in my pedal arsenal that I am slowly building. I am sure I will buy more JHS Pedals in the near future! I actually felt a little bad because I remember way back in the day that Josh was selling a modded Big Muff, I believe, and I did not have the funds to buy and it sold out before I saved up enough. . I think it was in that period where Josh was overwhelmed and working 18 hours a day in a shed. But I am supporting yall now! :) The one thing I really like about the JHS story is that Josh truly paid his dues and now he is enjoying the fruits of his labor. I mean come on, did Josh ever really think he would be part of the Guiness Book of World Records biggest pedal board or work on a musical about pedals?? And now he has! But what I really loved in this story is Josh acknowledging that JHS is just a name now where he has built an incredible team of individuals to bring JHS to the masses (and not burn himself out). Truly Josh is an American success story! Also I just also want to give a shoutout to Nick and whoever else that produces these videos. I have a background in TV and I can safely say that these videos are some of the best videos on KZbin! Truly a pleasure to watch every time. Also let me just give a shout out to the whole JHS company! Y'all are incredible in what you do day in and day out! I say all this to say, "Long Live, JHS! "

[@SuiGenerisMan]

Do a documentary about how a bunch of dudes from the super south managed not to have any southern accent or grow up to sound like a bunch of hicks. Being from Texas myself, I thought I was an anomaly to not sound as stupid as all my friends.

[@xb5883]

Best thing about Josh is while growing his own business, he has spent time educating musicians about pedal and amp circuits and how each one affects their sound, which is a huge contribution to humanity!

[@davidburns862]

I literally love watching your videos. But this is this best one by far. I love the behind the scenes small detals of how you’ve gotten to be where you are now. From humble beginnings to becoming a major leader in the custom pedal business. You and your JHS family are awesome!! Plus, you’re funny.

[@hotwax5623]

One of the greatest JHS history videos ever! I absolutely loved this, really makes the show feel so human and connecting. Love the way you guys have stuck it out this far, your now an amazing product/family that can actually connect with customers and individuals that love the interests. I'm hoping to buy a JHS compressor soon, would the JHS 3 series compressor be more more limited if I got that over the PulpNPeel?

[@ericwarrington6650]

This is where the integrity began as you have paid your dues Josh... really a fantastic success story and knowing what you've been through to get it is inspiring.. which is what u are all about providing guitar players with w your pedals to begin with..hats off to you.. enjoy your life..! Make us more killer stuff!..,🙏🎸🎶🤪🔥

[@RobertKeeleyTV]

I really loved hearing your story Josh! I remember seeing the Tupelo Press picture of you and thinking man this guy is so young! I think everyone in the effect world is so glad you went down the electronics/modification/pedals/business-building rabbit hole! Indeed, you're a multiplicative factor in the effects world, so much more than just the simple assimilation of great branding and awesome sounding pedals.

[@faroutmayt]

I loved this! Please consider doing an episode interviewing Andy Martin, and his importance and contribution to the pedal and gear community/industry.

[@tomnaumann2104]

Agreed. Just in case you are unaware, That Pedal Show had a great Andy episode. Worth the watch.

[@wampler_pedals]

An Andy episode would be great!

[@jeffboles2470]

I would love to see a little series with the Josh types of the industry. These are the real MVP’s of the pedal explosion of the last 10 to 20 years.

[@feddomeijerwiersma6955]

Andy is an excellent basketball referee.

[@cartoonvillains7080]

What I have learned by 3:29: - this should have been a musical. - something happened at Josh’s graduation that stopped his ageing. - Josh is freakishly tall.

[@hball6695]

Josh told me not to say anything but it's the monkey gland extract...don't tell anybody, okay?

[@cartoonvillains7080]

@@hball6695 the secret ingredient in early JHS pedals too huh?

[@vladv5126]

It's the eyebrows, man. People don't realize that it's the eyebrows that make people age. Shave those puppies off.

[@cartoonvillains7080]

@@vladv5126 between illicit monkey hormones and eyebrow topiary I’ve been missing out on a lot. Clearly, I have some work to do…

[@ngutierrezpuenteP]

Esperando el viernes de JHS. Una buena cerveza y a disfrutar. Que gran programa.

[@jhspedals]

🥰

[@muirestudio2453]

Lo mismo por aquí, compañero.

[@ngutierrezpuenteP]

@@muirestudio2453 nada mejor para terminar la semana.

[@churro_gonzalez]

Because of their KZbin vids, I bought myself a JHS pedal. They rarely promote their products and rather review other pedal companies’ pedals. What a wholesome way to promote their company.

[@bradencampbell6185]

This is the exact reason I will never sell my morning glory and it will always be on my board

[@TheRustyAntlers]

I mention that all the time when I talk to people about this channel. It's awesome to mention that every episode isn't just a JHS commercial or a Demo. I'm not a hard core pedal user, but I come back to this channel all the time to see people genuinely excited to talk about stuff the people around them are doing, even if it could influence someone to spend their money elsewhere.

[@TheBaller67]

I have only 2 JHS pedals, but they are both in the ALWAYS ON category! The Whitey Tighty, and the Prestige, they bookend the rest of my board with the Whitey Tighty keeping the junk in place from the start, and the Prestige sending it buffered and boosted out the end. Love the playfulness of the pedals, they are reflections of the playfulness that comes from the people who make them. Keep that spirit flowing! Listen to Safeword!

[@stevescuba1978]

The "whitey tightly keeps the junk in place" line had me rolling!

[@MrTylero28]

You guys deserve every single ounce of success! Keep up the hard work because it’s Obviously working for y’all

[@stratosexual1329]

You need to do a show about nick! I had no idea he was so deep in the story of JHS.

[@jeffboles2470]

For real! This episode made me love Nick so much! Everybody needs a Nick or two in their life.

[@DRChevalier]

Thank you for a fine episode. I know I am in the minority, but I prefer these structured shows to the live stream stuff. Thank you for the excellent products and wishing you all great success.

[@lobster4501]

Favorite pale person

[@thenameless3271]

I like how Josh's accent comes out a little stronger when he's home ❤

[@jhspedals]

😂

[@jts3339]

I’ve been inspired by this. I’m quitting my job and starting my own company to compete with JHS. On second thought, starting a pedal company is INSANE…

[@ericwarrington6650]

New jhs line of vintage pedals....the "711 MAIN" collection....early spec reissues complete w original design and modern switch... 😂....you're welcome everyone...lol...

[@mikemorrisonmusic]

I love it 🥳. I’ve purchased many JHS pedals and will continue to support your amazing company!

[@kristopherdetar4346]

Much respect now knowing how you built this company. Truly the American Dream rolled out on video. Very very cool, thank you for making it.

[@pavelderyabin7167]

Ребята, это потрясающая история! Вы офигенные! История очень трогательная.

[@dmac4793]

Great Story!....luv Josh's company , these guys are hilarious , down to earth , they have very nice cool jams...Josh make a pedal ...called PEDALS ..put a pic of a Bike on it.....ummmmm make it a reverse chorus treble booster🤗

[@robpiculell9993]

At 73 years of age, you guys have become part of my rock revival. I’m heading down the rabbit hole to choose a stamp to put on my Harmonic Trem. Wishing you heath happiness and continued success. Rob

[@MusicTopTen]

Got a funny story about pedal modding…back in the day I needed a particular cap to try on a Tube Screamer mod. Walked into Radio Shack. Found the part and start talking with the guy behind the counter. He says billionaire Ross Perot was just in the store looking for a multimeter. Perot had pulled up in a beat up van. Perot refused to buy the multimeter when he discovered it didn’t come with batteries. Oh the days of modding and Radio Shack…

[@christianwheeler3636]

Gandalf and Frodo in that wide shot. I mean that in the most respectful and loving of ways. So glad you guys found eachother. I've spent like 1400 dollars on jhs pedals and now feel like I should go buy the packrat becauseof that comment.. ok doing that now.

[@SomeStayDry]

its so strange to see them standing and moving around like real people

[@srvmotoman]

This is what the show needed. A history lesson on JHS Pedals. Please make this a reoccurring thing. Say every 2-3 years. It's important to the history of effects pedals fo sho!

[@eldude-iv8dw]

I really enjoyed this, thank you for making these vids. Also your customer support/repair team are excellent. JHS for life!

[@daniellarson3068]

I didn't know they were all made in USA.

[@jhspedals]

Thank you!!!

[@massa9461]

Hey JHS, you should build a reverb pedal based on that Belgreen tunnel!

[@HugoBravoMusic]

This video was so inspiring. Thanks JHS for all that you do.

[@murraymcleod7605]

After watching this my Pulp N Peel sitting on my board looks different to me now.

[@jasonc.5918]

Amazing. Such a great homegrown story. This has become my favorite show within the last month or so of discovering it. @jhspedals I have a burning question that I cant find an answer to anywhere online, and figured that one of you guys may have the answer to. Soo here it is: Does anyone (even viewers) know what the D1 diode in the BOSS DS-1 is responsible for. The one in mine cracked (i assume from a surge.. ?), so i clipped it out completely, which in turn made it into a weird fuzz pedal. Keep on rocking guys! Y'all are an inspiration to a fella.

[@TheChainsofAlice]

The diode D1 is protection against reverse polarity connections, in case the player connects a wrong power adapter.

[@jasonc.5918]

@@TheChainsofAlice thanks! Gonna replace it and see how my first repair goes. Cheers!

[@EwaldDieser]

Really inspiring story! When will the high school tunnel reverb pedal come out?

[@hiimawasteoftime8678]

Josh standing next to Nick really shows that he is like 8 feet tall. Im european I dont know how tall 8 feet is

[@SuperBriansmoke]

A bit disappointed that it didn’t turn into the Q-HS conspiracy documentary that was promised at the start.

[@jasonmartin7137]

This was a great movie, but I got really uncomfortable at the end for some (subconscious) reason.

[@blackdogrover]

Beautiful. So great to see and hear about a success story, which appeared it would fail before it ever began. Like so many stories of those who did not have the same passion, focus, motivation, willingness, support… I think this can be summed in one word: LOVE. I wish for continued and sustained success for all of you. Everyone at JHS. The staff and their families. Your business partners and friendly-competitors… Bless You. Much Love ❤️

[@hisham_hm]

33:38 "we feel like more part of your family" I'M DYING 😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@GuitarGearGyan]

Josh Hobbyist Scott born in 1982 but with ancient pedals....... Time Traveller........ Maybe one of the horses is Odin's Norse Unicorn that took him back in time. He inspired Jimmy Page to play with Natural Reverb....... yes it was HIm.

[@ericwarrington6650]

Great interview Nick..you have a great talent w the hat as does Josh..u ask fantastic questions and you listen...that's the big one...you listen..you lead Josh into the story and let him go until you need to redirect..I'm no expert..nor am I an interviewer..but I'm a pro at watching interviews for sure.. 😂..from that point bravo man 🤘😜🎸🎶

[@NewFalconerRecords]

Josh only lives in places that have been immortalised in songs: 'Jackson'... 'Tupelo'... 'Kansas City'... 'Ecru'... okay, MOST places.

[@PedalPawn]

Inspirational ❤️❤️❤️

[@ralphdeedee-ah9149]

Thanks very much for this "insight". Love it!

[@xdoctorblindx]

We NEED a Belgreen Tunnel reverb. Like, yesterday.

[@uvulapie]

Dude, I TOTALLY had that tunnel in my high school! It connected the high school to the Jr. high school (this was pre-middle school days). It's since been filled in and I never thought to drag my early 80s synths down there. If only I had then maybe *I* would be master over a pedal company now.

[@Nightdare]

My only question every ep. is: "Does he have the box?"

[@stephpicher]

Why is this new hipster guy doing the interview and not Nick?

[@thegrimpilgrimusadeanmicha8587]

I take its not Josh's Yamaha Go-Kart by the shop door?

[@dewiroebuck]

JHS... the reason I picked up my guitar again after a long break :)

[@msmoniz]

OMG! The 60 Minutes intro had me laughing from the jump! Well done, well done! 👏

[@nelsonw2096]

I laughed, I cried. It became a part of me...:0)

[@bobrg1459]

Great episode! Thanks for telling the story of JHS. Clearly your (over)drive and work ethic made the company successful. However, without great pedals and people it would not have happened. Congratulations to you Josh and your amazing team!

[@above-us-only-sky]

literally 3 seconds in and i’m smashing the like button so hard it broke. god i love this channel

[@jhspedals]

🥰

[@per-erikpihlstrom7281]

Cool episode, thanks for sharing, and caring…

[@radsketchpad]

I love this stuff, what an amazing, inspiring journey! As someone who helped start a business, I know just how much sacrifice and support it takes from family and friends to grow a successful startup, so big shout out to them. It's very cool to see how far your business has come. You guys are so awesome for sharing this with us, thank you!

[@StavK]

This video was a real treat. Amazing and inspirational look into Josh’s journey. Key takeaways for me are 1) hard work ethic 2) perseverance 3) surrounding yourself with good people - all together lead to great things. I wish Josh and JHS all the best in all their future endeavors. They deserve all the success in the world right next to all the other large great pedal companies. The JHS Show is also genius and binge-watch worthy, Nick’s brainchild is awesome and can’t wait to see more of it. This was a long comment. But you guys made me feel it with this one. I never experienced the feeling of being teary eyed & wanting to buy pedals at the same time. There. I’m done. Thanks guys.

[@stephenweaver8030]

Wonderful Ep! I could see you working at the small shed. Humble beginning for someone so talented! I love your pedals and Show!!! I have not bought bad gear since. Thank you, very much.

[@Fedbo]

I can't believe how tall josh actually is, from the show's shots I always thought he was a short guy. Anyway great story and Josh if you're reading this, you're amazing! I'm not even a huge pedal fan I have a minimal setup, most of the time I use 1 pedal (vibrato) but I watch your show for your great knowledge and sense of humour! Next pedal I'm gonna need has got to be a JHS

[@jp2503]

I had no idea about this. I'm really happy I started getting back into guitar and music after quitting for so many years. I'd never even heard of JHS back then. I really like what you guys do and I'm really glad you made a KZbin show so we can all watch and learn and understand these great pedals. Especially since I love analog! I also never knew you were tall until now and also noticed your eyebrows haha.

[@Stopit169]

I thought JHS stood for James Honeyman Scott

[@BillHaleyInTheComments]

Really enjoyed that guys, very interesting to see how it all began :)

[@AlmyrBatista]

Awesome! Inspiring, and very fun! Cheers from Brazil!

[@tomieilamo]

I'm two minutes in and this is already the best episode, I love Nick's opening questions and your parents are so wholesome ❤

[@houseofseymour]

This is so awesome. Here, take more of my money….

[@zeejonesy]

Humble beginnings. It really was pure passion that kept the business alive. Way to be, Josh. You deserve this bro

[@GuitarSoloReactions]

Amazing success story, I only wish it was a longer video.

[@JasonViator]

The more I watch your stuff, the more I'm drawn in to your "Family". If its a marketing scam....it works....if it's not...I wish I had known ya'll back in the day....

[@paristhalheimer]

Great video. I got into JHS pedals because of Josh and the videos. My board's sound (The PnP, the PG14, The Luck Cat, The Emperor Penguin, and the Unicorn) is in part defined by JHS. The pedals work great with my other pedals to help me paint with sound.

[@soundlysbananacam6182]

" FARTICLES" ....🤣🤣 I love you guys .

[@verythorough511]

you need to make a belgreen tunnel reverb….