The ThorpyFX The Ji is the second in the British company’s Analog Amp Emulator Series and the result of a collaboration with amp wizard Jesse Hoff of Lazy J Amps. Its mission is simple: to bottle the elusive, touch-sensitive magic of Hoff’s legendary Lazy J20 combo.
This pedal goes beyond simple circuit modeling. By incorporating a high-quality internal transformer, “The J” replicates the authentic sag, punch, and dynamic response of a real tweed amplifier. The control set is a player’s paradise, featuring dual Normal and Bright channel volumes, a Tone control, a Response knob for presence, and a unique Supply control that lets you dial in the voltage sag for anything from clean headroom to compressed vintage breakup.
A standout feature is the X/Y footswitch, which toggles between emulated 12AX7 and 12AY7 input tubes. This shifts the entire character of the pedal from cleaner, chiming tones to raw, medium-gain drive. Built in the UK with premium components,
“The J” is designed to be the last amp-emulating pedal you’ll ever need, offering a truly responsive and organic playing experience right on your pedalboard.
