Ten years of noise from a German custom shop
Chris founded JPTR FX officially ten years ago, after finding that importing niche boutique gear to Germany was not possible1. The company's 10th Anniversary editions, each limited to 20 pedals and finished in Analog Magenta, include the Super Weirdo, the Warlow Fuzz Monstrosity, the Fernweh and the Deluxe Jive2345. The Fernweh itself goes back further: the DIY Fernweh V1 PCB is described by the maker as "One of the first Pedals we did 11 years ago!", sold as a bare circuit board for players building their own6.
Chris is explicit about where the designs come from:
"I am very proud to say that I dont copy designs and slap a trending design on it like we often see in the industry."1
Huge gain and low noise for down-tuned guitars, basses and synths
Chris sums up the design brief in his own words: "I focus on aggressive but reliable designs tuned for what matters to me the most: huge gain, open response, strong dynamics, and low noise floor"1. That brief shows up across the range:
| Pedal | Type | What the maker says |
|---|---|---|
| Katastrophe | Distortion / preamp | Gain circuit based on the sound of a highly modded British full stack, with an EQ section that works on both clean and dirty amps7 |
| Warlow | Fuzz | A premium-quality op-amp "Big Muff" pedal3 |
| Silvermachine | Fuzz | Dual-gain-stage fuzz, a redesigned compact form of a previously larger in-demand pedal8 |
| Super Weirdo | Fuzz modulator | For noise rock and avant-garde guitarists; Glitch footswitch and expression pedal input2 |
| Kaleidoscope ULTRA | Reverb | Volume, Drive, Feedback, Gaze and Reverb controls for "warm and haunting cloudscapes"9 |
| Fernweh | Delay | Vintage-voiced dual delay with a momentary switch for infinite self-oscillation4 |
| High Voltage TITAN Boost | Boost | Pre-orders built and shipped in the order they are placed10 |
The Katastrophe is described as "a well-rounded, articulate distortion pedal that complements a diverse range of playing styles"7, and the Super Weirdo as "a must have for noise rock avant-garde guitarists looking for innovative ways to be creative"2. Players comparing categories can read more on the distortion, fuzz, delay, reverb and boost type pages.
Chris and crew
There is no crew. Chris does everything solo, from circuit design to shipping, and he frames that as a deliberate choice: keeping prices fair and doing everything solo means there is often a waitlist, but, in his words, "what you're waiting for is a dedicated" build1. He also states plainly why the pedals cost less than typical boutique fare: "I dont need to pay a huge shop or team or have dealers that need to make profit as well"1.
Ordering, waitlists and shipping to the US
Every order is placed directly with the manufacturer, and every model is produced in batches, so the maker asks buyers to allow time for fulfillment4. Some models run as pre-orders, such as the Deluxe Warlow, and buyers whose pedal has not shipped yet can still upgrade by email11. The TRVE WARLOW LIMITED 50 and the Deluxe Jive anniversary edition are both listed as sold out125.
US orders ship DDP (Delivery Duty Paid) via DHL or UPS, so the checkout price is the exact price paid, with zero additional customs duties or hidden fees19. Every order ships via DHL with automatic tracking, including Reverb orders1.
Support direct from the founder
Support is handled by Chris personally. In his words: "No customer service reps or generic AI chatbots. If you ever need help, troubleshooting, or setup advice, you'll hear directly from me" via the contact form1. A portion of every sale also goes to supporting animal shelters and planting trees, all packaging material is recyclable, and shipping is carbon-neutral via DHL GoGreen1.
The range (20)
News
Questions
Where are JPTR FX pedals made?
JPTR FX is based in Germany. Founder Chris builds everything himself and runs the company solo, which is why pedals are produced in batches rather than mass produced. Each order is fulfilled directly by the manufacturer rather than through a dealer network.
Who runs JPTR FX?
JPTR FX is run by its founder, Chris, who does everything solo. He designs the circuits, builds the pedals, and handles support personally. There are no customer service reps or AI chatbots; questions sent through the contact form are answered by Chris himself.
Why is there a waitlist for JPTR FX pedals?
Because Chris builds every pedal himself and keeps prices low without dealer or shop markup, production happens in batches and there is often a waitlist. Lead times can vary, and the current estimated build time is available on request. Pre-orders are built and shipped in the order they were placed.
Do I pay import duties on JPTR FX pedals in the US?
No. All US shipments go out DDP, Delivery Duty Paid, via DHL or UPS, so the price you see at checkout is the exact price you pay, with zero additional customs duties or hidden fees. Tracking information is sent automatically once the order ships.
Can I buy JPTR FX pedals from a dealer?
No. JPTR FX sells direct only, with no dealers, and the founder states this is part of keeping prices low since no shop or team markup is involved. Orders are placed through the company's own site or its Reverb listings, and both ship via DHL with tracking.
What is the JPTR FX Fernweh?
The Fernweh is a vintage-voiced dual delay pedal, described by the maker as a delay pedal that wants to take you places. It includes a momentary switch for infinite self-oscillation, and a 10th Anniversary edition was limited to 20 pedals finished in Analog Magenta.
Is the JPTR FX Katastrophe sold out?
The Katastrophe is produced in batches and sold direct, so availability varies. It is a distortion pedal that also works as a preamp, with a gain circuit the maker based on the sound of a highly modded British full stack and an EQ section that works on both clean and dirty amps.
Does JPTR FX give to charity?
Yes. A portion of every sale goes directly into supporting animal shelters and planting trees. The company also keeps all packaging material recyclable and ships carbon-neutral via DHL GoGreen.
Sources (12)
- About New, JPTR FX
- JPTR FX Super Weirdo, jptrfx.com
- JPTR FX Warlow, JPTR FX
- JPTR FX Fernweh, JPTR FX
- JPTR FX DELUXE Jive, jptrfx.com
- DIY FERNWEH V1 PCB, JPTR FX
- JPTR FX Katastrophe, JPTR FX
- JPTR FX Silvermachine, JPTR FX
- JPTR FX Kaleidoscope ULTRA, JPTR FX
- JPTR FX High Voltage TITAN Boost, JPTR FX
- JPTR FX ULTRA Warlow, jptrfx.com
- TRVE WARLOW LIMITED 50, JPTR FX