The Jedspeds Satire is a DIY guitar effects pedal kit from UK maker Jedspeds, described by the maker as a low level distortion / hi gain over drive. Jedspeds says the circuit "compares to the Steel Panther Pussy Melter" and calls the Satire "our take on that very pedal." The maker also describes it as "a fairly unique design with great tones," hard to place in either the distortion or overdrive category, sitting between distortion and overdrive territory1.
Jedspeds states there is no endorsement or approval from any manufacturer, and that the comparison to the Pussy Melter is for comparison only.
The circuit and the kit versions
The Satire is sold in five versions, so players can choose how much of the build they take on1:
| Version | What you get |
|---|---|
| PCB Only | Just the plain PCB |
| PCB & Components | The PCB with its parts |
| PCB & Components and off board parts | Adds the off board parts |
| Full Kit | Complete kit, including the JP125B enclosure |
| Full Kit & Drilling | Full Kit plus drilled enclosure, for a small surcharge |
Drilling is an optional extra on the Full Kit: there is a small surcharge, and it covers all the holes needed for a complete pedal1.
Building it: soldering required
The kits require full assembly. Jedspeds is direct about the skill level involved: "You will have to identify components, calculate resistor codes and be able to solder them into place."1 That means reading component markings and resistor color codes, not just placing parts, so it is a kit for a player willing to learn or already comfortable at the iron. Players who would rather skip the soldering can order the Pre Built Kit instead.
The Pre Built Kit
For players who want the pedal without the build, Jedspeds offers a Pre Built Kit at £46.00 GBP, as listed on 26 October 20261. Its terms are worth knowing before ordering:
- Build time of 1 to 4 weeks1
- A 12 month repair warranty: "should a fault be developed I will repair it"1
- No returns accepted on pre built kits1
Knobs and controls
The Satire is "a 4 knob kit with toggle so its very versatile," according to the maker1. The kit needs 4 knobs, and Jedspeds suggests medium sized ones1.
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What is the Jedspeds Satire based on?
Jedspeds describes the Satire as its take on the Steel Panther Pussy Melter, a low level distortion and high gain overdrive pedal. The maker states plainly that there is no endorsement or approval from any manufacturer and that the comparison information is for comparison only.
Does the Jedspeds Satire kit come with an enclosure?
Yes. The kit is supplied with a JP125B enclosure. Drilling that enclosure is not included with the standard Full Kit: it is an optional extra with a small surcharge, covering all the holes needed for a complete pedal.
Do I need to solder to build the Jedspeds Satire?
Yes. The kits require full assembly, and Jedspeds says buyers will have to identify components, calculate resistor codes and be able to solder them into place. Players who do not want to solder can choose the Pre Built Kit instead.
What is the difference between the Jedspeds Satire Full Kit and Full Kit & Drilling?
Both include everything needed to build the pedal, including the JP125B enclosure. The Full Kit & Drilling version adds the drilling service as an optional extra for a small surcharge, covering all the holes for a complete pedal, so the enclosure arrives ready for the parts.
Does the Jedspeds Satire come pre-built?
Yes, there is a Pre Built Kit version, listed at £46.00 GBP as of October 2026. It has a 1 to 4 week build time, a 12 month repair warranty from the maker, and no returns are accepted on it.
What size knobs does the Jedspeds Satire need?
The kit needs 4 knobs, and Jedspeds suggests medium sized ones. Knobs are not part of the kit itself, so players choose their own.
Sources (1)
- Satire | DIY Guitar Effects Pedal Kits, Jedspeds (jedspeds.co.uk)
