Distortion · ProCo RAT family · ProCo
ProCo Rat 2
The ProCo Rat 2 is an analog distortion pedal made in the USA, built around LED clipping. Guitar.com's reviewer gave it 5 out of 5.
- 9V DC · center −
- 50 mA
- Analog
- PedalBro score
- 85 / 100 · 1 source type
- New
- from $86.82
- Used (asking)
- from $59
The rundown
What it is
The ProCo Rat 2 is an analog distortion pedal that uses LED clipping, an update over earlier versions of the Rat design. It has a filter control that tailors the high end, and it is powered by 9V DC or a battery.
What it sounds like
The source notes describe the gain range as running from mild overdrive to full fuzz, with aggressive clipping and a firm bottom end. Guitar.com's reviewer gave the pedal 5 out of 5 and called it essentially flawless, pointing to how long it has stayed on pedalboards.
Skip it if
The available information lists no extras such as stereo operation or MIDI, so look elsewhere if you need those. The sources also do not describe bypass type, and the reviewer offered no reservations.
Where it goes in your chain
As a distortion pedal, it normally sits early in the signal chain, ahead of time-based and modulation effects. The 9V center-negative supply fits a standard pedalboard power setup.
Highlights
- Analog distortion circuit with LED clipping
- Filter control for shaping the high end
- Runs on a 9V DC center-negative supply at 50 mA, and is battery compatible
- Compact enclosure at 88.9 x 101.6 mm, weighing 370 g
- Made in the USA and currently in production
Best for
Players who want a straightforward analog distortion that covers gentle overdrive up to heavy fuzz-like gain and can run from a standard 9V supply or a battery.
Reviews
Retailer ratings and editor verdicts, rolled into one 0–100 score. Thin data gets pulled toward the average, so one hype review can't carry a pedal.
- Editorial85Guitar.com
Professional reviews
What the press rated it. We link to each review; read the full piece for the details.
- Guitar.com5 / 5May 2024Read the review
Quick facts
- Power
- 9V DC
- Current draw
- 50 mA
- Polarity
- Center negative
- Dimensions
- 88.9 × 101.6 mm
- Weight
- 370 g
- Status
- In production
Where to buy ProCo Rat 2
| Listing | Seller | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best new price | Reverb · New | $86.82 | View |
| Best used price | Reverb · Used | $59 | View |
| Amazon | Amazon · New | See current price | View on Amazon |
| eBay | eBay · Search | See listings | Search eBay |
Used listings asking $59–$79, median $75 (18 listings). Asking prices, not sold prices.
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Price history
Daily median asking price, Oct 1 to Oct 20.
- Used, median
- Middle half of used listings
- New, median
- Used listing that sold
Used ProCo Rat 2 listings asked a median $75 on Oct 7, 2026 and $75 on Oct 20, 2026. Asking prices from current listings, not sold prices. A sold listing shows its last asking price; an accepted offer can be lower.
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| Day | Used median | Middle half | Used listings | New median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2026 | $75 | $69–$79 | 18 | $117 |
| Oct 19, 2026 | $75 | $69–$79 | 18 | $117 |
| Oct 18, 2026 | $75 | $69–$79 | 19 | $117 |
| Oct 17, 2026 | $75 | $69–$79 | 18 | $117 |
| Oct 16, 2026 | $75 | $69–$79 | 18 | $117 |
| Oct 15, 2026 | $73 | $65–$78 | 22 | $115 |
| Oct 14, 2026 | $75 | $66–$78 | 22 | $115 |
| Oct 13, 2026 | $75 | $69–$79 | 21 | $108 |
| Oct 12, 2026 | $75 | $70–$75 | 9 | $120 |
| Oct 11, 2026 | $70 | $67–$77 | 7 | $120 |
| Oct 10, 2026 | $75 | $71–$78 | 10 | $120 |
| Oct 9, 2026 | $75 | $71–$78 | 10 | $120 |
| Oct 8, 2026 | $75 | $68–$76 | 8 | $120 |
| Oct 7, 2026 | $75 | $71–$78 | 6 | $105 |
| Oct 6, 2026 | – | – | – | $120 |
| Oct 5, 2026 | – | – | – | $120 |
| Oct 4, 2026 | – | – | – | $120 |
| Oct 3, 2026 | – | – | – | $120 |
| Oct 2, 2026 | – | – | – | $120 |
| Oct 1, 2026 | – | – | – | $120 |
| Last seen listed | Last asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2026 | $69 |
| Oct 15, 2026 | $50 |
| Oct 13, 2026 | $65 |
| Oct 8, 2026 | $58 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | $60 |
Frequently asked questions
What power does the ProCo Rat 2 need?
The ProCo Rat 2 runs on a 9V DC, center-negative supply drawing 50 mA, and it is also battery compatible.
How big is the ProCo Rat 2?
The ProCo Rat 2 measures 88.9 x 101.6 mm and weighs 370 g.
What type of pedal is the ProCo Rat 2?
The ProCo Rat 2 is an analog distortion pedal that uses LED clipping.
Is the ProCo Rat 2 still being made?
Yes, the ProCo Rat 2 is listed as in production and is made in the USA.
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