The Poly Effects Kanso. Gain, refined.
The Kanso is a collaboration between Josh Smith and Poly Effects, designed around a simple idea: maximum tone with minimum complication.
At its core, the Kanso delivers articulate, dynamic gain that responds directly to your touch. From clean boost to rich overdrive and into spitty, fuzzy territory when pushed hard, it covers a wide expressive range while staying clear and controlled.
The entire experience revolves around Poly’s unique Fknob control system. The Fknob combines a footswitch, LED indicators, and a rotary control into one rugged, intuitive mechanism. It provides clear visual feedback and precise hands-on control without cluttering the pedal with multiple switches and knobs.
Tap the Fknob to engage or bypass the pedal. Double tap to switch between adjusting Bias and Character. Hold the Fknob to change diodes. Each diode functions as its own preset and remembers your Bias and Character settings automatically. To store your settings, simply switch to another diode. All parameters are also fully controllable via MIDI.
The result is a highly interactive drive pedal that feels alive under your fingers. Subtle adjustments reshape the feel and response of the circuit, from tight and articulate to loose, gritty, and harmonically rich.
Minimal interface. Maximum expression.
Poly Effects Kanso Features:
• Designed in collaboration with Josh Smith
• Wide gain range from clean boost to overdrive and fuzz textures
• Unique Fknob control system combining footswitch, LED and rotary control
• Tap for bypass, double tap to toggle Bias and Character control
• Hold to select diode presets
• Multiple diode presets, each remembering Bias and Character settings
• Full MIDI control of all parameters
• Rugged, streamlined design with intuitive feedback
• Dimensions: 3.35" x 2.95" x 2.26"
Specs
| Type | Overdrive |
| Condition | New |
| Power | 9V DC |
| Current Draw | 100mA |
| Power supply included | No |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 1 year |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
FREE SHIPPING
- Free shipping within Canada.
- Free shipping to the USA.
- Free shipping on international orders over 520$.
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Fast Delivery
- Canada : 1 - 2 business days
- USA : 1 - 2 business days
- Rest of the world: 3 - 5 business days.
Hassle-Free Returns
You have 45 days to test your new gear. If you choose to return it, we’ll send a full refund. It’s that simple: no bogus restocking fees or charges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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• In stock items are ready to ship.
• Out of stock items are currently unavailable.
You can enter your email to be notified when an item is back in stock.
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Where are you located? +
We’re based in Blainville, Quebec, Canada.
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When will my order ship? +
Orders placed before 12 PM EST ship the same business day.
Tracking details are sent shortly after purchase.
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How much does shipping cost? +
Most orders ship free to Canada and the US.
International orders ship free on purchases over $520 CAD.
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Which shipping methods do you use? +
Orders ship via UPS Expedited by default.
For faster delivery, you can select UPS Express Saver at checkout.
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How long does shipping take? +
Typical delivery times are:
• Canada: 2–3 business days with UPS Expedited, 1 business day with UPS Express Saver
• USA: 2–3 business days with UPS Expedited, 1 business day with UPS Express Saver
• International: 3–5 business days with UPS Expedited, 2–3 business days with UPS Express Saver
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Which payment methods do you accept? +
We accept all major credit cards and PayPal.
Financing options are available through Klarna and RBC PayPlan.
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Do Canadian customers pay sales tax? +
Yes. Sales tax is applied based on your province of residence:
• Alberta: 5%
• British Columbia: 5%
• Manitoba: 5%
• New Brunswick: 15%
• Newfoundland and Labrador: 15%
• Northwest Territories: 5%
• Nova Scotia: 14%
• Nunavut: 5%
• Ontario: 13%
• Prince Edward Island: 15%
• Quebec: 14.975%
• Saskatchewan: 5%
• Yukon: 5%
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Do USA customers pay import fees? +
Yes. Starting August 29, 2025, all US-bound shipments will be subject to duties, taxes, and brokerage fees.
These charges are determined by US Customs and collected by UPS at delivery.
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Do international customers pay import fees? +
Yes. International shipments may be subject to duties and taxes.
These charges are set by the destination country’s customs authority and collected by UPS at delivery.