Série Atelier is Tonecat’s custom shop program, where each pedal is individually commissioned and transformed into a one-of-a-kind hand-finished piece.
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What is Série Atelier?
Série Atelier is TONECAT’s custom artwork program, offering a considered way to transform your preferred TONECAT pedal into a one-of-a-kind piece—shaped around your story, your references, your music, or the details that matter most to you.
Each commission begins with a dialogue. From personal symbols and cherished companions to visual identities and creative concepts, we work closely with you to craft a pedal that feels singular in every sense.
The circuit remains unmistakably TONECAT.
The expression becomes entirely individual.
Proudly made in Au
The process
We build your pedal
Your pedal is hand-finished and assembled in Melbourne.
Your Atelier piece arrives
A one-of-one TONECAT, created uniquely for you.
We shape the design
We create a visual direction based on your brief and send you a concept for approval.
Share your idea
Tell us your idea, concept, inspiration, or story for the creation.
The Best Guitar Pedal for Pet Owners
Looking for a guitar pedal that feels a little more personal? If your pet is part of the family — and part of your story — a TONECAT Série Atelier custom pedal can turn that connection into something you can actually play.
Unlike an ordinary guitar pedal, a Série Atelier piece can be created around the things that matter to you: your cat, dog, other beloved companion, a favourite photo, a special memory, or a story that deserves its own sound.
We build Guitar Pedal Inspired by Your Pet
Imagine your favourite guitar pedal featuring your cat's portrait. Or a custom enclosure inspired by your dog's personality. Maybe it's a tribute to a companion who has been with you through countless late-night guitar sessions.
That's what makes Série Atelier different.
You choose the TONECAT pedal and share your idea. We then turn your story, reference images or pet-inspired concept into bespoke artwork, hand-finished in our Melbourne workshop.
The circuit stays TONECAT. The artwork becomes completely yours.
It's personal — your pedal can be inspired by the companion who means the most to you.
It's playable — this isn't just pet artwork sitting on a shelf. It's a real guitar effects pedal made to be played.
It's one of a kind — each Série Atelier commission is individually designed and hand-finished.
It's made in Melbourne — your custom pedal is created by hand in our Australian workshop.
Request Your Commission
Tell us about your idea. We’ll respond with a proposal and next steps. Alternatively, send us a message on info@tonecat.life
Série Atelier — Frequently Asked Questions
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Série Atelier is Tonecat’s custom artwork program, allowing you to transform your favourite Tonecat pedal into a one-of-a-kind piece. Each pedal is hand-finished with bespoke artwork while retaining its original Tonecat circuit and sound.
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Série Atelier commissions design fee start from $99 AUD + the price of the selected pedal.
Final pricing depends on:
Complexity of artwork
Enclosure finish and material
Design requirements
We will always confirm the final cost with you before production begins.
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Série Atelier is focused exclusively on external artwork and visual design.
The selected internal circuit and enclosure size of your chosen TONECAT pedal remain unchanged. -
Atelier commissions are available across selected Tonecat pedals, including current core models. Availability may vary depending on production cycles and limited releases.
If you’re unsure, simply select your pedal and we’ll confirm suitability during the commission review.
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Each Atelier pedal includes:
Custom artwork Tonecat pedal
Hand-finished enclosure
Certificate of authenticity / Custom Manual Design
Final approval before production
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Simply submit a commission request via the Atelier form.
We’ll review your idea and respond with a proposal, timeline, and next steps.No payment is required until your commission is confirmed.
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Lead times vary depending on workload and complexity, but most commissions are completed within a production cycle of a few weeks. Estimated timing will be confirmed when your commission is accepted.
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Yes. You can share anything from:
Photos of your fluffy (or not fluffy) pets
Illustrations
Band or logo concepts
Abstract ideas or moods
We’ll translate your concept into a design suited to the pedal enclosure.
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We work closely with you during the design stage and provide a concept for approval before production. Final results may vary slightly due to the hand-finished nature of each piece.
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Yes. Série Atelier commissions are deliberately limited so each piece can be developed with full creative attention. We only accept work within our available capacity to maintain this level of detail.
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Absolutely. Pet-inspired designs are one of the ideas we love working with through Série Atelier. You can send us photos of your cat, dog or other companion, along with any artwork, colours, memories or ideas you'd like incorporated. We'll develop a custom visual concept for your TONECAT pedal and send it to you for approval before production.
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If you want a guitar pedal that's as personal as your pet, TONECAT Série Atelier is made for exactly that kind of connection. Each custom pedal can feature your cat, dog or beloved companion through bespoke artwork, while still being a fully playable guitar effects pedal. It's a one-of-a-kind way to combine your love of guitar with the animal that's part of your family.
Série Atelier is not a product configuration.
It is a collaboration.
Each piece begins with an idea—and becomes something entirely its own.
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