Scores of Classic Fuzz Tones in a Single Stompbox
Engineered to excel on both bass and guitar, the Suhr Rufus supplies a sweeping array of fuzzed-out sounds that take you from the silicon-fueled tones of the 1960s to the mid-scooped might of the grunge era with the twist of a knob. What makes the Rufus so versatile? The full 3-band EQ certainly doesn’t hurt, as it allows you to twist and tweak your tone between sputtering psychedelic sounds, crushing wall-of-sound riffage, and everything else in between. Plus, the Rufus’s 3-position Treble switch offers complete control of your signal’s top-end chime. You also get two distinct modes — Normal and Fat — that utilize Suhr’s mf(x) footswitch technology, allowing you to swap settings mid-song by simply holding down the switch. Finally, the Rufus is finished off with a plethora of utility features, including flexible FX Link remote control, a built-in battery monitor, and true bypass functionality.
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Two distinct tones to choose from
Apart from its tone-shaping controls, the Suhr Rufus fuzz pedal sports a 2-position voicing switch that transforms your tone from Normal to Fat. Moreover, you can swap between the two settings by simply holding down the footswitch — a convenient benefit of Suhr’s mf(x) footswitch technology.
- Normal: Suhr tells Sweetwater that this setting is inspired by the classic silicon fuzz pedals of the 1960s, with a dynamic character and responsive feel that mimics the experience of playing through a pushed tube amp.
- Fat: In comparison, the Fat setting serves up a serious helping of low-end power while imparting your tone with a rawer, spongier timbre.
Suhr: the pinnacle of craftsmanship, playability, and tone
Suhr doesn’t just build handcrafted, boutique-quality instruments and amplifiers — the company creates exceptional tools that fuel musical dreams and artistic passions. John Suhr began crafting custom guitars in the mid-1970s, and by the dawn of the 1980s, he was building made-to-order Pensa-Suhr instruments for a who’s who of top musicians. In the 1990s, John collaborated with celebrated rig builder Bob Bradshaw to design the now-legendary CAA 3+ and 3+SE preamps and the CAA OD-100 amplifier. In 1997, after a stint as senior master builder for Fender’s Custom Shop, John founded his own company, which enabled him to bring products of unrivaled quality, detail, and craftsmanship to fruition. Today, the Suhr name is synonymous with prestige; a guitar, bass, or amplifier with the Suhr marque garners instant respect. With elite players such as Mateus Asato, Reb Beach, Scott Henderson, James Norbert Ivanyi, Andre Nieri, Pete Thorn, Ian Thornley, Doug Aldrich, and Andy Wood on the company’s roster, you can be certain that your Suhr places you in esteemed company.
Suhr Rufus Features:
- Versatile fuzz pedal captures scores of legendary fuzz tones within a single stompbox
- Engineered for use with both guitar and bass
- 3-band EQ offers a serious level of sonic control not found on most classic fuzz pedals
- Treble switch supplies 3 distinct top-end settings, from a warm treble cut to a biting 1960s-style treble-biased bite
- 2 distinct modes to choose from (Normal and Fat), which can be swapped by holding down the footswitch thanks to Suhr’s mf(x) technology
- Multiple FX Link settings for versatile remote control
- True bypass switching ensures your tone remains organic and uncolored when the pedal is disengaged
- Battery monitor tells you when your pedal’s running low on juice
