A Dual-transistor Fuzz Circuit with a Modern Edge
The Vox VFZ-1 revisits one of the most revered fuzz circuits of all time, bringing the woolly growl of the ‘60s 2-transistor design firmly into the modern era. The VFZ-1’s precisely calibrated silicon-based circuits re-create the aggression and warmth of the original Mk 1.5 fuzz circuit, leaving behind the performance inconsistencies that plagued the germanium design. But Vox wasn’t satisfied with simply re-creating the circuit; it included a range of options with the VFZ-1 for bespoke tone sculpting. Beyond the standard Volume and Fuzz controls, you’ll find Tone Cut to roll off high frequencies and Bass Cut to rein in low-end aggression. Additionally, a Crunch/Fuzz toggle grants you access to low-gain overdrive tones similar to those produced by rolling off a guitar’s volume. You even get a high input impedance, ensuring the unmistakable presence of the VFZ-1 can be felt, no matter where you place the pedal in your signal chain. Compact and built with a rugged enclosure, the VFZ-1 is primed for your pedalboard, ready to infuse your sound with vintage, sustain-laden soul.
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Germanium tone, silicon stability
The warmth and grit of the original Mk 1.5 fuzz circuit have provided decades of sonic inspiration for countless Sweetwater guitarists, and the VFZ-1 delivers a redesigned, enhanced version of that same legendary tone. Gone are the performance inconsistencies, the temperature drift, and the high noise floor that plagued the original models. Thanks to precisely calibrated silicon transistors, the VFZ-1 offers a fuzz that is every bit as dynamic and soulful as the beloved original, but with modern reliability and durability.
Vox VFZ-1 Features:
- Vintage-style fuzz pedal with classic 2-transistor circuit
- Silicon transistors offer Germanium-like warmth but with modern stability and low-noise performance
- Crunch mode delivers low-gain, rolled-back overdrive tones
- Bass Cut and Tone Cut controls tailor the saturation with wide-ranging tonal shaping
- High input impedance allows for flexible positioning in your signal chain
- Compact design and rigid construction, primed for your pedalboard
