If you’ve ever chased that raw, singing, mid-heavy fuzz tone that defined everything from ’60s rock rebellion to ’80s shoegaze walls-of-sound, meet your new foundation: the EarthQuaker Devices Barrows. This isn’t just another fuzz—it’s a faithful and modernized recreation of the legendary Tone Bender MkII circuit, built with three carefully matched germanium transistors for that authentic, dynamic response.
What sets the Barrows apart is how it balances vintage soul with modern practicality. The simple two-knob layout—Level and Attack—gives you a stunning range of sounds. The Attack control is the magic wand, seamlessly morphing your tone from a subtle, singing overdrive into a crushing fuzz with near-infinite sustain. It’s incredibly responsive, cleaning up beautifully with your guitar’s volume knob for unparalleled expressiveness.
EarthQuaker has also added key refinements for today’s players. A phase-corrected, buffered output ensures the Barrows plays nicely with all your other pedals, preventing the tone-suck that can plague vintage-style circuits. It also provides a healthy level boost, making it perfect for pushing your amp or cutting through a dense mix.
Housed in a mini enclosure, the Barrows delivers the iconic, rebellious snarl of the past without the noise or fuss. For a fuzz that feels both classic and completely at home on a modern board, the Barrows is an undeniable new classic.
