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FUZZ PEDALS

Earthquaker Devices Chelsea Fuzz

Born from a battered, decades-old fuzz pedal that shaped LCD Soundsystem’s bass tones, the EarthQuaker Devices Chelsea is a rugged, stage-ready revival of James Murphy’s prized—but fragile—vintage Big Muff. Meticulously recreated to capture every idiosyncrasy of the original, this fully analog three-knob fuzz delivers everything from tight overdrive to blown-speaker…... Click for more

Earthquaker Devices Chelsea Fuzz

Pigtronix Gas Giant Fuzz

Inspired by the early Muffs, the Pigtronix Gas Giant is a high-gain analog jumbo fuzz pedal that delivers monstrous tones with modern precision, using quad-matched transistor sets to lock in that elusive "sweet spot" found in those classic circuits from the '70s—only with far more consistency and reliability. At its…... Click for more

Pigtronix Gas Giant Fuzz

New Pedal: MMK Electronics Pavlov Fuzz

Hand-built in Alaska, the MMK Electronics Pavlov Fuzz offers a refined take on classic silicon fuzz circuits, available in two distinct models. Model 1 is built on a Fuzz Face foundation, utilizing rare NOS Fairchild 2N2222A transistors, while Model 2 employs a Darlington Electra circuit for a distinct tonal character. Both versions share key features, including a…... Click for more

New Pedal: MMK Electronics Pavlov Fuzz

Electro-Harmonix Lizard Queen Octave Fuzz

The Electro-Harmonix Lizard Queen Octave Fuzz might as well have the most convoluted story of all devices belonging to the guitar pedal multiverse. In 2022 Josh Scott of JHS Pedals shot a video for its YouTube channel showcasing a prototype of a pedal he designed by him and his staff…... Click for more

Electro-Harmonix Lizard Queen Octave Fuzz

New Pedal: Fredric Effects Silicon Harmonic Percolator

Building on their decade of experience recreating the iconic Interfax Harmonic Percolator, Fredric Effects presents the Silicon Harmonic Percolator - a modified version that replaces the original's germanium components with carefully selected vintage silicon transistors from 1980s East Germany. This revision maintains the circuit's characteristic aggressive voicing while improving reliability…... Click for more

New Pedal: Fredric Effects Silicon Harmonic Percolator

New Pedal: Pet Symmetry + Damnation Audio BIG Pedal Fuzz

After years of development, Chicago-based rock band Pet Symmetry and Baltimore effects manufacturer Damnation Audio have unveiled BIG, a purpose-built bass pedal (that also works well on guitars) designed to deliver high-impact low-end tones in a single unit. The collaboration stems from guitarist/bassist Evan Weiss' longtime reliance on a rare…... Click for more

New Pedal: Pet Symmetry + Damnation Audio BIG Pedal Fuzz

New Pedal: Diamond Pedals F-Octave Fuzz

First introduced in 2017 as a homage to the iconic Foxx Tone Machine, the Diamond F-Octave has reclaimed its spot in the Canadian brand's lineup, delivering the same high-gain silicon fuzz that defined early '70s rock tones. Known for its raw saturation, chewy sustain, and sharp octave-up grit, this pedal…... Click for more

New Pedal: Diamond Pedals F-Octave Fuzz

KMA Machines Mandrake Octo Shrieker Fuzz

The KMA Machines Mandrake Octo Shrieker is the Berlin-based company refinement of the octave-up fuzz circuit found in the "Shriek" section of their popular Moai Maea octave-drone pedal. The core of the fuzz circuit is the Timber control, which sets the amount of gain. Filter is an EQ knob that gets bassier at…... Click for more

KMA Machines Mandrake Octo Shrieker Fuzz

New Pedal: Mask Audio Hot Water Fuzz

In an increasingly crowded market of affordable guitar pedals, the new Mask Audio Hot Water stands out by delivering Big Muff-inspired circuitry with a surprising twist. While using the same transistor count as the classic fuzz, engineers have managed to extract four times the gain - resulting in a pedal…... Click for more

New Pedal: Mask Audio Hot Water Fuzz

Keeley Octa PSI Transfigurating Fuzz

Lovers of octave fuzzes (of the up or down categories) should take a serious look at the Keeley Octa PSI Transfigurating Fuzz. Thanks to its incredible flexibility, this Muff-style device is a true do-it-all not just for of octave fuzzes, but also pitch-shifting ones, providing several modes of octave up,…... Click for more

Keeley Octa PSI Transfigurating Fuzz

Updated Pedal: Cosmic Terror Sonic Doom V4 Fuzz

Guitarists with a knack for sonic devastation should check out the Cosmic Terror Sonic Doom, a fuzz that delivers extreme loudness, razor-sharp string articulation, and endless sustain—without feedback, muddiness, or low-end loss. Designed for musicians who want to push their amps to the limit, it thrives with clean guitar/bass amps…... Click for more

Updated Pedal: Cosmic Terror Sonic Doom V4 Fuzz

Wonderful Audio Fuzz Lands

The Wonderful Audio Fuzz Lands is an original circuit comprising a combination of JFET, germanium, and silicon transistors and features two knobs and three toggles to provide a wide range of fuzzy options, with a knack for keeping the performance's dynamics, something fuzz pedals are notorious for squashing to death.…... Click for more

Wonderful Audio Fuzz Lands