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FUZZ PEDALS

Massive FX Pedals Hypnotik Fuzz

We blogged about new Californian manufacturer Massive FX Pedals a few weeks ago, they are back at it with a new octave fuzz pedal called Hypnotik, check out the demo video below and an excerpt from the maker's description here! Super heavy fuzz with fuzz level control and 2 position tone…... Click for more

Massive FX Pedals Hypnotik Fuzz

JHS announces three new pedals

JHS Pedals just announced the release of three new stompboxes: A brand new reverb design called Spring Tank, a reverb that emulates the effect produced by the spring reverbs found in vintage guitar amps. The most interesting feature of this pedal is its ability to switch on the fly between…... Click for more

JHS announces three new pedals

Wren and Cuff Box of War Fuzz Pedal

Wren and Cuff have built themselves a reputation for fuzz pedals. The Box of War is a meticulous recreation of the revered Russian Muff - the item is actually sold out and there's no waiting list for it. Reverb.com just shot this video of it - the pedal can be…... Click for more

Wren and Cuff Box of War Fuzz Pedal

The Sofas’ Pedals & Creative Process

This past summer of 2017, Brooklyn's The Sofas released their first single "Hum," which immediately resonated with oddball indie rock lovers and fans of those fuzzadelic records from the '90s bands like Flaming Lips and Mercury Rev were putting out early in their career. The band is about to release their debut full length "Chop Water"…... Click for more

The Sofas’ Pedals & Creative Process

ProAnalog Devices Ascension Octave Fuzz

Mike Hermans introduces us to this new octave fuzz by Indiana based boutique manufacturer ProAnalog Devices. More info from the manufacturer's description: Ascension’s octave up tracks from the first fret, to the highest fret, and everywhere in between. From a clean octave up, to thick, heavy, feedbacking octave fuzz, Ascension retains a…... Click for more

ProAnalog Devices Ascension Octave Fuzz

Dusky Electronics Octomotron Fuzz (demo)

Living Room demo of the Dusky Electronics Octomotron Fuzz! The Octomotron Fuzz is a new look at the classic octave fuzz circuit. Designed without reference to a particular pedal or circuit, the Octomotron has its own voice--brash and synthy. Adjusting your guitar's volume knob opens a dramatic range of timbres,…... Click for more

Dusky Electronics Octomotron Fuzz (demo)

Massive FX Pedals G.O.A.F. Fuzz

The G.O.A.F. (an acronym for "Golden Order of the Alchemist Fuzz") is one of the four debut pedals by a brand new, California based manufacturer called Massive FX Pedals. You can see the other (all hand made in the US) models on their website. The company is laser focused on creating pedals…... Click for more

Massive FX Pedals G.O.A.F. Fuzz

The Shacks’ Pedals and Guitar Tone

It’s difficult to believe that The Shacks’ “Strange Boy” (streaming below) was the first song that Shannon Wise ever recorded, but that’s how the story goes. The New York based duo (made up of Wise and Max Shrager) formed almost by accident, which only amplifies their chemistry. When Shrager’s whimsical arrangements…... Click for more

The Shacks’ Pedals and Guitar Tone

“Amazon doesn’t create demand” – Interview with Mike Matthews of EHX

In 2004, The Deli Magazine (the music publication that launched the Stompbox Exhibit and this very blog) was born with the mission of being on the side of small, independent, and local bands and artists, rather than the big, mainstream, and internationally recognized ones all the other music rags competed to…... Click for more

“Amazon doesn’t create demand” – Interview with Mike Matthews of EHX

Paradox Effects Fuzz-E-Cat

Hey did you know there is such a thing as a Mexican guitar pedal company? Paradox Effects is one of the most prominent stompbox manufacturers south of the border, check out the Gear Man Dude's video for this fuzz called Fuzz-E-Cat, and the rest of their cool pedal line here. From the manufacturer's…... Click for more

Paradox Effects Fuzz-E-Cat

KHDK Scuzz Box Fuzz

KHDK is a name that's gathering more and more attention in the world of stompboxes. The Scuzz Box is their take on fuzz. From the manufacturer's site: The Scuzz Box shines in two distinct modes: Scuzz and Fuzz. The Fuzz mode is your go-to, highly listenable sound with top-notch fuzz. Designed to shine…... Click for more

KHDK Scuzz Box Fuzz

TWA Dynamorph – Crazy Filter Fuzz Synth

Here's a pedal you'll be able to try at our 7th Brooklyn Stompbox Exhibit! This is a pretty insane pedal for the creative type. Check out the manufacturer's description: Guitar Effects Pedal Demo - TWA - Dynamorph - Crazy Filter Fuzz Synth Distortion? Fuzz? Filter? Synth? Dynamorph™ is all of…... Click for more

TWA Dynamorph – Crazy Filter Fuzz Synth