Dunlop fuzz face guitar effects pedal guitar center. The mxr m178 classic fuzz, is the same exact circuit as the dark blue dunlop silicone fuzz face, with an added buffer switch, and a more pedal board friendly enclosure according to dunlop. Even his silicon sun face was extremely smooth, and the germanium high gain nkt 275 was just way smooth. Based on the iconic original fuzz face favored by hendrix, gilmour and allman, this pedal goes from light grit to fullon buzz with ease. The silicon fuzz face mini offers the same specs as an original 1970 fuzz face and features a matched pair of bc108 silicon transistors. Effects pedal fuzz, jimi hendrix signature limited edition, jimi hendrixs classic fuzz face sound, artwork by the legendary rock artist gered mankowitz, true bypass, controls for volume and fuzz, bypass footswitch, status led, metal housing. In this video i will set the trimpots of my dunlop fuzz face jdf2 hope you find it useful. Dunlop jimi hendrix system fuzz face the gear page. For more information on the pedals heard here, please visit.
Dunlop ffm3 jimi hendrix fuzz face mini distortion. The dunlop eric johnson fuzz face is erics choices for. Fuzz effect pedal for electric guitar exact replica of the original circuit of jhf1 hendrix fuzz face, legendary fuzz face sounds, pedalboard friendly dimensions, controls for volume and fuzz, bright status led, 6. A faithful reproduction of the 196970 dallas arbiter fuzz face that was used on albums like band of gypsys, this pedal was born out of dunlop s. That could have been because i had the volume at 12 oclock like the book told me to. Plugging a 64 rickenbacker 360 into a 70s dallasarbiter fuzz face with bc109c silicon transistors and then into a 64 vox ac30, you realize just how peaky the effects fuzz control can be. Dunlop jhf1 hendrix, fulltone 70, fulltone 69, analogman rca, analogman tiuk, chase tone red velvet, skreddy lunar module, mcneece. If you fancy building your own fuzz face, our good friend doctor tweek also sells a nice range of silicon transistors including bc108s and 9s. It produces a characteristic high distorted sound called fuzz. Well since im looking into a tube combo amp as my next gear purchase, ill need a fuzz pedal and im thinking either the ibanez tube screamer or dunlop fuzzface. The others are highergain models with silicon transistors. Not to be confused with the 1987 1993 jh2 jimi hendrix fuzz face reissue.
Dunlops engineering department examined hoards of vintage fuzz faces, honing in on a few. Dunlop jimi hendrix fuzz face ltd thomann united states. The fuzz is always onthe only thing changing is the guitars volume knob setting. Yeah there is the hendirx 108c and the reuglar blue silicon fuzz face 108c. We consistently create the best selling picks and analog electronics, and carry a large line of accessories that set industry standards in their respective fields.
The dunlop fuzz face mini germanium is a mini version of one of the most iconic fuzz pedals ever created the fuzz face. The hendrix 108c has lower to mid gain compared to the higher gain blue silicon fuzz face 108c. An early adopter of the fuzz face was jimi hendrix, who used it on songs such as fire and love or confusion. Featuring the iconic fuzz face chassis and streamlined controls for volume and fuzz, the fuzz face germanium is an industry standard effect at home on any pedalboard. Of all the current dunlop reissues and signature models, this is the most vintage sounding, with an open and. In love or confusion jimi certainly does use a fuzz box on some of the guitar tracks. The russian model is smoother and more balance, the usa model ruder and more aggressive. Aug 25, 20 the fuzz face mini germanium is one of three new smallformat dunlop fuzz faces. The circuit was soon altered by sola sound or perhaps more accurately one of the consultant boffins sola sound utilised. Dunlop mxr jimi hendrix fuzz face, gypsy fuzz and univibe. We have a long list of legendary and modernday superstars who all share a passion for our. The fuzz face seems to have more treble, but it also yields less fuzz since it only uses 2 transistors as opposed to the big muffs 4 transistors. A quick way to tell the difference is to look at the smile on the face.
The fuzz face was a vital part of jimis tone and was the heart of jimis drive tones on are you experienced. When the guitars volume is set to maximum, you will notice the fuzz has a very woofy, compressed and dark sound. The dunlop jimi hendrix fuzz face is a meticulously faithful reproduction of the 196970 dallas arbiter fuzz face that jimi used on classic albums like band of gypsys. Buy dunlop ffm3 jimi hendrixtm fuzz face mini distortion. Very usefull controls to dial on what you need, ea pedals have very useful controls on all their pedals i have found. Probably the most famous fuzz user out there was jimi hendrix. Since arbiter launched the noble fuzz face back in 1966, the pedal has been stepped on by the likes of jimi hendrix, david gilmour of pink floyd and blues guitarists philip sayce and joe bonamassa. The circuit found in the fuzz face appeared first in a competitors product, the early version of sola sounds tone bender mkii.
The dunlop fuzz face is ruggedly constructed to the original germanium pnp transistor design and vintage specs. Dunlop s engineering department examined hoards of vintage fuzz faces, honing in on a few units which possessed that unmistakable jimi voodoo. The fuzz face is a surprisingly simple circuit and each element is vital to its sound. This newer version is also produced in mini form for the spacesavers out there. The red dunlop ge fuzz face sucks, you want a ge fuzz face, buy boutique. Comes with a center screw that will fit new dunlop fuzz pedals. Regular vs mini fuzz face fender stratocaster guitar forum.
Dec 21, 2010 in the years since, dunlop, who have made the fuzz face since the 90s, worked with bonamassa to create the ultimate fuzz face for his searing blues style and humbuckercentric approach. The fuzz face mini from dunlop offers vintage silicon transistor fuzztones in an unbelievable pedalboard friendly design. Fuzz face is loaded with bc108 silicon transistors which have their own unique attack and brighter, aggressive nature. Four tips to make the most of your fuzz face zzounds music blog. Dunlop fuzz face guitar effects pedal musicians friend. This rather crudely made pedal was originally housed in a round casing, fashioned after the base of an old style mic stand. The fuzz face is a distortion guitar pedal designed in london by arbitrer electronics ltd in the autumn of 1966. The unit only contained a few components and was relatively cheap. Always been a massive fan of fuzz pedals and this one for me is perfect, this landmine fuzz pedal offers a basic but extremely unique fuzz tone which can be recognized across music since the 60s. After watching a few demos of the ffm3 on youtube i felt sure this pedal would.
The red dunlop fuzz faces have improved in recent years. The modern dunlop jimi hendrix fuzz face the blue one also uses silicon transistors bc108s. Its design is based off the arbiter fuzz jimi hendrix famously used back in the late 60s. Vintage humbucker bridge pickup, fuzz face controls at maximum. This is not only an exact copy, the dunlop engineers went through a pile of fuzzface madness. Silicon fuzz face clone into a clean fender amp simulation. It is designed to produce a distorted sound referred to as fuzz, originally achieved through accident such as broken electrical components or damaged speakers. That could have been because i had the volume at 12 oclock like the book told me to do. Ha ha funy i had my facebok page open in another tab and was confused a little by the hack coming up on face book. Fuzz face, unequivocally and subjectively wins hands down. Dunlop fuzz face germanium vs silicon, fuzz beforeafter wah, history and more. Fuzzface mini shootout which one fender stratocaster. Great product offering vintage silicon transistor fuzztones. The jimi hendrix 70th anniversary tribute series fuzz face produces one of the most sought after sounds in a compact, road worthy format.
I just want a mean, dirty tone thats also kinda clean and articulate at the same time. By using our services, you agree to our use of cookies. Electro harmonix big muff pi pedal for electric guitar silver. I am wondering if you might be able to get less mud and more treble by changing some of the pots with different value pots. Powered by the dunlop ecb201 ac jump andor 9 volt battery. Building a germanium fuzz face guitar pedal hackaday. Part of dunlop s signature artist reissues of the original dallasarbiter fuzz face, this one employs a bc108 silicon transistor instead of germanium. Cookies help us improve performance, enhance user experience and deliver our services. Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of items. The fuzz face is a smoother, woollier fuzz, which very much interactive with the guitars volume. Dunlop fuzzface guitar pedal restoration decal set white. This fuzz pedal is based on the mid 60s pre silicon era models that use a pair of mismatched germanium transistors to get a warmer and more unique sounding fuzz. Our jdf2 fuzz face, meanwhile, is a reissue of the earlier redfaced. Part of dunlops signature artist reissues of the original dallasarbiter fuzz face, this one employs a bc108 silicon transistor instead of germanium.
Hey folks, i got this silicone transistor dunlop fuzz face a few years back and its always given me the most epic feedback swells. Vintage strat bridge pickup, fuzz face controls at maximum. The jimi hendrix fuzz face mini offers a circuit identical to that of dunlops jhf1 jimi hendrix fuzz face, based on hendrixs own dallasarbiter fuzz face from 196970 and featuring bc108 silicon. The dunlop jimi hendrix fuzzface is another shining example of the dedication of dunlops engineers to. Page 2 max volume dunlop fuzz face is ruggedly constructed to the original germanium pnp transistor design and vintage specs. Unfollow jim dunlop fuzz face to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Dunlop jimi hendrix fuzz face video demo gearslutz. Dunlop fuzz face mini germanium ffm2 joe gore audio clip labels. Ruggedly constructed to the original germanium pnp transistor design and vintage specs. Seriously though, very different fuzzes with different applications. The fuzz face is an effects pedal for electric guitar, used also by some electric bass players. Hendrixs public use of the fuzz face meant many aspiring guitar heroes also adopted the pedal. Dunlop ffm1 fuzz face mini with silicon transistors using your volume knob in conjunction with the pedal is very important. Apr 15, 2014 the silicon fuzz face mini offers the same specs as an original 1970 fuzz face and features a matched pair of bc108 silicon transistors.
In 93, dunlop bought the name and today offers several versions with modern reliability. The ending of stone free may be, if im hearing things right, the first use of a fuzz face by hendrix on record specifically the unexpected shift to a fuzzy fchord and fade out at about 3. From picks to pedals and every accessory in between, dunlop manufacturing has been creating worldclass gear for musicians for over 50 years. Ivor arbiter took the round shaped enclosure idea from a microphone stand and it was the first pedal including a dpdt stompswitch. A faithful reproduction of the 196970 dallas arbiter fuzz face that was used on albums like band of gypsys, this pedal was born out of dunlops. Buy dunlop jdf2 fuzz face distortion with fast shipping and toprated customer service. He was a long time user of fuzz pedals to help boost his marshalls into this insane overdrive that nobody else had going on at the time. Comes with stickon rubber feet and holes for other types of feet that you can use. The origin of the fuzz face circuit the early sola sound tone bender mk ii. Dunlop fuzz face mini germanium ffm2 premier guitar.
Great pedal, was somewhat confusing setting up since i often neglect reading manuals which is a very bad habit, just remember to connect the amp to. I use an earthbound audio centurion for fuzz face type fuzz on bass. Dunlop ffm3 jimi hendrixtm fuzz face mini distortion. Any one of the killer fuzz face units here will impress you, but since were on the subject of hendrix, well suggest starting out with the jimi hendrix fuzz face mini turquoise guitar effects pedal. The fuzz face mini pedal line features legendary fuzz face tones in smaller, more pedalboardfriendly housings with several modern appointments.
Dunlop fuzz faces, to be honest i think the dunlops are perfectly decent, but if smooth is what you want, analogman is 100% the guy you need to go to. Built to the exact specifications of the original dallasarbiter fuzz face. The classic fuzz box used by jimi hendrix and other legendary rockers of the 60s and 70s. The jimi hendrix fuzzface is an exact duplicate of the 1969 dallas arbiter fuzz face that jimi used. Here is a sample of the centurion from excane, as well as a couple other ea fuzzies. The hendrix is offered in both mini and big versions while the regular blue fuzz face is just mini. The version that dunlop made in the 90s that used ac128 transistors tends not to have as many fans as the newer red ones that use matched nkt275s.
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