{"product_id":"vox-vfz-1-fuzz-pedal","title":"VOX VFZ-1 Fuzz Pedal","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"18\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"18\"\u003eVOX Fuzz VFZ-1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"63\"\u003eIconic 60s fuzz, reborn for modern players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"376\"\u003eFew effects have defined the sound of electric guitar quite like fuzz. The VFZ-1 celebrates this legacy by revisiting one of the most influential fuzz circuits of all time: the classic two-transistor design of the late 60s commonly known as the Mk 1.5, whose expressive breakup inspired a generation of players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"435\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"435\"\u003eClassic Germanium Character; Modern Silicon Stability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eVintage fuzz boxes are beloved for their warm, harmonically rich distortion, but their Germanium transistors present familiar issues: temperature drift, inconsistent performance, and high noise. While Silicon solves these problems, it rarely recreates the musical sweetness of Germanium, until now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eAfter extensive analysis of prized vintage units, VOX engineers developed a Silicon-based design that retains the magic of those originals. Each of the two Silicon transistors is biased at a precisely calculated operating point, allowing them to interact in the same musical, interdependent way as the best Mk 1.5 circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eThe result is a fuzz that is aggressive, yet refined, dynamic yet stable, combining timeless tone with modern reliability and exceptionally low noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10qr9ze\" data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003eVintage two-transistor fuzz design updated with modern stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yvlcw6\" data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003eSilicon transistors voiced for authentic Germanium-like tone and response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ppeajy\" data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003ePrecisely targeted biasing for an expanded sweet spot and natural cleanup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3ovens\" data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003eTwo premium Silicon transistors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ddpgt9\" data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eCrunch Switch for lower-gain, volume-rolled-back overdrive tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s80jyd\" data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003eBass Cut and Tone Cut controls for wide-ranging tonal shaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r6z2se\" data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eHigh input impedance allows placement anywhere in your signal chain, even after Wah pedals or buffers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dex9hx\" data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003eExceptionally low noise performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gopl67\" data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003eCompact, rugged, vintage-style enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zwidfp\" data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003eModern 9V pedalboard-friendly power compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003eThe Sound of Classic Fuzz and More\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"2229\"\u003eThe VFZ-1's carefully biased first transistor offers unusually high input impedance for a vintage-style fuzz, preserving your guitar's natural harmonics and enabling full compatibility with buffered pedals and Wahs. This solves a major limitation of classic fuzz designs and makes the VFZ-1 dramatically more flexible on modern boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2507\"\u003eThe second transistor shapes the fuzz's breakup character, recreating the smooth compression and rich overtone saturation reminiscent of an overdriven vintage valve amp. Together, the two stages deliver an expressive, musical fuzz with excellent cleanup and touch sensitivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2547\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2547\"\u003eShape Your Fuzz. Shape Your Voice.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2677\"\u003eOnce you've set the amount of fuzz via the main Fuzz control, the VFZ-1 offers expanded tonal tools designed for modern players:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"3138\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ztuk01\" data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"2824\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2694\"\u003eBass Cut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjusts how much low end enters the gain stages. Perfect for humbuckers, neck pickups, or tightening up the fuzz for rhythm work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gvx24i\" data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2952\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2840\"\u003eTone Cut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rolls off high frequencies at the output, great for smoothing harshness or dialing in the iconic \"violin\" tone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1a6nyfe\" data-start=\"2953\" data-end=\"3138\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003eCrunch Switch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Instantly produces the classic low-gain overdrive tones that vintage fuzzes create when the guitar's volume is rolled back, without touching your guitar's controls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3140\" data-end=\"3164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3140\" data-end=\"3164\"\u003eTradition, Perfected\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3166\" data-end=\"3513\"\u003eInspired by the classic Mk 1.5 and early two-transistor fuzzes, the VFZ-1 captures their liquid sustain, mid-rich presence, and dynamic feel but with lower noise, rock-solid stability, and greater flexibility. It delivers the organic breakup that made early fuzz tones so captivating while solving the usability issues that limited original units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3515\" data-end=\"3546\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3515\" data-end=\"3546\"\u003eLegendary Fuzz Within Reach\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3548\" data-end=\"3833\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAuthentic Mk 1.5 fuzz tones have become rare, expensive, and inconsistent. The VFZ-1 brings that unmistakable character to today's players with modern enhancements that make it easier to integrate, easier to control, and far more reliable without sacrificing the soul of the originals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vox","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53199058108725,"sku":"VOX-VFZ1 Fuzz-NEW","price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0532\/9839\/7369\/files\/191716.jpg?v=1784736378","url":"https:\/\/crazydavesmusic.com\/products\/vox-vfz-1-fuzz-pedal","provider":"Crazy Dave's Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}