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Analog Man Sun Face Bart/RCA Fuzz

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The Sunface has many transistor options, there is no BEST, they are all very similar but have some differences that could make some better than others for your needs. Here is a short summary, much more info is on the Sunface page on analogman.com BART: these became available in 2020, BIG fuzz sounds but excellent cleanup throughout the volume pot range on your guitar. Cuts through great, some edge and crunch to the sounds. Run the FUZZ knob down a bit and the BIAS up a bit for cleaner sounds like the white dot NKT275. These will use the slightly larger case as they are too big for the small case. This case allows any options (top jacks, on/off pot, top power jack if no CLEAN knob). These are sometimes just a little noisy (white noise/hiss) and come in Medium-high gain. We also have a different model of the BART which is low gain and has a Big Muff sort of sound, like an AC128 transistor, not as clear as our others but great for that thick compressed sound. RCA: These are back in 2021! These are the only Germanium transistors we have found that are not very temperature sensitive. These are pretty bright, and can get very clean. These tend to be a bit noisier than others but we don't use them if they are too noisy. They come in low gain and higher gain (med-high). Low gain still has plenty of fuzz. IN 2022 we got some that look the same but made in 1967. These are high gain for Germanium but sound great, though not good at extreme temperatures.

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Power	9V
Bypass	true bypass
Analog/Digital	analog

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Analog Man Sun Face Bart/RCA Fuzz.

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The Dunlop Bonamassa Fuzz Face is favored for humbucker-equipped guitars, with some owners preferring the original copper version over the mini for its aesthetic appeal.
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Users highlight the Sun Bender Mk 1.5 for humbucker-equipped guitars, offering an alternative to the Sun Face for certain tones.
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The BART/RCA is noted for its higher gain and rawer sound compared to the NKT-275, suitable for players seeking grit and snarl.
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User experience

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Owners note that setting the fuzz control lower can yield a germanium overdrive-like sound, surprising many with its tonal versatility.
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Owners highlight the BART/RCA Sun Face as a worthwhile investment despite its higher price, finding that it excels in stability and tonal range.
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Owners report low white noise levels, particularly when used with a power conditioner and 9V battery.
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Value and pricing

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Direct purchases from Analog Man can cost around £170, although prices may vary with currency fluctuations.
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Use cases and applications

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The pedal excels when paired with a tweed-based circuit amp, but settings might need adjustment for blackface or Marshall amps.
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The BART/RCA Sun Face is noted for its versatility with humbucker-equipped guitars, providing a wide range of usable tones by adjusting the guitar's volume knob.
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Guitarists appreciate the pedal's ability to clean up with guitar volume adjustments, especially favoring germanium fuzz for dynamic control.
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Setup and maintenance

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Some users recommend adjusting the internal gain trimmer to reduce flubby bass and improve volume knob taper on the guitar.
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The pedal's performance can vary significantly based on guitar pickups, amp, and signal chain, emphasizing the importance of setup compatibility.
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Features and functionality

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The Sun Face BART/RCA includes a sun dial bias knob that allows for fine-tuning the pedal's response and tone.
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The BART/RCA hybrid uses one BART transistor and one RCA transistor for a unique gain and tonal characteristic.
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The BART/RCA Sun Face offers a lot of low-end response and higher gain, providing clarity and additional gain when paired with a 2Nxxx RCA transistor.
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The pedal lacks an LED or power jack, but users find that a 9V battery lasts for years, minimizing maintenance.
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The Sun Dial feature on the Sun Face helps mitigate temperature-related issues, although extreme conditions like direct sunlight on stage may still affect performance.
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tomisfer

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over 3 years ago

The true sound of a fuzz face

This pedal is absolutely insane! Mike is the best fuzz pedal builder alive and any Sunface is a proof of that.

The BART/ Rca is thick sounding, woolly and smooth. The volume cleanup is superb. I pretty much leave it on all the time just riding the guitar volume and tone knobs to adapt to the other pedals. I can’t recommend this enough.

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