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Description

Modern Maestro Fuzz Tone FZ-1S

Fuzz Master is a modern take on vintage Maestro Fuzz Tone FZ-1S, using low-noise MPSA18 transistors for buffer/mixing signals and BC109C for gain stages. The pedal has a mod allowing to switch signal clipping using BC550 transistors (same as in Maestro one), red LEDs and NOS Germanium diodes. The pedal uses soft footswitches in combination with Attiny microcontroller and relays for switching bypass and mode. In addition, to turn the pedal off/on or change the fuzz mode it allows to temporarily enable/disable it using long-press (longer than 350ms).

Controls:

Volume - effect output level. Balance - mixes clean signal with fuzz. Sustain - controls amount of gain. Voice switch - toggles tree clipping options: Classic (BC550 transistors, same as in Maestro one), Loud (red LEDs) and Smooth (NOS Germanium) diodes. Bypass and Mode footswitches - switch bypass and fuzz mode respectively, both could be used momentary on long press (> 150ms).

Power Supply: 9V DC adapter (Boss-style negative center) not included. No batteries. They are bad for the environment 🌲.

Product specs

Power 9V
Bypass true bypass
Analog/Digital analog
Drunk Beaver Pedals

Drunk Beaver Pedals

Fuzz Master (modern Maestro Fuzz-Tone FZ-1S) Quick Demo

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Fuzz Master (modern Maestro Fuzz-Tone FZ-1S) Quick Demo

Drunk Beaver Pedals

Drunk Beaver Pedals

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Drunk Beaver Fuzz Master - a fuzz "maestro"

Mind the G.A.S.

Mind the G.A.S.

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Fuzz Master by Drunk Beaver - a perfected Maestro fuzz

We As A Company

We As A Company

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Guitar Pedal X - News - Drunk Beaver's latest Fuzz Master Pedal Perfects the Maestro FZ-1S Formula with Silicon BC109C and MPSA20 Transistors

guitarpedalx.com

Drunk Beaver's Fuzz Master is a masterclass in fuzz design, brilliantly enhancing the classic Maestro FZ-1S formula with a sophisticated transistor setup. The pedal's versatility shines through its multiple controls, allowing users to tailor their sound across various modes and voicings. While the new graphics have been praised, some may find the absence of a bias or tone control a slight letdown. Despite this, it excels in delivering rich, textured fuzz tones that cater to a range of playing styles. The Fuzz Master is a compelling choice for fuzz aficionados, though those seeking more comprehensive controls might need to look elsewhere.

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