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Description
Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi: Unleash your sound with the perfect harmony of legendary heritage, versatile performance, and modern convenience. This compact pedal revives the iconic Big Muff Pi circuit, adored by the likes of Jimi Hendrix, David Gilmour, and Jack White, making it a staple in rock music since the 70s. It delivers a broad spectrum of aggressive tones, from warm, wooly rhythm tones to biting lead ones, all in a size that's kinder to your pedalboard. The Nano Big Muff Pi comes with easy-to-dial Volume, Tone, and Sustain controls, allowing you to shape your sound from mild overdrive to walls of distortion. Built to brave the rigors of the road, this robust pedal promises consistent performance, empowering you to focus on your craft, rather than your gear.
Key Features:
- Iconic Big Muff Pi circuit in a Nano size, perfect for pedalboards
- Wide-ranging distortion/fuzz effect for electric guitar or bass
- Simple yet powerful controls for Volume, Tone, and Sustain
- Favored by legendary guitarists like Jimi Hendrix, David Gilmour, Santana, and countless others
- Durable, road-ready design built to withstand temperature and humidity changes
- Compact, rugged nano enclosure with true bypass
Owner's manual
Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi User ManualProduct specs
| Pedal Type | Distortion/Fuzz |
| Analog/Digital | Analog |
| Inputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| Outputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| Bypass Switching | True Bypass |
| EQ | Tone Control |
| Controls | Sustain, Volume |
| Power Source | 9V DC power supply (sold separately) |
| Batteries | 1 x 9V |
| Height | 2" |
| Width | 2.2" |
| Depth | 4.3" |
| Weight | 0.55 lbs. |
FAQs
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What type of power supply does the Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi require?
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The Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi requires a 9V DC power supply, which is sold separately. It can also operate using one 9V battery.
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Does the Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi have true bypass switching?
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Yes, the Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi features true bypass switching, which helps preserve your guitar's tone when the pedal is not engaged.
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Is the Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi suitable for bass guitar?
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While primarily designed for electric guitar, the Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi can be used with bass guitars, though it may cause some low-end loss. For bass-specific fuzz, consider pedals designed specifically for bass.
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What are the main controls on the Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi?
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The Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi features three main controls: Sustain, Volume, and Tone, allowing you to shape your fuzz sound from smooth sustain to aggressive distortion.
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How does the Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi differ from the original Big Muff?
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The Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi offers the same classic fuzz tones as the original Big Muff but in a more compact and pedalboard-friendly size, making it ideal for musicians with limited space.
Videos
EHX
Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi Fuzz / Distortion / Sustainer Pedal (Demo by Bill Ruppert)
Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi Fuzz / Distortion / Sustainer Pedal (Demo by Bill Ruppert)
EHX
Choosing a Big Muff Pedal: Comparing 6 Varieties | Reverb Tone Report
Reverb
Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi Fuzz Pedal Review by Sweetwater Sound
Sweetwater
Famous Guitar Riffs using the Big Muff Pi Nano
SRGuitar
Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi | Reverb Demo Video
Reverb
Big Muff shoot-out | Nano Big Muff vs NYC model
JJ of the T
Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi
Jack Fossett
Electro-Harmox EHX Big Muff Pi Nano Distortion/Fuzz Pedal Review
Bside Talks Guitar
Electro-Harmonix - Nano Big Muff Pi - Demo
Ryan Lutton
Electro Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi Distortion Pedal | Gear4music demo
Gear4music Guitars
Nano Big Muff Pedal Demo | Electro Harmonix
ETG_Music
Reviews
PROS
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Compact size saves pedalboard space
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Authentic Big Muff fuzz tones, comparable to the original
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Works well with both humbucker and single-coil pickups
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Excellent sustain capabilities
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Versatile, capable of achieving a range of sounds from overdrive to heavy fuzz
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Durable construction, built like a tank
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Clear and present sound, even when compared to larger models
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Easy to dial in desired tones with simple control layout
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Compatible with other pedals for expanded sound options
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Affordable, offering great value for its sound quality
CONS
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Noticeable low end hum difficult to dial out in mixes
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Lacks headroom when stacking with other pedals
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Can overpower effects earlier in the signal chain
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Sound may be too overwhelming for some uses
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Some find it tricky to set for desired sound
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Battery compartment design can be inconvenient
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When used for direct recording, can sound digitized
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May not be ideal for palm-muted metal tones
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi.
Comparisons
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The Boss Katana's Big Muff emulation is praised for closely replicating the real pedal's sound, with some users preferring its RAT setting.
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The Nano Big Muff is favored for its compact size, making it a practical choice for those with limited pedalboard space.
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Some users find the Nano Big Muff to sound "boxy" and lacking top end compared to the USA big box version, leading to a less enjoyable experience for some.
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The OpAmp Nano Muff is recommended for those seeking a modern, scooped, and saturated Muff sound, offering a distinct tonal character compared to the standard Nano.
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The Rat is often seen as a more versatile option due to its mid-focused character, making it more compatible with various gear setups compared to the mid-scooped Nano Big Muff.
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Features and functionality
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Differences in circuit component values can lead to variations in sound across different Big Muff versions.
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Newer big-box NYC Muffs now include a Boss power jack as standard, whereas much older versions use a 3.5mm adapter, which may require additional adapters for modern setups.
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The Nano Big Muff's tone control is noted to have only 3-4 sweet spots, affecting its versatility in sound shaping compared to other fuzz pedals.
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User experience
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Some owners note that each Big Muff, including the Nano, may have a slightly unique sound, reflecting individual pedal variations over time.
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Owners note that despite the identical circuitry between the Nano and USA versions, personal preferences for tonal characteristics can lead to differing satisfaction with each model.
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It's reported that the Nano Big Muff can get lost in a mix if used with an amp that has any distortion due to its scooped mids.
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Use cases and applications
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The Wicker Big Muff variant is highlighted for its tone bypass feature, which is described as "magical" by some users, offering a unique sound option.
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For alternative, grunge, shoegaze, and post-punk genres, the Nano Big Muff provides a classic shoegaze fuzz sound, particularly when paired with an overdrive pedal.
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Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 29 Reviews and 177 Ratings
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It's not for everyone or every genre, but it rules in their style
The nano big muff has a very characteristic EQ with no mids which is in fact the special and iconic feature of the pedal, providing a huge and dark distorted sound. It's so unique that is not a very versatile fuzz pedal and that's why I added some mods for having 2 more alternatives of distortion/fuzz sounds.
161522
Excellent Pedal
The Big Muff has been around since 1969 and I can see why. Its distortion is truly unique: a thick and creamy buzzsaw that has the capacity to make your instrument sound heavy. This one in particular is cheaper than the original!
Contrary to its advertising, the Nano Big Muff Pi does not have the same tone as its larger predecessor. In YouTube comments on video reviews of the Nano, people have stated that they had emailed Electro-Harmonix about the claim and were told that the Nano actually has a bit more prominent high end frequencies (this is a result of the smaller circuit, which reduces capacitance). To me, this is part of the Nano's appeal; it balances out the mid-scoop that is characteristic of the NYC Big Muff.
The fact that the Big Muff walks the line between distortion and fuzz also gives it versatility. When I play the opening riff to Radiohead's "Airbag," its buzzy tone works as a good substitute for the studio recording's Marshall Shredmaster, which is discontinued. For Guster enthusiasts, the Nano also reminds me of the distortion present in the opening riff of "Demons."
A fair warning, however: the Big Muff is a powerful pedal. Depending on what pedals you use in conjunction with the Nano, the Nano will overpower those effects that come before it in a signal chain. This comes in handy if you only want a little bit of those pedals to bubble beneath the surface of the Big Muff, but keep the distortion's strength in mind.
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Gold standard
If you’re curious about fuzz, this should probably be the first one you buy. Well, this or any of the other muffs. I dig this one because it fits easily on my board and sounds tremendous. No brainer here!
Preferred Settings + Usage:
I like rolling the tone back to about 9 o’clock and cranking that sustain. Lets those riffs breathe nice and slow and deep.
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Lovely pedal!
Sound is amazing. Im using Boss Katana MkII 100w. Chain like this Guitar > TC Electronic Cinders > Amp regular in and send > Joyo R12 Eq > return. Crazy, wonderfull, amazing sound. All 60s & 70s Turkish Syko song are available. Sustain very powerfull Im using almost full down. Just I didnt like switch, its very hard, switch on/of very difficult. Pedal is available Rock, Psychedelic Rock maybe Hard Rock. I advise.
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Mid Scooped
The nano pi makes a huge sound, but I find that I can't actually use it for anything. It's a wall of bass and treble with no mids.
It sounds great solo jamming, but whenever I try to use it in a song it just sounds horrible. It wants to eat the whole sonic landscape - except for the mids - which is where a guitar is supposed to live.
A fun toy, but not an actually useful fuzz for my needs.
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HAHAH! the big muff curse... tis not even a fuzz, 90% of the distortion is produced by clipping stages utilizing the susual back to back diodes to ground, dude... its a very gainy distortion with discrete transistors instead of a dual opamp like most other diode-clippers...the big muff is the most useless and over-myhtologized effect ever. I have owned tons of different ones over the last 15 years and I just give up. Swap it for a rat if you want a distortion that can do fuzz.
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Good pedal
Is a good middle of the road muff, can be quite versatile and doesn't sound too bad boosted by a tube screamer.
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I would just recommend you try it out in person before you buy it.
I got this used for around $70. Previously, I mentioned that I had some issues. But I tried it again after messing with the EQs on the amp and the pedal, and it sounds great with my Tele. Strangely, I don't like it as much on the LP.
41029
its because a big muff has no midrange and very little attack, it gets swallowed up by drums and bass. Those sounds you want are in there, but you need to have the right guitar and amp and play hella loud.
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Smashing Pumpkins pedal
This pedal emulates the thick and grungy fuzz from the 90s quite well. It sounds like Nirvana and the Smashing Pumpkins to me when I activate it. Has incredible sustain, tone, and volume output. Has a little feedback when you're not playing but a noise gate pedal makes sound just fine. Good for solos and heavy distorted chords. This is also not as much as a pedal real-estate consumer compared to the Original Big Muff Pi. Get it!
Artist usage
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Shot during 'Cigarettes after sex' gig in Tel Aviv, 5/12/2018
This was on his board 11/04/2016 at their Show at Cat's Cradle. Used to get his real sludgy tones like on the tail end of the jam for recent versions of Purple Yellow Red and Blue.
Located in the center of Jason Simon’s board. From Dead Meadow’s show at Killowatt.
According to Premier Guitar's Rig Rundown with Citizen, Nick uses an EHX Nano Big Muff.
In an Instagram post by Nick Steinhardt with the caption "Play time," he is seen using the Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi.
In a photograph of Matthew Caws' pedalboard from the first leg of the Moon Mirror Tour, the Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi is clearly visible.
"Then we have (...) this Nano Muff, which I actually compared to my Sovtek Muff and could hardly tell the difference, so they did a nice job of replicating [it]." From around 4:00 in this video.
This May 2022 photograph shows a close-up of the pedals used by Harry McVeigh. An Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi can be seen as one of the pedals present on the pedalboard. This being one of the earliest photographs available showing this pedal, it is very likely that McVeigh has been using this pedal since the recordings of the 2022 album As I Try Not to Fall Apart, most likely replacing the Boss FZ-2 Hyper Fuzz.
Image source: Arte Sonora | Fotoreportagem: Boas Segundas com White Lies e Charming Liars em Lisboa
In an Instagram post by La Femme on October 16, 2016, Sacha Got is shown using the Electro-Harmonix Nano Big Muff Pi as the second-to-last pedal in his effects chain.
Denver Dalley (guitar for Desaparecidos) re-did his board
As seen on pedal board at start of clip.
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