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Fredric Effects Classic Super Unpleasant Companion

$228.89 Price Tier: High-end

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The Fredric Effects Super Unpleasant Companion is a combined Shin-Ei FY-2 Companion Fuzz and FY-6 Superfuzz clone in a single enclosure that's exactly the same dimensions as the original Companion Fuzz.

We've been planning this one for a while, and are very proud of the result. We measured the last Shin-Ei (actually Kimbara branded) FY-2 to pass through our doors and got these new enclosures professionally fabricated to the same dimensions. They've improved upon the vintage boxes by using 1.2mm steel (still not heavy, but no longer bendy!) welding the joins, and using threaded inserts for the side screws. The enclosures are powder coated for a hard-wearing finish, and the classy 'Super Unpleasant Companion' name plates have also been professionally manufactured.

The circuit is a faithful reproduction of both the FY-2 companion fuzz and FY-6 Superfuzz. Choose either with the big toggle switch and the controls are: FY-2: Fuzztone, Volume (little switch does nothing) FY-6: Gain/Sustain, Volume, tone switch

Product specs

Power	9V
Bypass	true bypass
Analog/Digital	analog

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timhulio

Fredric Effects Super Unpleasant Companion FY-2 Companion, FY-6 Superfuzz in one

timhulio

Fredric Effects: Super Unpleasant Companion | Full Demo and Review

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Fredric Effects: Super Unpleasant Companion | What Is It?

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Pedal Demo: Fredric Effects Super Unpleasant Companion

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PROS

Versatile fuzz tones from fizzy 60s to wooly doom
High-quality, durable build
Maintains low-end frequencies well
Features two distinct circuits for varied sounds
Offers a scooped tone option
Attractive enclosure design
Affordable option for both beginners and enthusiasts

CONS

Not for those seeking a tame fuzz sound

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Ideal for genres like psychedelic solos, garage rock, shoegaze, and doom; not suited for subtle or smooth fuzz tones.
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Recommended for those specifically interested in the Psychocandy era of The Jesus and Mary Chain, suggesting a niche appeal.
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Achieves tones similar to Jesus and Mary Chain's "Psychocandy" when paired with a Gretsch Electromatic 5662T and spring reverb.
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The FY-6 Superfuzz mode is noted for achieving the guitar sound of "Psychocandy" by The Jesus and Mary Chain, who used a Shin-ei TR8 Fuzz Wah.
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Described as louder and more uncompromising than the EQD Terminal, with the inclusion of the Superfuzz circuit offering additional tonal diversity.
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The Super Unpleasant Companion is considered more "disgustingly brutal" compared to the Frazz Dazzler, which offers more flexibility in sound.
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Features and functionality

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The pedal's tone toggle switches between a noisy blast and a bassy scooped mode, with users preferring mode 1 for both settings.
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The 'Nouveau' version features a smaller enclosure with top jacks and knobs on the face, enhancing pedalboard compatibility.
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Users appreciate the wedge-style enclosure, which pays homage to vintage fuzz pedals while offering an intuitive layout.
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The pedal is silicone-based, allowing it to be placed anywhere in a chain without the typical placement restrictions of germanium-based fuzzes.
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The pedal combines the Shin Ei Companion Fuzz and Superfuzz topologies via a switchable toggle, offering two distinct, aggressive fuzz sounds in one unit.
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An internal trimpot offers users the ability to fine-tune the output to their liking, addressing volume drop issues found in original versions.
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User experience

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Some users experience challenges with playing chords due to the pedal's aggressive sound, recommending it more for single-note lines.
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Some users mention the pedal's tendency to create a "bandpassed" sound, with limited EQ control, which may not suit those preferring a more adjustable tone.
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The pedal is praised for its large output, with a typical volume control setting at noon providing abundant volume.
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Owners note the pedal can be "absolutely bonkers" when used after a compressor, providing a unique and wild sound palette.
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The pedal's dimensions are slightly larger than average vertical pedals, offering a compact but slightly wider form factor.
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xavierirvine

over 6 years ago

3 fantastic fuzz tones in one pedal.

If low-end is important to you or you're tuning down this pedal is a great option. I've had a couple of Fuzzes in the past that seem to have some fairly aggressive high-pass filtering in them, which must appeal to some players, but if you want a fuzz that preserves a lot of the bass frequencies then this one delivers in spades. The pedal contains two circuits, one is based on the Shinei FY-2 Companion Fuzz and the other based on the FY-6 Superfuzz, the latter has a tone switch that delivers quite a different "scooped" flavour. The FY-2 and FY-6 have been reviewed in detail elsewhere so I won't go into detail but all three tones sound great and would be useful in different contexts. The FY-2 is "zippery" and "buzzy" like a swarm of bees, and the FY-6 sounds more "normal".

jimmarchi1

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6 years ago over 6 years ago

I've owned both originals.... the FY2 I would describe as a box of detuned chainsaws. Ina ll the time I owned the FY2 I don't recall ever using it to make anything but irritating noise after a bad day at work. The superfuzz I used a lot until I got bored with it and realized it was worth a small fortune.