Home
... Musical Instruments
Guitar Pedals & Effects
Fuzz Pedals
JDM Pedals
JDM Pedals “Union Fuzz” Switchable Germanium/Silicon Fuzz Pedal

JDM Pedals “Union Fuzz” Switchable Germanium/Silicon Fuzz Pedal

$189.00 to $199.00 Price Tier: High-end

5.0 (1)

1 Review

0 wishlisted

2 saved

Page last updated Jan 16, 2026

Pricing and availability

We compare 600+ stores and found this item at 2 stores. Prices updated January 14, 2026.

Store

Reviews

Price

JDM Pedals

$199.00

View Deal

JoeDocMusic

$189.00

View Deal

Average Price: $194

High-end/Boutique

$60

$181+

Price Tier

In the Fuzz Effects Pedals category, JDM Pedals “Union Fuzz” Switchable Germanium/Silicon Fuzz Pedal is priced in the High-end/Boutique range. This premium gear is built to very high standards and offers premium features.

Budget

Standard

High-end

^* Product prices and availability are updated by Equipboard every 24hrs and are subject to change. Equipboard may receive compensation for purchases made at participating retailers linked on this site. This compensation does not affect what products or prices are displayed, or the order of prices listed. For more information, please refer to our affiliate disclosure.

Description

Edit description

Unleash your creativity with the JDM Pedals “Union Fuzz” Switchable Germanium/Silicon Fuzz Pedal, a powerhouse of tonal possibilities that brings the spirit of classic fuzz into the modern era. This pedal isn’t just about nostalgia; it’s a sonic chameleon that adapts to your style, offering a versatile palette of textures from the warm, vintage tones of germanium to the bright, aggressive edge of silicon.

With its innovative design, the Union Fuzz allows you to switch between silicon and germanium transistors for both the “Q1” and “Q2” positions. The Q1 transistor sets the stage, driving the fuzz and interacting with your guitar’s dynamics, while Q2 shapes the final character of your sound. Whether you favor a gritty, treble-rich silicon tone or the thick, syrupy sounds of germanium, this pedal delivers. The hi/lo gain switch adds another layer of versatility, letting you choose between a classic '60s fuzz or a more aggressive '70s-style distortion.

Add in the responsive “bias” control, and you have a pedal that not only sounds great but also reacts to your playing nuances. Lower bias settings give you that gated, harmonic-rich sound perfect for experimental textures, while higher settings smooth out your tone into overdrive-like bliss.

Whether you’re chasing the sounds of yesteryear or forging new auditory paths, the Union Fuzz is your ticket to a world of rich, expressive fuzz tones.

Key Features:

Switchable silicon and germanium transistors in both Q1 and Q2 positions
Hi/lo gain switch for versatility
Bias control for shaping harmonic content and sustain
Hand-wired for superior tone quality and durability
Offers a range of fuzz styles from classic to modern

Reviews

Add review

5.0 out of 5

Based on 1 Review and 1 Rating

5 star

4 star

3 star

2 star

1 star

tomteeee

119

over 7 years ago

Great price, better pedal!

This is a fantastic fuzz pedal. It has a wide variety of possibilities, given that it has both germanium and silicon transistors, but it also has: Low, High, and Treble Boost fuzz settings (overall style) A serious boost circuit....I mean, serious! Something like 12db at full tilt. Wow. Dedicated pre-gain setting knob (controls fuzziness amount) Texture (tone) knob

All of the above is changeable in any combination desired, and then you can do it all again with the other transistor! Insane. I can get screaming, flaming-marshmallow fuzz; I can get Hendrix-esque classic fuzz or Hendrix "Wild Thing" fuzz; I can get a pure boost with a tiny bit of hair on it; I can basically replicate any fuzz sound I want, all in one pedal.

They are hand-built, one-by-one, with true-bypass switching and all-analog construction. All at a completely unbelievable price-point. Get one! https://www.joedocmusic.com/jdm-pedals-union-fuzz-switchable-germanium-silicon-fuzz-pedal/