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Description
Immerse yourself in the world of legendary guitar tones with the Dunlop JHF1 Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face. This is not just a pedal, it's a carefully crafted musical time machine, transporting you back to the glorious days of the late 60s when the epic sounds of Jimi Hendrix dominated the airwaves.
This Fuzz Face is a meticulous reproduction of the 1969-70 Dallas Arbiter Fuzz Face model that Jimi Hendrix used to create his ground-breaking sounds. Dunlop's dedicated engineering team examined a multitude of vintage Fuzz Face pedals, zeroing in on the few that embodied that distinctive Jimi Hendrix essence.
At the heart of this pedal is the BC108 silicon transistor, known for its tonal richness. Every detail of the original is replicated here, from the hand-wired brown circuit board with no solder mask, to the circuitry matched to original specs. The classic circular chassis and the original Fuzz Face knobs, all finished in a rare vintage turquoise hammertone, complete the package.
Whether you're a Hendrix fan, a Fuzz Face fanatic, or a guitarist in search of the perfect fuzz tone, the Dunlop JHF1 Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face is a collectable piece you'd love to own and play.
Key Features:
- Meticulously faithful reproduction of the 1969-70 Dallas Arbiter Fuzz Face model
- Authentic BC108 silicon transistor at the core
- Hand-wired brown circuit board with no solder mask
- Circuitry carefully matched to original specs
- 100% accurate circular chassis with cloned original Fuzz Face knobs
- Finished in rare vintage turquoise hammertone for an authentic look
Product specs
| Pedal Type | Fuzz |
| Analog/Digital | Analog |
| Inputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| Outputs | 1 x 1/4" |
| Bypass Switching | True Bypass |
| Power Source | Battery only |
| Batteries | 1 x 9V |
| Height | 3.25" |
| Width | 7.25" |
| Depth | 8" |
| Weight | 2.5 lbs. |
FAQs
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What makes the Dunlop JHF1 Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face unique compared to other fuzz pedals?
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The Dunlop JHF1 is a faithful reproduction of the 1969-70 Dallas Arbiter Fuzz Face, capturing the iconic tones used by Jimi Hendrix on classic albums. It is known for its warm, rich fuzz and dynamic response, making it a favorite for recreating vintage rock sounds.
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Does the Dunlop JHF1 Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face work with both guitar and bass?
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While primarily designed for electric guitar, the Dunlop JHF1 can also be used with bass guitars. However, due to its specific tonal characteristics, it may roll off some low-end frequencies when used with bass.
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Is the Dunlop JHF1 Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face suitable for modern music styles?
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The Dunlop JHF1 is ideal for classic rock and blues tones, but it can be creatively used in modern genres that benefit from vintage fuzz textures. Its analog design provides a warm, organic sound that can complement various styles.
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How is the Dunlop JHF1 powered, and does it support external power supplies?
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The Dunlop JHF1 Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face is powered solely by a 9V battery and does not support external power supplies. This design choice helps maintain its vintage tone and simplicity.
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What is the bypass type on the Dunlop JHF1 Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face?
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The Dunlop JHF1 features true bypass switching, ensuring that your guitar's signal remains uncolored when the pedal is not engaged. This is ideal for maintaining signal integrity in your pedalboard setup.
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Reviews
PROS
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Authentic Hendrix tone, from clean to full fuzz
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Volume knob control offers tonal versatility
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Sturdy construction, built to last
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True to original design, excellent reproduction
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Cleans up nicely with guitar volume adjustments
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Responsive to playing dynamics
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Enhances classic rock and blues rock sounds
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Simple, easy-to-use controls
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Compatible with various guitar and amp combinations
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Midrange warmth adds character to sound
CONS
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Only operates on a 9-volt battery, no external power option
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Requires careful rig configuration and playing style adaptation
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Does not work well with buffered pedals in front
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Larger than expected, can be inconvenient for pedalboards
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Some components (knobs, on/off switch) feel cheap or flimsy
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Dunlop JHF1 Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face.
Setup and maintenance
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Owners report that input and output jacks can be switched easily, as there's sufficient wire length and they aren't mounted on a board.
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Features and functionality
User experience
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Users highlight the pedal's responsiveness to the volume pot on a Strat, achieving "enhanced clean tones" with American Standard pickups.
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A user finds that the germanium fuzz provides a pronounced high end when rolling back the guitar volume, adding a Strat-like feel to a Les Paul.
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Owners describe the Hendrix silicon version as brighter with more gain compared to the darker, smoother Germanium fuzz, making it suitable for amps with a darker tone.
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Some users find the silicon fuzz face can become brittle and add low end, which might be fatiguing with certain amps, affecting the perceived upper frequencies.
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Use cases and applications
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It's noted that the pedal excels with single-coil pickups but may hiss if placed incorrectly in the signal chain.
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Pairing the pedal with a compressor can produce a gated tone, expanding its versatility for different sound styles.
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Germanium fuzz is preferred for humbuckers due to its darker and warmer characteristics, while silicon is noted to work better with single-coil pickups.
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Rolling back the fuzz knob on a silicon fuzz face can mimic the darker tones of a germanium, especially useful with amps like Fenders that are naturally brighter.
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Comparisons
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The mini version of the pedal is said to share the same circuit as the full-size, sparking debate on sound equivalence.
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The Hendrix silicon fuzz face is described as grittier with more crunch, whereas the red germanium version is thicker and sharper sounding.
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BC108 transistors in the Hendrix fuzz face provide smooth yet not overly harsh tones, which can split the difference between harsh BC109s and smooth BC183s.
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The Jimi Hendrix version is noted to sit between the traditional Germanium and Silicon versions, offering a balance of brightness and gain without the harshness.
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4.5 out of 5
Based on 5 Reviews and 48 Ratings
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Good sound and looks. Disappointing build quality.
Reissue of a vintage Jimi Hendrix guitar fuzz effect. Sounds and looks like a blast from the past. It has a nice metal casing with a nice shape and colour. There's a smaller version available, but since I wanted a modern classic, I decided to spend a bit more money on the big one that looks more like the original. It's a bit bigger than I expected though to the point it's a little inconvenient, yet it's surprisingly light. It needs a battery to power, but there's no battery compartment. You need to unscrew the entire bottom, and when you do you see nothing much is going on inside and nothing is held into place properly. Looks like a few good shakes will break it. The on/of switch ins incredibly noisy and needs more force force to press than I'm willing to expose this flimsy thing to. The pods are made of cheap plastic and aren't put on straight, so they change angle as you turn them. The volume pod moves much smoother than the one for fuzz.
It's more expensive than any of my Boss pedals, even though those are twice as small, just as heavy and feel ten times more solid and can be powered using an adapter or even just with the line in.
I'd give it five stars for sound and looks, but only 2 for build quality. Sound is most important, so that makes 4. Let's just hope it won't break too soon.
Preferred Settings + Usage:
Try turning the fuzz pod all the way down, slowly crank up the volume until the sound breaks up and you get a buzzing sound. Drive that signal hard into a high gain pre-amp to get overdrive from the amp and give the signal more body. Optionaly, put a wahwah pedal between the fuzz pedal and the pre-amp. This is great for guitar solo's.
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Amazing!
This pedal is the real deal! You'll have to reconfigure your rig and even adapt your playing style to make this pedal work for you in most cases. But once you crack the code, you'll know what being "experienced" feel like!
Nice fuzz!
I like the pedal because it's very versatile and it thickens the sound of my guitar!
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Roger Waters is associated with the Dunlop JHF1 Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face, a pedal known for its rich, distorted tones, as detailed on Watersish.com. This pedal, originally introduced by Arbiter in 1966 and later produced by Jim Dunlop, has been a staple in his effects setup.
Van Leeuwen's gear includes a Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face Distortion pedal, according to Dunlop's website.
Malmsteen's onstage setup also includes a Dunlop Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face, seen in this Premier Guitar video at (6:10), but he doesn't use it. "I just like the way it looks," he said. "It looks like a landmine."
Miles Kane used the Dunlop JHF1 Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face, a key element in the sound of "The Age of The Understatement." This usage is captured in a user-uploaded photo on Flickr. Later, he transitioned to using the Zvex Fuzz Factory.
At 12:16 he says he has a Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face Effects pedal at home, along with numerous equipment.
At 16:52 in the video "Rick Beato Studio Tour 2025!" by Rick Beato, the Dunlop JHF1 Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face is visibly part of his studio rack, confirming its use.
Fuzzface can be clearly seen on a pic posted by Mono on Facebook during 2017 American Tour
The Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face Distortion Pedal is in his pedal board, as seen in this Instagram post, directly under the Small Stone pedal.
In an Instagram post captioned "Sk8 punx unite," Cole Becker is shown using the Dunlop JHF1 Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face pedal.
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Michael Keene discusses his exploration of the Dunlop JHF1 Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face in an Instagram post by keenemachine, expressing curiosity about its potential impact on his sound.
On the cover of the live album "Wrong Turn To Jahannam," Gary Lee Conner can be seen using a Dunlop JHF1 Jimi Hendrix Fuzz Face.
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