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Description

Dive into a sea of sound with the Menatone Fish Factory, a dual overdrive effects pedal that merges the best of both worlds: the low-gain finesse of the Blue Collar and the mid-to-high gain power of the Red Snapper. This versatile pedal is an essential tool for guitarists who crave tonal flexibility without sacrificing pedalboard space.

The Fish Factory offers a broad spectrum of overdrive tones, from subtle warmth to full-bodied crunch, making it the ideal companion for any musical genre. Its intuitive controls allow you to seamlessly blend and shape your sound, providing endless creative possibilities. Whether you're looking to add a touch of grit to your blues licks or unleash a roaring solo, this pedal has you covered.

Housed in a robust chassis, the Fish Factory is road-ready and built to withstand the rigors of touring. Its compact design ensures it fits comfortably on any pedalboard, while true bypass switching maintains your signal's integrity when not in use.

Elevate your performance and explore a wide array of sonic landscapes with the Menatone Fish Factory, where two iconic overdrives come together in perfect harmony.

Key Features:

  • Combines Blue Collar and Red Snapper overdrives in one pedal
  • Low to high-gain overdrive capabilities
  • Intuitive controls for sound shaping
  • Compact and durable design
  • True bypass switching for signal integrity

Product specs

Brand Menatone
Model The Fish Factory
Finish White
Year 2000s
Categories Overdrive and Boost Pedals

FAQs

What type of overdrive tones can I expect from the Menatone Fish Factory?

The Menatone Fish Factory combines two classic overdrive circuits, offering a range from smooth, creamy overdrive to gritty, aggressive distortion, making it versatile for various rock and blues styles.

Does the Menatone Fish Factory work well with both single-coil and humbucker pickups?

Yes, the Menatone Fish Factory is designed to complement both single-coil and humbucker pickups, providing clear and dynamic overdrive tones regardless of the pickup type.

Can the Menatone Fish Factory be used as a boost pedal?

The Menatone Fish Factory includes a boost function, allowing it to be used not only for overdrive but also to enhance your amp's natural tone or push it into breakup.

How does the Menatone Fish Factory compare to other Menatone overdrive pedals?

The Fish Factory combines two Menatone circuits, offering more tonal flexibility than single-circuit pedals, making it ideal for players seeking a wider range of overdrive options in one unit.

Is the Menatone Fish Factory suitable for live performances?

With its robust build and versatile tone-shaping capabilities, the Menatone Fish Factory is well-suited for live performances, providing consistent and reliable overdrive tones on stage.

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Reviews

PROS

  • Versatile overdrive and fuzz capabilities

  • Ideal for low to mid gain ranges

  • Compatible with a wide range of guitars and amps

  • Allows for three levels of overdrive with red and blue channels

  • Maintains clarity and transparency in tone

  • Compact design fits easily on pedalboards

  • Independent red and blue circuits offer varied tonal options

  • Can run on battery power despite compact size

  • Excellent for achieving classic 70s rock tones

  • Durable and reliable across different versions

CONS

  • Some may prefer more distinct distortion options

  • Limited to light gain settings for some users

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Menatone Fish Factory.

Features and functionality

  • The Fish Factory combines the Red Snapper and TBIAC, allowing versatile use as a clean boost or for chime-y chord work.

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  • The Fish Factory is praised for its ability to "liven up" a guitar's tone even when not actively boosting, making it an integral part of a pedalboard setup.

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Use cases and applications

  • The Red Snapper is effective for a transparent OD without a mid-hump, which complements Vox amps well.

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  • The Fish Factory is described as a potential replacement for the Caprid when used to complement a Tele, enhancing the overall sound.

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  • It's noted that the Fish Factory can replace fuzz pedals like the Caprid in a signal chain, particularly enhancing the tone when used with a Telecaster guitar.

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Comparisons

  • The Fish Factory offers a more versatile range than a standalone Red Snapper or TBIAC, useful for both clean boost and moderate crunch.

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User experience

  • Owners of the Fish Factory for over 10 years highlight its reliability and tonal quality, especially in enhancing chord clarity.

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  • The buffer and left side of the Fish Factory are often left on, providing a constant enhancement to the signal, rather than a traditional boost.

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Value and pricing

  • Clone options like T1M's Touch Drive offer similar tonal qualities to the Red Snapper at potentially lower costs.

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curtis_ulin

Great 2 in 1

The Red Snapper side is great for just a bit of break up (think George Harrison or Ryan Adams) and is very transparent, and gritty in all the right places. The Blue Collar side is like a modded TS808. Makes a great "rhythm and lead" pairing for light gain settings.

soranut_masayavanich

Great Tone

The Menatone Fish Factory is the ultimate compact tone machine. It consists of the original 3 knob Red Snapper circuit (circa 1996) and original 3 knob Blue Collar (circa 1997). Each pedal is independant and can be used alone or together to create a myiad of tonal options. All of this in a small box with input, output and dc jacks located on top. And, even though all this circuitry fits into this tiny box, a battery will still fit inside if you desire to use one!

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See how Jesse Garcia uses Menatone Fish Factory

Jesse Garcia

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Building 429

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In the YouTube video "Jesse Garcia Building 429 Rig Rundown" by shnobel, Jesse Garcia is shown using the Menatone Fish Factory overdrive pedal as part of his guitar effects setup.

See how Lorenzo Wolff uses Menatone Fish Factory

Lorenzo Wolff

Keyboardist, Music Producer

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In the YouTube video titled "Restoration Sound Tour: The Studio Empowering Brooklyn Artists" by Gear Club Podcast, at the 3:23 mark, the Menatone Fish Factory pedal is visible on a shelf in a closet room of Lorenzo Wolff's studio.

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