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Strymon Fairfax Class A Output Stage Drive

Strymon Fairfax Class A Output Stage Drive

$199.00 Price Tier: High-end

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Page last updated Jul 04, 2026

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Introducing the Strymon Fairfax Class A Output Stage Drive, a groundbreaking addition to your pedalboard that brings the rich, authentic sound of a tube amp to a compact and versatile pedal. Designed to emulate the classic drive and saturation of vintage amplifiers, this pedal is more than just an overdrive; it's a complete analog mini-amp experience. With its advanced JFET technology and strategic circuit design, the Fairfax captures the warmth and responsiveness of a tube output stage without the need for bulky hardware.

The Fairfax excels in delivering luscious, creamy overdrive tones that maintain the natural character of your guitar. Its intuitive controls allow you to dial in the perfect amount of drive, from subtle boost to intense saturation. The internal 40V headroom ensures a dynamic response that adapts to your playing style, preserving the nuances of every note. Whether you're looking for clean, articulate tones or gritty, aggressive textures, the Fairfax has you covered.

The pedal's variable Sag control offers a unique way to shape your sound, mimicking the natural compression of a tube amp. This feature, alongside a Bright switch for high-frequency contouring, provides flexibility and control over your tone. True bypass switching ensures your signal remains pure and uncolored when the pedal is disengaged.

Key Features:

Recreates tube amp circuit with solid state components for rich, natural response
Advanced JFET technology for authentic amp-like feel
Internal 40V headroom for incredible dynamic range
Adjustable Drive and Level controls
Variable Sag control for dynamic compression effects
Bright switch for high-frequency contouring
True bypass switching for uncolored signal integrity

Product specs

Power	9V
Bypass	true bypass
Analog/Digital	analog

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Strymon Fairfax Class A Output Stage Drive review on musicradar.com

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Strymon's Fairfax Class A Output Stage Drive pedal is a nod to vintage tone with a modern twist. Channeling the classic Garnet Amplifiers' Herzog, it delivers a wide range of sounds from creamy boosts to fiery saturation, thanks to its analog engineering. While purists might debate its classification—overdrive or distortion—its versatile amp-like circuit is hard to ignore. The oversized Gain dial and Bright switch reveal its intent to offer nuanced control, although some might find the features a bit traditional. Overall, it's a stellar addition to any pedalboard, especially for '70s rock enthusiasts.

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