{"product_id":"vox-vfz-1-fuzz-pedal","title":"Vox VFZ-1 Fuzz Pedal","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"493\" class=\"\"\u003eVintage Mk 1.5 Two-Transistor Fuzz Reimagined With Silicon Precision, Modern Stability \u0026amp; Exceptional Low Noise – Vox VFZ-1 Fuzz Pedal.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Vox VFZ-1 revisits one of the most influential fuzz circuits of all time — the classic two-transistor Mk 1.5 design of the late 1960s. After extensive analysis of prized vintage units, Vox engineers developed a Silicon-based circuit that retains the harmonic sweetness and musical interdependence of the finest originals, with each transistor biased at a precisely calculated operating point. The result is a fuzz that is aggressive yet refined, dynamic yet stable, and exceptionally quiet — combining timeless Germanium-like tone with modern reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe VFZ-1's high input impedance solves one of the classic fuzz circuit's biggest limitations, enabling full compatibility with buffered pedals and Wah pedals anywhere in the signal chain. Bass Cut adjusts low-end content entering the gain stages, Tone Cut rolls off high frequencies at the output, and the Crunch Switch instantly produces classic low-gain overdrive tones without touching the guitar's volume control — all in a compact, pedalboard-friendly enclosure powered by standard 9V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eVox VFZ‑1 Fuzz \u0026amp; VTB‑1 Treble Booster Overview...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7diYagNlb70?si=zJyrjPdCMcmQCYgp\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAuthentic Germanium Character From Silicon Precision\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThrough extensive analysis of prized vintage Mk 1.5 units, Vox engineers identified the precise transistor biasing that allows two Silicon transistors to interact in the same musical, interdependent way as the finest original Germanium circuits. The result is liquid sustain, mid-rich presence and dynamic touch sensitivity — with rock-solid stability, consistent temperature performance and exceptionally low noise that vintage units simply cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHigh Input Impedance \u0026amp; Modern Pedalboard Compatibility\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eClassic fuzz circuits are notoriously sensitive to input impedance, causing tonal interaction with buffered and Wah pedals. The VFZ-1 solves this with unusually high input impedance, allowing it to be placed anywhere in the signal chain without compromising tone — a significant practical advantage on modern pedalboards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCrunch Switch, Bass Cut \u0026amp; Tone Cut\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBass Cut adjusts low-end content entering the gain stages — ideal for humbuckers or tightening up for rhythm work. Tone Cut rolls off high frequencies for smoother, warmer tones or the iconic violin fuzz sound. The Crunch Switch instantly delivers the low-gain overdrive tones that vintage fuzzes produce with the guitar volume rolled back, without touching the guitar's controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKEY FEATURES: Vox VFZ-1 Fuzz Pedal\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Mk 1.5 Two-Transistor Fuzz Circuit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captures the liquid sustain, mid-rich presence and dynamic feel of one of the most influential fuzz designs of the late 1960s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilicon Transistors With Germanium-Like Voicing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precisely biased Silicon transistors deliver authentic vintage tone with modern stability, consistency and exceptionally low noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Input Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enables full compatibility with buffered pedals and Wah pedals, allowing placement anywhere in the signal chain without tonal compromise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrunch Switch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Instantly produces classic low-gain overdrive tones without adjusting the guitar's volume control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBass Cut Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjusts low-end content entering the gain stages for tighter, more focussed fuzz character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTone Cut Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rolls off high frequencies at the output for smooth, warm tones or the iconic violin fuzz sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptionally Low Noise:\u003c\/strong\u003e Modern Silicon design and precise biasing deliver significantly lower noise than original Germanium units.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern 9V Power Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard 9V pedalboard power supply compatibility for easy integration into any modern pedalboard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Vintage-Style Enclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 74 x 123 x 58mm \/ 413g for easy pedalboard integration.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vox","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57651052773711,"sku":"VFZ-1","price":109.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/3344\/9551\/files\/Top.jpg?v=1779039069","url":"https:\/\/www.audiodirect.co.uk\/products\/vox-vfz-1-fuzz-pedal","provider":"Audio Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}