Freek Fuzz

We already have our own take on the delightfully fuzzy Regulus VIII fuzz, created for Os Mutantes and a key component in their signature sound. There's never enough fuzz though, so we present to you this boutique take on the circuit.

Joining the self-explanatory Fuzz and Volume knobs you have a Saturation control to fatten up your frequencies, and a Clamp control which tweaks how much clipping you have going on.

We've added an internal trimmer to bias Q2 as we've found it can make a big difference to the circuit. Tweak to your taste.

The kit is supplied with vertical-mount pots which have round shafts, so you'll need set-screw fitting knobs.

If you want the PCB without parts there's a link for that at the bottom of the page.

Partial kit: PCB, all board-mounted components, pots.

Full kit: As above, plus footswitch and appropriate daughterboard/components for your selected bypass type (see Downloads section for details of those), jack sockets, DC socket, battery snap, hook-up wire, LED.

Enclosure (pre-drilled) is available as an option with full kits, and will not take a battery. Knobs are not included.

Inspired by: Fuzz Mutant / Regulus VIII fuzz

Difficulty: Easy

PCB size: 50 x 33mm

Knobs required: 4

Enclosure: 1590B

Direct-Connect compatible (4-way)

Download the INSTRUCTION PDF