Reptilian Monarch

What must be the biggest hype show since the Life pedal - this one is a mash up of a couple of long standing DIY circuits to make a very pleasing fuzz with an adjustable octave-up.

Essentially a Bass Fuzz into a Pushme-Pullyou, but you know what? It works, so why not?

There are a few discrepancies between the scarce big-box version and the mass production nano, but to be honest the 'mojo' makes no difference. It's a very forgiving ensemble, and will work fine with any amount of readily available BJTs. We found the linear Balance pot to be more effective than the reverse log found in the nano, but we're giving you the option of either.

Anyway, you know what it is. Let's go...

Supplied with board-mounted pots with 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 only available with full kits, and can take a battery if desired with footswitch positioned 22mm higher, closer to the controls. Knobs are not included.

Builds are only available with full kits including enclosures. Please choose appropriate knobs.

Inspired by: Lizard Queen

Difficulty: Easy

PCB size: 50 x 28mm

Knobs required: 3

Enclosure: 1590B

Direct Connect compatible (4 way)

Download the INSTRUCTION PDF