Description
Park Amplifiers and EarthQuaker Devices have teamed up to bring you a faithful recreation of the original Park Fuzz Sound! While it retains the original sounds, there are several modern upgrades to improve performance, reduce extraneous background noise and add versatility:
- Metal film resistors and caps for quieter performance
- NOS matched germanium transistors for consistent, reliable tones
- Wider fuzz range, more than twice the original
- Smaller footprint, true bypass switching with LED indication and power supply compatible
About Park Amplifiers and The Fuzz Sound
Park Amplifiers is a company known for its high-quality guitar amplifiers and effects pedals. One of their notable products is the Park Fuzz Sound, a fuzz pedal that has gained legendary status among guitarists.
The Park Fuzz Sound was originally introduced in the 1960s by the Park Amplification company, which was associated with the legendary British amplifier manufacturer Marshall. The pedal was designed to emulate the gritty, distorted sound of overdriven tube amplifiers, but in a compact and portable pedal format.
The Park Fuzz Sound pedal utilizes germanium transistors, which were common in vintage fuzz circuits and are known for their warm, organic tone. The pedal produces a thick, saturated fuzz effect characterized by its smooth sustain and harmonic richness. It’s often described as having a thick, wooly tone with a distinctive character that sets it apart from other fuzz pedals.
One of the defining features of the Park Fuzz Sound is its simplicity. The original pedal typically featured just a single control knob for adjusting the amount of fuzz, making it easy to dial in the desired amount of saturation. Despite its simplicity, the pedal’s sound became highly sought after by guitarists seeking that classic, vintage fuzz tone.
EarthQuaker Devices has reissued the Park Fuzz Sound pedal, staying true to the original design and circuitry while incorporating modern components for improved reliability. These reissues have allowed a new generation of guitarists to experience the iconic fuzz tones that made the Park Fuzz Sound pedal a staple in the arsenal of many legendary guitarists.
