Three Pillars of Fuzz

Welcome to season 2 of the Ground Wire Podcast. We're kicking off with the Three Pillars of Fuzz. Most modern fuzz pedal circuits are based, at some level, on one of three iconic fuzz designs: the Tonebender, Fuzz Face, and Big Muff Pi (nevermind that the very first fuzz design was the Maestro Fuzz Tone, and that it inspired the Tone Bender, which inspired the Fuzz Face... that is the subject of a whole other podcast) which all sound very different, and are each responsible for some majorly iconic tones.
From Hendrix to Page, Ronno to Gilmour, Corgan to Mascis, these Fuzz designs have created the sonic foundation for some of our favorite music. So let’s dive deep, in true Ground WIre fashion. We are comparing these fuzzes, into small, medium, and high powered amps, with various guitars, and seeing how they stack with other pedals. We put each one into, and out of, it’s comfort zone. We also compare them in a band mix with bass and drums.
Hopefully this episode will provide some insight on the merits of each, and help you determine which fit your playing style, and for which applications. Now let’s get fuzzy...
Gear Used:
Expresso FX Fuzz Bender MKII - Tonebender MKII Clone
Jam Pedals Fuzz Phrase- Germanium Fuzz Face Clone
MJM Foxey Fuzz- Triangle Big Muff Clone
Vick Audio Mt. Pleasant OD- Marshall Bluesbreaker Clone
1965 Fender Deluxe Reverb
1983 Marshall JCM800 4010 Combo
1962 Fender Princeton
Custom Built “Tele”
Custom Built “Strat”
Gibson SG Subscribe in your podcast app of choice to be notified of new episodes and follow us at the links below!
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