Electro Harmonix Flatiron Fuzz
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Electro Harmonix
Flatiron Fuzz
Product Info
Article Number:
454373
Brand:
Electro Harmonix
Model:
Flatiron Fuzz
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$79.20
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Flatiron Fuzz is a surprisingly potent little box, nailing that raw, aggressive fuzz sound reminiscent of early hard rock. It's incredibly easy to use – just crank the Drive and adjust the Filter to taste. Perfect for guitarists seeking a vintage-flavored fuzz without a ton of fuss, especially those playing heavier rhythm parts.
Product Description
- Electro Harmonix Flatiron Fuzz
- Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
- 70s Circuit with symmetric hard-clipping
- Based on the most famous "rodent" distortion of the 80s
- True bypass
- Controls: Volume
- Drive
- Filter
- Effect On LED
- Effect bypass footswitch
- Input: 6.3 mm Jack
- Output: 6.3 mm Jack
- Power adapter connection (hollow plug socket 5.5 x 2.1 mm
- negative pole inside)
- Power consumption: 5 mA
- Power supply with a 9 V battery or 9 V DC power adapter (not included - matching power supply: Article Nr. #409939#)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 70 x 114 x 51 mm
PROS
- • Vintage-voiced clipping delivers thick, saturated 70s fuzz tones.
- • Simple controls allow for quick dialing-in of aggressive distortion.
- • True bypass preserves your signal when the effect is disengaged.
- • Compact size makes it pedalboard-friendly for most setups.
CONS
- • Filter control can be a bit vague, requiring careful tweaking.
- • Limited tonal flexibility compared to more complex distortion pedals.
- • Plastic enclosure feels less robust than some higher-end alternatives.
Product Video
Key Features
Distortion Type
Symmetric hard-clipping fuzz based on 80s distortion circuits
Controls
Volume, Drive, Filter
Bypass Type
True bypass
Power Supply
9V battery or 9V DC power adapter (not included)
Connections
6.3mm mono input/output, 5.5 x 2.1mm DC power jack
Dimensions
70 x 114 x 51 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Flatiron is generally more aggressive and less nuanced than the Fuzzy Face, lacking the latter's smoother, more vocal-like qualities. The Flatiron offers a more direct, in-your-face fuzz character.
It's more complex than a simple tone control; it affects both high and low frequencies, providing a broader shaping capability than a standard tone knob would. It can tame harshness or add more bite.
Absolutely; the Flatiron's high-gain nature really shines with the output of humbuckers, creating a thick, powerful distorted tone. It's a great pairing for that crunchy, overdriven sound.
