tc electronic Rusty Fuzz

Professional music gear - detailed information and where to buy

tc electronic Rusty Fuzz

tc electronic

Rusty Fuzz

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 400131
Model: Rusty Fuzz
Price: $45.10

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The Rusty Fuzz delivers a seriously raw, old-school fuzz vibe – think early Sabbath or Neil Young. It’s incredibly easy to dial in, and the small footprint is a huge bonus. This is a fantastic, affordable option for players wanting that classic, saturated fuzz tone without a ton of fuss.

Product Description

  • tc electronic Rusty Fuzz
  • Guitar Effect
  • Fuzz
  • Controller: Fuzz
  • volume
  • tone
  • True bypass
  • Dimensions (LxWxH): 13.2 x 7.2 x 5.7 mm
  • Powered via 9V battery or 9V power supply (not included
  • suitable power supply available: Art. #409939#)
PROS
  • • Aggressively vintage fuzz tone, surprisingly dynamic response
  • • Compact size makes it incredibly pedalboard-friendly
  • • Simple controls offer immediate, usable fuzz sounds
  • • Excellent value for a boutique-style fuzz circuit
CONS
  • • Tone knob can be a bit muddy at lower settings
  • • True bypass isn't always ideal for preserving signal integrity
  • • Limited versatility; primarily a dedicated fuzz pedal

Product Video

Key Features

Distortion Type Silicon Fuzz
Controls Fuzz, Volume, Tone
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V Battery or 9V DC Power Supply
Connections 1 x Input, 1 x Output, 1 x DC 9V
Dimensions 13.2 x 7.2 x 5.7 mm

Similar Products

Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB Bundle - ST Style Guitars

Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB Bundle

ST Style Guitars

$325
5 Expert Rating
Manuel Rodriguez Superior Flamenco Sabicas C3-F - Flamenco Guitars

Manuel Rodriguez Superior Flamenco Sabicas C3-F

Flamenco Guitars

$957
Flamenco Guitar, Top: Solid European Carpathian spruce, Back and...
4.8 Expert Rating
Ampeg RB-112 Bundle - Solid-State Bass Combos

Ampeg RB-112 Bundle

Solid-State Bass Combos

$596
4.6 Expert Rating
Behringer WING Compact Flyht Pro Bundle - Digital Mixers

Behringer WING Compact Flyht Pro Bundle

Digital Mixers

$2,748
4.8 Expert Rating
Taylor 814ce Special Edition Sedona - Other Acoustic Guitars

Taylor 814ce Special Edition Sedona

Other Acoustic Guitars

$5,499
*Note:* Register your Taylor guitar to extend your warranty to 12 years.
4.8 Expert Rating
Kawai K-200 ATX 4 WDB Piano - Pianos

Kawai K-200 ATX 4 WDB Piano

Pianos

$9,119
Piano, With AnytimeX-4 equipment, Millennium III mechanics with ABS carbon parts of...
4.5 Expert Rating
Ibanez GRG320FA-TVT - ST Style Guitars

Ibanez GRG320FA-TVT

ST Style Guitars

$439
Electric Guitar, Body: Poplar, Top: Basswood with Art Grain in flamed maple look, Bolt-on neck:...
4.5 Expert Rating
Harley Benton SpaceShip 80 Bundle - Guitar Effect Power Supplies

Harley Benton SpaceShip 80 Bundle

Guitar Effect Power Supplies

$219
4.8 Expert Rating

Frequently Asked Questions

It captures a similar aggressive character but the Rusty Fuzz’s silicon transistors offer a slightly more modern, less temperamental response than a traditional germanium Fuzz Face.
The tone control has a decent range, but it tends to get a bit muddy and indistinct at the lower end, best used for adding some grit rather than a clean tone shaping.
While primarily designed for guitar, it can work with bass, but you’ll need to experiment with the volume and tone to avoid muddiness; it’s not optimized for low-end frequencies.

We use cookies to improve your experience. Learn more