Wren & Cuff Bass Distortion / Fuzz

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Wren & Cuff Bass Distortion / Fuzz

Wren & Cuff

Bass Distortion / Fuzz

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 534368
Model: Bass Distortion / Fuzz
Category: Bass Pedals
Price: $240.90

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This Wren & Cuff is a seriously cool fuzz for bass – a modified Pickle Pie, but dialed in for low-end mayhem. It's fantastic for players who want to go beyond the usual scooped-mid fuzz and want to retain some clean articulation while adding thick, saturated tones. Perfect for rock, stoner, and metal bassists looking for a unique, characterful sound.

Product Description

  • Wren & Cuff Bass Distortion / Fuzz
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Bass
  • Distortion / Fuzz
  • Adjustable clean blend mixes effect and original signal
  • Modified version of the Wren and Cuff Pickle Pie with special adaptations for electric basses
  • FET buffered active clean boost prevents volume drops when switched on
  • FET hybrid clipping section creates a great sounding fuzz and allows a natural blend of fuzz and clean signal
  • Specially adapted tone stack with much less pronounced mid-scoop
  • Sound spectrum ranges from a "dirty"
  • slightly distorted bass sound with clean blend to an overdriven
  • rich drop-C meltdown fuzz
  • True hard-wire bypass
  • Controls for volume
  • shape
  • saturation
  • blend
  • Bypass footswitch
  • Status LED
  • Metal housing
  • Input: 6.3 mm mono jack
  • Output: 6.3 mm mono jack
  • Current consumption 6.5 mA
  • Power supply via 9 V battery or 9 V DC mains adapter (both not included)
  • Mains adapter connection: Barrel connector 5.5 x 2.1 mm (negative polarity inside)
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 121 x 65 x 40 mm
  • Weight: 284 g
  • Made in USA

*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • FET buffering preserves signal strength, crucial for bass frequencies.
  • • Shape control offers nuanced tonal shaping beyond typical fuzz.
  • • Blend knob allows for seamless integration with clean bass tones.
  • • Metal enclosure feels robust, hinting at long-term reliability.
CONS
  • • Shape control's subtlety may require significant tweaking.
  • • Limited EQ beyond the shape control; external EQ may be needed.
  • • FET-based design can introduce a slight hiss at higher gain levels.

Product Video

Key Features

Effect Type Distortion/Fuzz (Bass-Specific)
Controls Volume, Shape, Saturation, Blend, Footswitch
Bypass Type True Hard-Wire Bypass
Power Supply 9V DC (center negative – not included)
Connections 6.3mm Mono Input, 6.3mm Mono Output
Dimensions Approximately 4.75" x 1.75" x 3" (estimate based on similar Wren & Cuff pedals)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's been specifically tweaked for bass, with a less aggressive mid-scoop and a blend control for better integration with your clean signal – standard fuzzes often sound muddy on bass.
No, it's more complex than a simple tone control; it subtly alters the harmonic content, offering a wider range of fuzz textures than a standard tone knob would provide.
FET-based designs inherently have the potential for noise, and this one isn't immune. While generally quiet, you might hear a slight hiss at higher saturation settings, particularly with active basses.

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