Z.Vex Fuzz Factory Vertical

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Z.Vex Fuzz Factory Vertical

Z.Vex

Fuzz Factory Vertical

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 438043
Brand: Z.Vex
Model: Fuzz Factory Vertical
Price: $240.90

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The Vertical is a character pedal – it's not going to give you a clean boost or a subtle overdrive. It's for players who want to explore the weirder side of fuzz, creating textures that range from sputtering chaos to thick, gated mayhem; if you’re a sound designer or experimental guitarist, this is a must-have.

Product Description

  • Z.Vex Fuzz Factory Vertical
  • Effect Pedal for Electric Guitar
  • Fuzz
  • With the five controls for different levels and bias you can create your own personal fuzz sound
  • Controller: Drive - Vol - Comp - Gate - Rod
  • LED: Effect On
  • Footswitch: Effect Bypass
  • Connections: Input (6.3 mm jack) - Output (6.3 mm jack) - Power supply connector (coaxial connection 5.5 x 2.1 mm - negative pole inside)
  • Operation with 9 V battery or 9 V DC power supply (not included
  • suitable power supply: Art.#409939#)
  • True bypass
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 67 x 110 x 51 mm
PROS
  • • Unpredictable, chaotic fuzz tones are uniquely its strength.
  • • The 'Rod' control offers truly bizarre, sputtery textures.
  • • Compact size makes it pedalboard-friendly for most setups.
  • • Solid build quality; Z.Vex pedals are known for durability.
CONS
  • • Steep learning curve; dialing in usable tones can be challenging.
  • • Limited versatility; not a general-purpose distortion pedal.
  • • Can be very noisy, especially at higher gain settings.

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Key Features

Distortion Type Fuzz/Octave Fuzz
Controls Drive, Volume, Comp, Gate, Rod
Bypass Type True Bypass
Power Supply 9V Battery or 9V DC (coaxial connector)
Connections Input/Output (6.3mm jack), DC Power Connector
Dimensions 67 x 110 x 51 mm

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 'Rod' control introduces a unique octave-like element and gate-like filtering, creating sputtering and unpredictable textures unlike most fuzzes.
While it *can* be used, the inherent noisiness and unusual character might not mesh well with traditional metal tones; it's better suited for noisier, experimental genres.
A well-regulated, isolated 9V DC power supply is crucial; cheap or noisy power supplies will exacerbate the pedal's inherent noise floor.

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