Z.Vex Fuzz Factory Vertical
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Z.Vex
Fuzz Factory Vertical
Product Info
Article Number:
438043
Brand:
Z.Vex
Model:
Fuzz Factory Vertical
Category:
Distortion Pedals
Price:
$240.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
Product Video
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.
