The Marshall Supa Fuzz is a legendary pedal whose core circuitry originates from the Tone Bender MK II, a fuzz pedal created by Gary Hurst. In the mid-1960s, the MK II circuit was mass-produced by Sola Sound in the UK, supporting the burgeoning British rock scene at the time and being supplied as an OEM product to several brands. This unit is from the Solar Sound production period. The control knobs are positioned further apart compared to the earliest models. There are some minor dents and signs of use on the casing, and some rust on the back panel, but it is in relatively good condition. The battery snap has been replaced. The pedal features three OC75 transistors, a familiar sight in the "MK II" era. It delivers a fuzz tone with the characteristic warmth and stickiness of germanium transistors, resulting in a high-gain sound that combines rawness and richness. The rich compression that follows your picking and the thick sustain with layers upon layers of harmonics are reminiscent of late 1960s British rock. Beyond simply a violent distortion, its responsiveness, allowing for subtle changes in expression depending on your picking, is another charm unique to germanium fuzz pedals of this era. Accessories: None Heartman Vintage Guitars is a specialty store for vintage guitars and basses operated by Ikebe Musical Instruments.
