SFX-02 Tweak Fuzz Review

Production version of boutique fuzz pedal that features a six-position "Tweak" control for tonal versatility. Great for pop, classic rock, heavy rock, punk and metal.

Ease of Use:	9.5
Sound:	8.5
Reliability:	10
Impression:	9
Overall rating:	9.3
Users rating:	8.8
Comments:	3

overall: 8.8

Featured review by: Kayfan, on march 06, 2008

Price paid: $ 109.81

Purchased from: Musicians Friend Online

Ease of Use: The Seymour Duncan Tweak Fuzz is an extremely easy to use pedal; it has three knobs, and a small instruction sheet full of presets that sound good right out of the box. The "Tweak" knob makes it easy to go from light Overdrive to indiscernible in a matter of seconds. // 9

Sound: My Tweak Fuzz is running through multiple amps that range anywhere from a Epiphone Valve Jr. to a Peavey JSX half-stack. As far as guitars go, I’m using a Fender Cyclone II, and a Schecter Ultra (Tuned to C). The Tweak Fuzz is a great fuzz pedal for replicating deeper sounds and fat fuzz tones it certainly wiped the floor with the other pedals I tried including at least 3 Arbiters, and a plethora of Boss, and Electro Harmonix pedals. This pedal can capture some signature tones such as those from Kyuss and Queens Of The Stone Age without any problems, and with a little bit of noodling you can get anything from some nice Cream tones, to some destructive Fu Manchu fuzz. Batteries aren’t an issue, and will last a long time with regular use, and the level of fuzz stays pretty consistent. However there is an issue with noise; the pedal makes a lot of hissing and hum, but it’s within acceptable levels and if not there is always the option of a noise gate. // 8

Reliability & Durability: If Boss pedals are built like tanks (As I for one know) then the Tweak Fuzz is built like a fallout shelter, 1/4' thick steel, reinforced knobs and thick circuit boards make this a heavy and durable beast. I would certainly use this at a gig without a backup, and I would accept a dare not to bring any extra batteries or an adapter. I would bet money on this pedal being far more durable than any Boss pedal on the market. // 10

Impression: I play a lot of hard rock and this pedal matches perfectly, it may not be what a metalhead is after but it does allow for a unique sound. I've been playing for ~6 years now and I own more pedals than I care to remember, I also work in a music shop so I have access to loads of different gear. The one gripe I do have with the Tweak Fuzz is the lack of fine tuning tone controls, but aside from that it has quickly reached the rank of my favorite distortion pedal. If my Tweak Fuzz were stolen or lost, I would die a little on the inside there are many Tweak Fuzzes like it, but this one is mine. // 8

overall: 9.8

Reviewed by: Payne86, on may 29, 2008

Price paid: $ 99

Purchased from: Guitar Center

Ease of Use: The Seymour Duncan Tweak Fuzz pedal is very easy to use. Single input and output tweak knob with several "fuzz" settings, gain knob, and volume knob. Very easy to get amazing sounds out of it, // 10

Sound: I am currently running my pedal through a Marshall MG80 combo amp connected to a Crate 15 watt amp. My guitars include an Agile dauntless with duncan designed pickups and a late 80's Kramer dual humbucker striker. As far as fuzz pedals go, the sound is unmatched. Before purchasing this pedal I had tried several Boss, electro harmonics, and other pedals, none of which compared to the sound and versatility of this pedal. Also, the pedal has true bypass, so you don't lose any of your original sound by running through this pedal in the off position. The only problem I have had with sound is that it lost sound when placed closer to the amp in sequence with my Dunlop crybaby. However, putting the tweak-fuzz closest to the guitar created some amazing tones and interactivity with the wah. // 9

Reliability & Durability: This thing is built like an armored tank. The batteries last forever but I currently am running it with a Boss 9v adapter. I would gig anytime without a backup. The casing seems like solid steel. // 10

Impression: This is probably the best fuzz pedal you will find on the market right now. If you are looking for a true Vintage fuzz tone from Hendrix to Jack White, this is truly the pedal for you. I would by this again in a heartbeat if lost or stolen. // 10

Comments

[LTDax260]

nice

[CryingAlone]

I'd consider looking into zvex vexter fuzz factory

[higherworlds]

i play a lot of queens of the stone age and stoner rock, and i love fuzz, but i use a little big muff and a fulltone ultimate octave for my fuzz distortion, but i think i will try this pedal from the review