Vintage-Inspired Fuzz Meets Modern Engineering
Inspired by the legendary MKII germanium fuzz circuit, the Barrows Fuzz Attacker captures warm harmonics and classic tonal richness that fuzz enthusiasts crave. Its trio of carefully matched germanium transistors delivers broad sonic range — from smooth breakup to crushing, sustaining fuzz — making it a versatile addition for rock, blues, and experimental tones alike.
Expressive Controls for Dynamic Playing
Equipped with intuitive Level and Attack controls, the Barrows lets you sculpt your sound with remarkable sensitivity to your playing and guitar volume. Lower attack settings yield singing distortion with touch-responsive feel, while higher settings unleash powerful, sustaining fuzz that never feels muddy or undefined. Whether you’re boosting your amp or stacking with other effects, this pedal responds musically.
Reliable, Pedalboard-Ready Performance
Designed for today’s rig, the Barrows features a phase-corrected, buffered output that keeps your signal strong through other pedals and a true bypass switch for pristine tone when disengaged. Its compact footprint conserves precious board space and standard 9V DC power compatibility ensures easy integration into any setup. Built with quality components and reliability in mind, it’s a must-have fuzz for players seeking classic tone with modern practicality.
Specifications
- Product: EarthQuaker Devices Barrows™ Fuzz Attacker
- Effect Type: Fuzz
- Controls: Level, Attack
- Circuit: Three matched germanium transistor fuzz (Tone Bender MkII-inspired)
- Output: Phase-corrected, buffered output
- Switching: Mechanical true bypass
- Power: 9 V DC, 2.1 mm negative-center barrel
- Current Draw: 10 mA
- Input Impedance: 10 kΩ
- Output Impedance: 100 Ω
- Dimensions: ~3.75 × 2.00 × 1.75 in (95 × 51 × 44 mm)
- Weight: ~0.355 lbs (0.161 kg)
- Enclosure: Durable aluminium housing
- Footprint: Compact, pedalboard-friendly design
- Made: Handassembled in Akron, Ohio, USA
