Conclusion:
I’m not sure a more versatile two knob fuzz is possible, usable classic fuzz sounds are found across the entire sweep of the face knob while maintaining a robust (if slightly compressed) low end. This pedal falls a little more on the mild side, but really can sparkle at the top of it’s range.
People looking for classic fuzz sounds, and don’t want to battle a massive layout of knobs looking for “the spot” will enjoy the sonic simplicity the Facedrive has to offer.
As always, if you have any questions, leave a comment or let me know
Note: A rating of 5 = acceptable and should considered a ‘good’ basic score
Sound Category: Classic, Muffish, Easy to Use
Versatility: 6
Sound: 7
Value: 8
Overall: 7
Versatility: 6
Sound: 7
Value: 8
Overall: 7
deep-seated?
You applying for my vacant editor position? ;)
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that which is implanted or firmly established
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are you alleging that I’m a compulsive proofreader?
Indeed, and the world knows I need that.
more on-topic, did you find the facedrive a successful fusion of fuzz face and muff? to my ear it is far more muff than ff, though your clips have a little more ff-type bubbly cracking than the ones on the electronix website (to my ear)
it sounds good for sure, I just wonder if the name really reflects the end product of the concept.
guess I’ll have to mess with one at some point.
It is pretty hard to make a true hybrid of 2 pedals, though. You can do it by mixing and matching components of the 2 pedals, but one will probably win out over the other.
But I’d agree, there’s very little Fuzzface in that pedal.