Shin’s Music 65 FUZZ

Classic-style silicon transistor fuzz with vintage character – modernized for today’s players.

Vintage fuzz pedals originally used PNP Germanium transistors and required a negative power supply, meaning they could only run on batteries. They were notoriously sensitive to temperature changes, with tone varying from day to day – and even from minute to minute as the pedal warmed up. That unpredictability made them both beloved and frustrating.

The 65 FUZZ captures the distinctive tone and character of those classic Germanium fuzzes, but does so using a more stable NPN silicon transistor. This design not only faithfully recreates the vintage vibe but also addresses the original circuit's flaws.

An adjustable bias control on the first gain stage unlocks a wide range of tonal possibilities, from smooth and singing to splattery and aggressive. Unlike its Germanium predecessors, it handles input levels with ease and runs on standard +9V power, making it fully compatible with modern pedalboards.

With the 65 FUZZ, you get the best of both worlds – the rich, expressive fuzz tones of vintage Germanium units, with the reliability and flexibility of modern engineering.